George Best
On This Day: Wayne Rooney nets hat-trick on Manchester United debut
A decade ago, Wayne Rooney got his Manchester United career off to a positive start by scoring a hat-trick against Fenerbahce.
Sep 28, 09:52
Louis van Gaal tight-lipped on possible new Manchester United signings
Louis van Gaal remains quiet on potential transfer targets, but hints that new signings will be made at Manchester United before the window closes next Monday.
Aug 28, 15:47
Angel di Maria hopes to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo's success in seven shirt
Angel di Maria insists that he will try to emulate the success of Cristiano Ronaldo and Manchester United's other former stars who have worn the number seven shirt.
Aug 28, 15:32
Angel di Maria to wear Manchester United's iconic number seven shirt
Manchester United's new signing Angel di Maria has been given the number seven shirt after moving to Old Trafford from Real Madrid.
Aug 28, 15:01
On this day: Manchester United secure Premier League, FA Cup double
Back on this day in 1994, Eric Cantona scores two penalties as Manchester United beat Chelsea 4-0 to win the FA Cup.
May 14, 09:56
FIFA World Cup countdown: Top 10 Ecuadorian footballers of all time
As part of the countdown to the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, Sports Mole looks at the top 10 players in the history of Ecuador.
May 4, 12:06
Juan Mata leaves pair of boots outside Old Trafford in fan giveaway
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata leaves a pair of football boots outside of Old Trafford for fans to snap up.
Apr 30, 15:01
Manchester United's wins in Germany
Ahead of their meeting with Bayern Munich, Sports Mole looks back at all of Manchester United's victories in Germany.
Apr 9, 12:52
On this day: Borussia Dortmund inflict defeat on Manchester United
Seventeen years ago today, Manchester United slip to a 1-0 defeat in the semi-finals of the Champions League at the hands of Borussia Dortmund.
Apr 9, 10:01
Is it time David Moyes changed his tactics at Manchester United?
Sports Mole assesses why perhaps the time is right for David Moyes to make tactical changes to his Manchester United side.
Feb 3, 13:11
On this day: Sir Matt Busby passes away
Twenty years ago today, former Manchester United manager Sir Matt Busby passed away after a short illness.
Jan 20, 10:24
On this day: Manchester United debut 'Holy Trinity'
Fifty years ago today, George Best, Denis Law and Sir Bobby Charlton appeared in the Manchester United starting lineup together for the first time.
Jan 18, 10:08
Fan shows off Manchester United tattoo covering his back
Manchester United post a photo of a supporter who has covered his back with a tattoo dedicated to the Premier League club.
Jan 17, 13:57
On this day: Legends play last Manchester United games
Manchester United's George Best and Gary Neville both played their last games for the club on this very day, some 37 years apart.
Jan 1, 12:12
Shades of Wilf McGuinness in David Moyes's Manchester United
Some Manchester United fans have been comparing the job done by David Moyes to the one carried out by Wilf McGuinness over 40 years ago. Here, Sports Mole assesses that school of thought.
Dec 8, 11:43
On this day: Manchester United sign Eric Cantona
Twenty-one years ago today, Eric Cantona joined Manchester United for £1.2m from Leeds United.
Nov 26, 10:01
Top 10 George Best quotes
Sports Mole selects 10 of the most memorable quotes from George Best, who passed away eight years ago today.
Nov 25, 16:12
Paul Gascoigne's ex-wife Sheryl fears for former footballer's life
Paul Gascoigne's ex-wife Sheryl is said to be scared that the former England footballer will die due to his constant battle with alcohol.
Nov 11, 14:56
Interview: Former Manchester United winger Willie Morgan
Sports Mole speaks to former Manchester United winger Willie Morgan about his time with the club and the current setup at Old Trafford.
Nov 6, 11:53
David Gold warns Ravel Morrison
West Ham United chairman David Gold warns young star Ravel Morrison that it is now up to him how successful his career is.
Oct 20, 00:10
George Best's son Calum declares himself bankrupt
George Best's son Calum files for bankruptcy at the age of 32 following a number of "mistakes" over the years.
Oct 10, 13:22
On this day: Pele retires from football
Back on this day in 1977, Brazilian legend Pele calls time on a career that saw him score over 1000 goals.
Oct 1, 09:40
George Best's widow Alex 'prays' for troubled Paul Gascoigne
George Best's ex-wife Alex 'prays' that Paul Gascoigne overcomes his drinking problems.
Sep 26, 13:58
Manchester City vs. Manchester United: Top five matches
Ahead of tomorrow's Manchester derby, Sports Mole looks back on five of the best matches to have been hosted by the blue half of the city.
Sep 21, 11:13
George Best: Six great Manchester United moments
As the 50th anniversary of George Best's Manchester United debut approaches, Sports Mole looks back on some of his best moments in a red shirt.
Sep 10, 12:14
Man United vs. Chelsea: Top five Old Trafford matches
With Manchester United and Chelsea due to meet this evening, Sports Mole looks back on five memorable clashes between the two clubs.
Aug 26, 11:04
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Phil Jones could be United's best ever'
Sir Alex Ferguson suggests that Phil Jones has the ability to eclipse legends such as Bobby Charlton and George Best and become Manchester United's greatest ever player.
Apr 22, 23:34
Real Madrid vs. Manchester United: Five memorable matches
Sports Mole looks back over five of the most memorable meetings between Real Madrid and Manchester United ahead of their Champions League clash.
Feb 13, 12:15
Royal Mail introduces stamps of Britain's greatest footballers
The Royal Mail introduce special edition stamps of some of Britain's football greats to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Football Association.
Feb 8, 13:30
Sir Alex Ferguson statue commissioned
Manchester United confirm that they will unveil a statue of Sir Alex Ferguson later this month at Old Trafford.
Nov 6, 02:12
David Beckham voted best football role model
Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham is voted the number one football role model ahead of Pele, Sir Bobby Charlton and Steven Gerrard.
Aug 27, 16:07
Manchester United number sevens
Following Manchester United's decision to hand Antonio Valencia the number seven shirt, Sports Mole reviews the club's five best players to wear the famous number.
Jul 6, 14:46
Antonio Valencia handed Manchester United number seven shirt
Ecuadorian winger Antonio Valencia will wear the number seven shirt with Manchester United next season.
Jul 3, 17:52
Wayne Rooney surpasses George Best, Dennis Viollet
Wayne Rooney moves ahead of George Best and Dennis Viollet in the list of Manchester United's all-time goalscorers.
Apr 22, 15:53
