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Reaction
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Manchester United's Phil Jones "delighted" with comeback
Manchester United's Phil Jones reveals that he is happy to be back playing following a spell on the sidelines.Nov 21,
Phil Jones frustrated at defensive lapse
Phil Jones admits that Galatasaray's goal was a defensive lapse from Manchester United.Nov 20,
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Sir Alex Ferguson pleased despite defeat
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson insists that his much-changed side performed well despite slipping to their first European defeat of the season against Galatasaray.Nov 20,
The Match
Analysis
Sports Mole picks the bones out of Manchester United's 1-0 defeat in Istanbul to Galatasaray.
Match Report
Manchester United fall to their first European defeat of the season at the hands of Galatasaray thanks to a header from Burak Yilmaz.
Live Commentary
Live text coverage of the Group H Champions League clash between Galatasaray and Manchester United in Istanbul, courtesy of Sports Mole.
HT Report
Manchester United ride their luck but defend doggedly to go in level with Galatasaray at the break.
Team News
Phil Jones starts his first game of the season for Manchester United against Galatasaray in Istanbul tonight.
Preview
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Champions League Group H match between Galatasaray and Manchester United in Turkey.
Form, Standings, Stats
Last Game: Galatasaray 3-0 Istanbul
Saturday, March 14 at 5pm in Turkish Super Lig
Saturday, March 14 at 5pm in Turkish Super Lig
Next Game: Liverpool vs. Galatasaray
Wednesday, March 18 at 8pm in Champions League
Wednesday, March 18 at 8pm in Champions League
Last Game: Man Utd 3-1 Aston Villa
Sunday, March 15 at 2pm in Premier League
Sunday, March 15 at 2pm in Premier League
Next Game: Bournemouth vs. Man Utd
Friday, March 20 at 8pm in Premier League
Friday, March 20 at 8pm in Premier League
Head to Head
Sep 19, 2012 7.45pm
Form Guide
Build-up
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Galatasaray supporter prank calls Manchester United's Ashley Young
A Galatasaray supporter prank calls Manchester United winger Ashley Young and shouts "Welcome to hell!" ahead of the two teams' Champions League meeting this evening.Nov 20,
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Sir Alex Ferguson "looking forward" to welcoming back Phil Jones
Sir Alex Ferguson says that he is delighted to start defender Phil Jones against Galatasaray this evening following the 20-year-old's extended period on the sidelines.Nov 20,
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Galatasaray supporters 'welcome' Manchester United to Istanbul
Manchester United are forced to leave the Ataturk Airport in Istanbul through a separate terminal after almost 1,000 Galatasaray fans come to 'welcome' them.Nov 20,
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Manchester United want to win against Galatasaray'
Sir Alex Ferguson insists that his Manchester United side comprised largely of young players are determined to defeat Galatasaray in Istanbul on Tuesday.Nov 20,
Phil Jones to start for Manchester United
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson confirms that Phil Jones will feature from the start against Galatasaray.Nov 19,
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Wayne Rooney, Robin van Persie miss Galatasaray trip
Manchester United rest Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie for Tuesday's Champions League trip to Turkish side Galatasaray.Nov 19,
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Former Manchester United full-back Denis Irwin reflects on Galatasaray trip
Former Manchester United defender Denis Irwin looks back on when he played in Istanbul against Galatasaray.Nov 19,
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Wayne Rooney 'returns to training ahead of Manchester United's Galatasaray match'
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney will reportedly return to action against Galatasaray in the Champions League following an ankle injury after featuring in training.Nov 19,
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Sir Alex Ferguson hopeful of Wayne Rooney recovery
Sir Alex Ferguson says that Manchester United's medical team will determine on Sunday if Wayne Rooney will be fit to play against Galatasaray in midweek.Nov 18,
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