City skipper Vincent Kompany scores an own goal during the Manchester Derby on April 8, 2013
Live Commentary: Manchester United 1-2 Manchester City - as it happened
Find out how City won this evening's Manchester derby against rivals United with Sports Mole's regular text updates.
Apr 8, 17:30
Robin Van Persie celebrates scoring the winner against Manchester City on December 9, 2012
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Robin Van Persie was never joining Manchester City'
Sir Alex Ferguson says that there was never any chance that Robin van Persie would have picked Manchester City over Manchester United.
Apr 8, 14:28
England coach Gary Neville before a training session on October 11, 2012
Gary Neville hails Manchester United's recovery
Gary Neville says that he never expected Manchester City to dominate Manchester United following last season's Premier League title race.
Apr 8, 14:11
Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson applauds his team after winning 3-1 against Sunderland on December 15, 2012
Sir Alex Ferguson hails Manchester United's recovery from title defeat
Sir Alex Ferguson believes that the Manchester United players deserve credit for fighting back from last season's title defeat.
Apr 8, 08:33
Real's Cristiano Ronaldo scores the equaliser during the match against Real Zaragoza on March 30, 2013
Gary Pallister expects Sir Alex Ferguson to swoop for Cristiano Ronaldo
Gary Pallister believes that Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson will try to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo this summer.
Apr 8, 08:20
Michael Carrick
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Michael Carrick has taken over Paul Scholes's role'
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson believes that Michael Carrick has taken over from Paul Scholes as the club's maestro in midfield.
Apr 8, 03:56
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini on the touchline during the FA Cup fourth round match against Stoke on January 26, 2013
Peter Schmeichel: 'Roberto Mancini criticisms may have cost Manchester City title'
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel feels that Roberto Mancini's criticism of his players may have cost them the Premier League title.
Apr 8, 02:58
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his opener against Sunderland on December 15, 2012
Sir Alex Ferguson: Robin Van Persie was "never going to Manchester City"
Sir Alex Ferguson reveals that striker Robin van Persie was never going to sign for rivals Manchester City.
Apr 8, 01:59
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini during the match against Wigan on November 28, 2012
Roberto Mancini: 'We needed more goals'
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini believes that a lack of goals has cost his side dear this season.
Apr 7, 23:55
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson prior to kick-off against Sunderland on March 30, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Manchester United won't go away'
Sir Alex Ferguson claims that Manchester United will only get better and challenges his squad to win a hat-trick of Premier League titles.
Apr 6, 23:36
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho in the stands at Old Trafford to watch his team's Champions League opponents Manchester United play against Everton on February 10, 2013
Jose Mourinho to snub Chelsea?
Jose Mourinho will reportedly snub advances from Chelsea and Manchester City, and join Paris Saint-Germain instead.
Apr 6, 23:21
United captain Nemanja Vidic returns to action versus Sunderland on December 15, 2012
Nemanja Vidic doubtful for Manchester derby
A calf injury may keep Nemanja Vidic out of Monday evening's Manchester derby at Old Trafford.
Apr 6, 12:30
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson protests after Nani is sent off during the second half against Real Madrid on March 5, 2013
Edwin van der Sar: 'Manchester United are still in transition'
Ex-Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Saar believes that the Red Devils must do better in the Champions League next season.
Apr 6, 12:13
Manachester United manager Alex Ferguson and Manchester City Roberto Mancini shakes hands before kick off on December 9, 2012
Preview:Manchester United vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole looks ahead to Monday night's clash between the two Manchester clubs as United look to stretch their lead in the Premier League.
Apr 6, 09:18
Phil Jones
Sir Alex Ferguson hails "fantastic" Phil Jones
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson heaps praise on the versatility of Phil Jones.
Apr 5, 17:35
Malky Mackay
Malky Mackay turns to Sir Alex Ferguson for advice
Cardiff City boss Malky Mackay reveals that he has turned to Sir Alex Ferguson for advice as the promotion race nears its climax.
Apr 5, 16:42
David de Gea
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'David de Gea will be even better next season'
Sir Alex Ferguson believes that goalkeeper David de Gea will be a force to be reckoned with at Manchester United next season.
Apr 5, 16:33
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson prior to kick-off against Sunderland on March 30, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson refuses to speak about 6-1 defeat to Manchester City
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson refuses to speak about last season's hammering 6-1 defeat to Manchester City at Old Trafford.
Apr 5, 09:41
United's Wayne Rooney celebrates a goal against Reading on March 16, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson hopeful of Wayne Rooney return for Manchester derby
Sir Alex Ferguson reveals that Wayne Rooney is likely to be fit for Manchester United's clash against Manchester City on Monday.
Apr 4, 14:12
Robin Van Persie celebrates after scoring his team's fourth goal on December 1, 2012
Sir Alex Ferguson expects Robin van Persie to end goal drought
Sir Alex Ferguson is confident that Robin van Persie can end his tally of just one goal in 12 outings for Manchester United.
Apr 4, 14:02
Manchester United's Robin van Persie reacts after missing a chance against Norwich on March 2, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson hints at Robin van Persie burnout
Sir Alex Ferguson hints that Robin van Persie may be rested for Manchester United's clash with Manchester City on Monday.
Apr 4, 04:29
United's Wayne Rooney celebrates a goal against Reading on March 16, 2013
Wayne Rooney fit for derby?
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney will reportedly be fit for the Premier League clash with Manchester City next Monday.
Apr 3, 12:46
Old Trafford
Manchester United 'remove Old Trafford from 2015 Rugby World Cup'
Manchester United reportedly remove Old Trafford from the list of venues for the Rugby World Cup in 2015.
Apr 3, 08:59
United's Wayne Rooney celebrates a goal against Reading on March 16, 2013
Paris Saint-Germain: 'We're interested in Wayne Rooney'
Paris Saint-Germain say that they are interested in Wayne Rooney, but deny making an approach for the Manchester United forward.
Apr 2, 07:39
United's Wayne Rooney celebrates a goal against Reading on March 16, 2013
Wayne Rooney may return for Manchester derby
Sir Alex Ferguson reveals that Wayne Rooney could make his comeback from a short injury layoff in Manchester United's derby match with Manchester City on April 8.
Apr 1, 22:33
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson during his side's match against Norwich on March 2, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Petr Cech save was unbelievable'
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson hails Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech for his "unbelievable" save from striker Javier Hernandez.
Apr 1, 16:56
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson during his side's match against Norwich on March 2, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson targets Manchester derby victory
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson wants his side to bounce back from their FA Cup defeat to Chelsea by winning against Manchester City next week.
Apr 1, 15:22
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson prior to kick-off against Sunderland on March 30, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson: "We were caught napping"
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says that his side should have handled the threat of Demba Ba better than they did earlier today.
Apr 1, 13:54
John O'Shea
John O'Shea: 'Current Manchester United squad as good as any'
Former Manchester United defender John O'Shea feels that the current squad is as good as any during Sir Alex Ferguson's time at the club.
Apr 1, 13:37
Wayne Rooney strikes again to score his second goal of the match against Reading on December 1, 2012
Wayne Rooney suffering with groin injury
A groin injury keeps Wayne Rooney out of Manchester United's FA Cup clash at Chelsea.
Apr 1, 11:10
Stamford Bridge
Live Commentary: Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you coverage of the FA Cup quarter-final replay between Chelsea and Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.
Apr 1, 10:30
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson leaves the pitch after his sides win over Fulham on January 26, 2013
Report: Manchester United target Sheffield Wednesday defender
Manchester United will reportedly swoop for Sheffield Wednesday right-back Hayden White.
Apr 1, 04:30
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson prior to kick-off against Sunderland on March 30, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Chelsea have benefited from easy draws'
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes that Chelsea have benefited in the past from easy draws in the FA Cup.
Apr 1, 01:35
Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'I will shake Sir Alex Ferguson's hand'
Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez insists that he will try to shake Sir Alex Ferguson's hand tomorrow after claiming that the Scot rejected his in a previous match.
Mar 31, 08:56
Rio Ferdinand
Report: Rio Ferdinand to be offered one-year deal at Manchester United
Manchester United will offer Rio Ferdinand a new one-year deal, according to a report.
Mar 31, 04:58
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson during his side's match against Norwich on March 2, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson hails "battling" performance
Sir Alex Ferguson says that Manchester United had to battle for three points against Sunderland at the Stadium of Light this afternoon.
Mar 30, 15:12
Robin Van Persie celebrates with team mates after scoring the opener against Sunderland on March 30, 2013
Manchester United edge closer to Premier League title
Titus Bramble's own goal in the 27th minute is enough for Manchester United to beat Sunderland 1-0 at the Stadium of Light.
Mar 30, 14:39
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his opener against Sunderland on December 15, 2012
Half-Time Report: Manchester United ahead at the break
A Titus Bramble own goal in the 27th minute sees Manchester United lead Sunderland 1-0 at half time at the Stadium of Light.
Mar 30, 13:32
Manchester United's Shinji Kagawa celebrates scoring his third goal against Norwich on March 2, 2013
Team News: Shinji Kagawa starts for Manchester United
Shinji Kagawa starts for Manchester United against Sunderland this afternoon as Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand and Ryan Giggs all are left out of the squad.
Mar 30, 12:11
Stamford Bridge
Preview:Chelsea vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews the FA Cup quarter-final replay between Chelsea and Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.
Mar 30, 07:40
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