A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Preview:Manchester City vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews the first Manchester derby of the season at the Etihad Stadium.
Sep 20, 15:17
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Chris Smalling happy with Manchester United return
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling admits that he was relieved to make his return from injury against Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday night.
Sep 20, 06:26
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Preview:Manchester United vs. Crystal Palace
Sports Mole looks ahead to this weekend's Premier League encounter between Manchester United and Crystal Palace at Old Trafford.
Sep 12, 14:56
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
David Moyes's first competitive Manchester United game: Five things we learned
Sports Mole assesses five things that can be learnt from David Moyes's first Premier League match in charge of Manchester United.
Aug 18, 11:09
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Chris Smalling targets strong start
Chris Smalling believes that a strong start for Manchester United can give them the early advantage in the Premier League.
Aug 16, 12:43
Shane Long and Chris Smalling battle for the ball on December 29, 2012
Chris Smalling: 'Winning Community Shield inspires young guns'
Chris Smalling believes that Manchester United's Community Shield victory will inspire the club's young players.
Aug 14, 10:02
Gareth Bale celebrates after scoring his second in the Europa League match against Lyon on February 14, 2013
Manchester United still in Gareth Bale race?
Sports Mole explains why Manchester United could yet rival Real Madrid for the signature of Tottenham Hotspur winger Gareth Bale this summer.
Aug 12, 02:04
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Manchester United lose Rio Ferdinand's testimonial match
Chelsea loanee Marko Marin is among the scorers as Sevilla defeat a half-strength Manchester United team 3-1 in Rio Ferdinand's testimonial match at Old Trafford.
Aug 9, 20:42
Dimitar Berbatov
On this day: Manchester United defeat Chelsea in Community Shield
On this day in 2010, Manchester United recorded a 3-1 victory over Chelsea in the Community Shield.
Aug 8, 08:45
Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand celebrates scoring against Swansea on May 12, 2013
Rio Ferdinand willing to fight for Manchester United place
Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand says that he is not ready to relinquish his place in the first team.
Aug 1, 22:25
Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand celebrates scoring against Swansea on May 12, 2013
Rio Ferdinand praises Manchester United youngsters
Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand praises the club's youngsters following Monday's pre-season victory against Kitchee.
Jul 29, 15:43
Chris Smalling
Manchester United's Chris Smalling: "I should have scored a hat-trick'
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling believes that he should have scored a hat-trick in his side's 5-2 win over Kitchee on Monday.
Jul 29, 14:40
Danny Welbeck
Manchester United put five past Kitchee
Manchester United end their pre-season tour of Asia with a 5-2 win against Kitchee.
Jul 29, 13:58
Manchester United Wilfried Zaha, right, controls the ball past Sydney Allstars' Rhyan Grant during a friendly match on July 20, 2013
Live Commentary: Kitchee 2-5 Manchester United - as it happened
Find out how Manchester United were able to win 5-2 against Kitchee with Sports Mole's text updates of the encounter.
Jul 29, 11:30
Everton boss David Moyes prior to kick-off against Oldham in the FA Cup 5th round on February 16, 2013
Team News: Big names rested by David Moyes
Manchester United manager David Moyes rests a number of big names for the club's pre-season friendly against Kitchee in Hong Kong.
Jul 29, 11:16
Shane Long and Chris Smalling battle for the ball on December 29, 2012
Chris Smalling expects "big things" from Shinji Kagawa
Chris Smalling believes that Manchester United will see a much "stronger" Shinji Kagawa next season.
Jul 24, 14:46
Michael Carrick
Manchester United's Michael Carrick to miss Yokohama F-Marinos clash?
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick could miss Tuesday's pre-season clash against Yokohama F-Marinos with a groin injury.
Jul 22, 13:15
Ashley Young trains with United
Ashley Young, Chris Smalling join Manchester United's pre-season tour
Ashley Young and Chris Smalling overcome their respective injuries to join up with their Manchester United teammates for their pre-season tour in Japan.
Jul 22, 08:42
Everton manager David Moyes watches his side's match against Arsenal on April 16, 2013
Manchester United's David Moyes admits injury fears
Manchester United boss David Moyes admits that there is a fear that his players could pick up a major injury on the club's pre-season tour.
Jul 14, 10:07
United winger Nani celebrates opening the scoring against Reading on February 18, 2013
Man United's Nani, Ashley Young, Chris Smalling doubtful for pre-season tour
David Moyes reveals that Nani, Ashley Young and Chris Smalling are injury doubts for Manchester United's pre-season tour.
Jul 5, 16:23
Everton boss David Moyes on the touchline during the match against Spurs on April 7, 2013
Five immediate tasks for Manchester United's David Moyes
Sports Mole assesses five things that will require urgent attention from new Manchester United manager David Moyes.
Jul 1, 10:12
Barcelona attacker Thiago holds off two challenges.
Five players Manchester United should sign
Sports Mole selects five players that could be of interest to new Manchester United manager David Moyes.
Jun 25, 10:01
Danny Welbeck
Gary Neville: 'English players critical for Manchester United future'
Gary Neville believes that Manchester United's young English players will be crucial in the club's development.
May 30, 16:03
Jaap Stam in action for Manchester United in 2001
Jaap Stam rates Manchester United defenders among Europe's best
Former Manchester United defender Jaap Stam thinks that David Moyes will inherit a group of centre-backs that match up to any other side in Europe.
May 29, 19:29
Everton's Phil Jagielka in action on April 13, 2013
Phil Jagielka: 'Only Steven Gerrard is guaranteed place'
Everton defender Phil Jagielka believes that only Steven Gerrard is guaranteed his place in the England team at the moment.
May 27, 03:50
England's Chris Smalling during a International Friendly with Brazil on February 6, 2013
Operations for Chris Smalling, Nick Powell
Manchester United youngsters Chris Smalling and Nick Powell undergo surgery to ensure their fitness in time for pre-season.
May 18, 11:08
Shane Long and Chris Smalling battle for the ball on December 29, 2012
Chris Smalling reveals injury frustration
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling reveals that injuries have left him feeling frustrated this season.
May 2, 19:09
Utd manager Sir Alex Ferguson celebrates his teams 2-0 win over Stoke on April 14, 2013
Preview:West Ham United vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole looks ahead to Wednesday's Premier League encounter between West Ham United and Manchester United.
Apr 15, 15:25
United's Wayne Rooney celebrates a goal against Reading on March 16, 2013
Team News: Wayne Rooney returns for Manchester United for derby clash
Wayne Rooney returns to the Manchester United starting lineup for their derby clash with Manchester City.
Apr 8, 18:20
Ryan Giggs and Chris Smalling celebrate with Javier Hernandez after the Mexican's winner against Newcastle on Boxing Day 2012
Chris Smalling: 'We must bounce back from FA Cup disappointment'
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling says that he and his teammates must bounce back from their FA Cup exit to Chelsea.
Apr 3, 08:27
Shane Long and Chris Smalling battle for the ball on December 29, 2012
Chris Smalling: 'Double would be ultimate revenge'
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling admits that the prospect of beating rivals Manchester City to the league and the cup "would be sweet."
Mar 31, 10:35
England's Chris Smalling during a International Friendly with Brazil on February 6, 2013
Chris Smalling out for Montenegro revenge
Chris Smalling says that England will beat Montenegro when the two sides meet at Wembley later this year.
Mar 27, 08:09
Joleon Lescott
Roy Hodgson confident in defensive depth
England manager Roy Hodgson insists that Joleon Lescott and Chris Smalling are capable of coping with Montenegro's dangerous strike force.
Mar 26, 00:05
England manager Roy Hodgson before his side's match against San Marino on March 22, 2013
Roy Hodgson "surprised" by Branko Brnovic comments
England boss Roy Hodgson responds to comments made by Montenegro coach Branko Brnovic prior to their World Cup qualification meeting on Tuesday.
Mar 25, 17:45
Chris Smalling
Chris Smalling wants regular England place
Chris Smalling admits that Tuesday's crunch clash with Montenegro represents a chance to stake his claim for a regular England place.
Mar 24, 23:43
England manager Roy Hodgson before his side's match against San Marino on March 22, 2013
Roy Hodgson rules out John Terry recall
Roy Hodgson dismisses speculation that he could persuade John Terry to come out of international retirement following injuries to key defenders.
Mar 24, 10:28
Roy Hodgson watches on
Team News: Steven Gerrard, Ashley Cole rested for England
Steven Gerrard and Ashley Cole are rested for England's World Cup qualifier against San Marino, with Frank Lampard captaining the side.
Mar 22, 18:53
Steven Gerrard England
England captain Steven Gerrard, Ashley Cole 'to be rested'
England captain Steven Gerrard is reportedly dropped from the starting lineup for tonight's World Cup qualifier against San Marino.
Mar 22, 15:06
Roy Hodgson watches on
Preview:San Marino vs. England
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup qualification Group H clash between San Marino and England.
Mar 20, 15:20
Michael Carrick
Michael Carrick could play in England defence
Michael Carrick could be used as a centre-back for England on Friday.
Mar 20, 09:11
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