Man Utd striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his goal against Wigan on January 1, 2013
Robin van Persie thanks Manchester United fans
Having been named the club's player of the month for December, Robin van Persie says thank you to Manchester United fans.
Jan 8, 19:39
United manager Sir Alex Ferguson celebrates Van Persie's late equaliser at West Ham on January 5, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson relishes late drama
Sir Alex Ferguson believes that winning matches in dramatic circumstances has become part of Manchester United's DNA during his time at the club.
Jan 8, 03:45
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates  late equaliser against West Ham on January 5, 2013
Sam Allardyce: 'Robin van Persie moved to Manchester United for right reasons'
West Ham United boss Sam Allardyce believes that Robin van Persie chose Manchester United for football reasons and not money.
Jan 7, 10:18
Kevin Nolan
Kevin Nolan applauds Manchester United quality
Kevin Nolan hails Manchester United's quality after their 2-2 draw in the FA Cup with West Ham United.
Jan 7, 08:21
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates  late equaliser against West Ham on January 5, 2013
Joe Cole hails "incredible" Robin van Persie
Joe Cole thinks that Robin van Persie is an incredible talent after coming up against him in West Ham United's FA Cup third-round tie on Saturday.
Jan 7, 02:09
Everton players congratulate Leighton Baines after his equaliser against Newcastle on January 2, 2013
Sports Mole's Premier League Team of the Week
Sports Mole picks out its Premier League team of the week.
Jan 7, 00:56
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates  late equaliser against West Ham on January 5, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson lauds Robin van Persie goal
Sir Alex Ferguson describes Robin van Persie's equaliser against West Ham United as "world class" and hails his influence on the side.
Jan 5, 20:57
United manager Sir Alex Ferguson celebrates Van Persie's late equaliser at West Ham on January 5, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson relieved with Manchester United draw
Sir Alex Ferguson is relieved with Manchester United's late 2-2 draw at West Ham in Saturday's FA Cup third-round tie.
Jan 5, 19:43
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates  late equaliser against West Ham on January 5, 2013
Match Analysis: West Ham United 2-2 Manchester United
Sports Mole looks back over Manchester United's late 2-2 draw against West Ham United at Upton Park.
Jan 5, 19:43
Man Utd striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his goal against Wigan on January 1, 2013
Late Robin van Persie equaliser earns replay
A late equaliser from Robin van Persie gives Manchester United a 2-2 draw against West Ham United in the FA Cup third round.
Jan 5, 19:16
Danny Welbeck
Team News: Danny Welbeck replaces Robin van Persie, Joe Cole makes debut
Danny Welbeck replaces Robin van Persie in the Manchester United starting XI for this afternoon's FA Cup tie at West Ham United.
Jan 5, 17:20
United boss Sir Alex Ferguson at the Liberty Stadium on December 23, 2012
Live Commentary: West Ham United 2-2 Manchester United - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text coverage of the FA Cup tie between West Ham United and Manchester United at Upton Park.
Jan 5, 16:30
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his opener against Sunderland on December 15, 2012
Dietmar Hamann hails Robin van Persie's impact at Manchester United
Former Manchester City midfielder Dietmar Hamann believes that Robin van Persie could win Manchester United the Premier League title this season.
Jan 5, 13:22
Edwin van der Sar
Edwin van der Sar: 'Arsenal now a selling club'
Edwin van der Sar says that Robin van Persie's departure to Manchester United last summer shows that Arsenal are now a selling club.
Jan 4, 23:26
Joe Hart stops a fan from confronting Rio Ferdinand
Manchester derby fan given three-year ban from attending matches
The supporter who confronted Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand during the Manchester derby is hit with a three-year ban from attending matches.
Jan 4, 16:27
Danny Welbeck
Preview:West Ham United vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup third-round tie between West Ham and Manchester United at Upton Park.
Jan 3, 18:23
Robin Van Persie celebrates after scoring his team's second goal on December 29, 2012
Manchester United's Robin van Persie: "I'm surrounded by champions"
Robin van Persie insists that he is "surrounded by champions" at Manchester United after the Red Devils surged to a seven-point lead in the title race this week.
Jan 3, 09:04
Rio Ferdinand
Rio Ferdinand fires Robin van Persie warning
Rio Ferdinand says that Robin van Persie still has work to do at Manchester United.
Jan 2, 15:59
Ryan Giggs
Ryan Giggs hails Robin van Persie, Javier Hernandez
Ryan Giggs praises Robin van Persie and Javier Hernandez for their performances during Manchester United's 4-0 win over Wigan Athletic.
Jan 2, 12:53
Man Utd striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his goal against Wigan on January 1, 2013
Robin van Persie happy with Wigan Athletic goal
Manchester United striker Robin van Persie admits that he was delighted with his opening strike against Wigan Athletic on New Year's Day.
Jan 2, 10:42
Man Utd striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his goal against Wigan on January 1, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Robin van Persie at career peak'
Sir Alex Ferguson says that Manchester United bought striker Robin van Persie at the peak of his career.
Jan 2, 06:42
Wigan manager Roberto Martinez
Roberto Martinez rues "a game too many"
Wigan Athletic manager Roberto Martinez blames fatigue for his side's heavy defeat to Premier League leaders Manchester United.
Jan 2, 04:09
Man Utd striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his goal against Wigan on January 1, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson lauds "exceptional" Robin van Persie
Sir Alex Ferguson believes that Robin van Persie has added a killer instinct for Manchester United after watching the Dutchman score twice against Wigan Athletic this afternoon.
Jan 1, 17:59
Robin Van Persie scores United's fourth against Wigan on January 1, 2013
Match Analysis: Wigan Athletic 0-4 Manchester United
Sports Mole dissects the action as Manchester United record a comprehensive 4-0 win over Wigan Athletic at the DW Stadium on Tuesday.
Jan 1, 17:24
Man Utd forward Javier Hernandez celebrates his opener against Wigan on January 1, 2013
Manchester United cruise past Wigan Athletic
Manchester United ease past Wigan, running out 4-0 winners courtesy of goals from Javier Hernandez and Robin van Persie.
Jan 1, 16:51
Man Utd striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his goal against Wigan on January 1, 2013
Half-Time Report: Javier Hernandez, Robin van Persie put Manchester United ahead
Javier Hernandez breaks the deadlock to give Manchester United the lead against Wigan Athletic at the interval, with Robin van Persie doubling their advantage with a curling strike.
Jan 1, 15:47
The DW stadium
Live Commentary: Wigan Athletic 0-4 Manchester United - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live commentary of today's Premier League clash between Wigan Athletic and Manchester United at the DW Stadium.
Jan 1, 14:00
Robin Van Persie celebrates after scoring his team's fourth goal on December 1, 2012
Manchester City were "very close" to signing Robin van Persie from Arsenal
Roberto Mancini reveals that Manchester City were "very close" to signing striker Robin van Persie from Arsenal in the summer.
Jan 1, 13:26
Rafael Da Silva
Rafael, Phil Jones near return
Manchester United may have defenders Rafael and Phil Jones back from injuries to take on Wigan Athletic on Tuesday.
Dec 30, 12:29
Danny Welbeck
Danny Welbeck: 'Stop-start season is worth it at Manchester United'
Danny Welbeck admits it has been a "stop-start" season but says it is worth it to play for "the best club in the world."
Dec 30, 08:58
West Bromwich Albion head coach Steve Clarke during the match against Stoke City on December 1, 2012
Steve Clarke expected West Bromwich Albion equaliser
West Brom boss Steve Clarke admits that he expected his side to nick a draw in the closing stages of their 2-0 defeat to Manchester United.
Dec 29, 17:44
Robin Van Persie celebrates after scoring his team's second goal on December 29, 2012
Sir Alex Fergson lauds Robin van Persie, Paul Scholes impact
Sir Alex Ferguson declares that the impact of Robin van Persie and Paul Scholes in this afternoon's 2-0 win over West Bromwich Albion proved decisive.
Dec 29, 17:40
Robin Van Persie celebrates after scoring his team's second goal on December 29, 2012
Match Analysis: Manchester United 2-0 West Bromwich Albion
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Manchester United's 2-0 win over West Brom in the Premier League on Saturday.
Dec 29, 17:22
Gareth McAuley moments after scoring an own goal to put Manchester United a goal up on December 29, 2012
Manchester United ease past West Bromwich Albion
A Gareth McAuley own goal and Robin van Persie strike ensure that Manchester United retain their seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a 2-0 win over West Brom.
Dec 29, 16:52
Robin van Persie celebrates scoring the first for United on November 28, 2012
Team News: Robin van Persie dropped for Manchester United
Robin van Persie is dropped to the bench in one of five changes for Manchester United as they take on West Brom this afternoon.
Dec 29, 14:52
Ashley Young gets past the West Brom defence on December 29, 2012
Live Commentary: Manchester United 2-0 West Bromwich Albion - as it happened
Sports Mole's minute-by-minute report of Manchester United's 2-0 victory over West Brom in the Premier League on Saturday.
Dec 29, 13:58
Saints boss Nigel Adkins shouts from the sidelines
Mid-season report: Southampton
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Southampton's opening half to the Premier League season.
Dec 28, 12:00
Wayne Rooney celebrates his goal with team mates Ashley Young and Robin Van Persie on December 9, 2012
Mid-season report: Manchester United
Sports Mole wades through the first half of arguably the best season to be a Manchester United fan with goals aplenty in the Red Devils' games.
Dec 28, 09:30
Man City boss Roberto Mancini against Newcastle on December 15, 2012
Mid-season report: Manchester City
Sports Mole analyses Manchester City's opening half of the Premier League season.
Dec 28, 09:00
The Emirates Stadium
Mid-season report: Arsenal
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Arsenal's opening to the Premier League season.
Dec 28, 06:00
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