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05 May 2026 13:52:52
Strong rumours that Iraola would be going back to Bilbao but that’s not the case. They’ve just confirmed Edin Terzic as their new manager. Get the feeling Iraola will get one of the vacant Premier League jobs… which one? Who knows!
1.) 05 May 2026 16:37:24
Chelsea, if they continue their freefall down the table, would have no Europe (assuming they lose the FA Cup final also).
His high intensity style would be a good fit with their young squad playing less games next season.
22 Apr 2026 14:47:59
Hi Ed's, is baleba at Brighton still under consideration or has that ship sailed? He was massively touted last summer but it's gone very quiet on him since. Thanks.
{Ed001's Note - his form has been awful since getting injured and no one is considering him at the high price Brighton will ask.}
1.) 22 Apr 2026 16:41:37
Ed would you be qble to provide us with a potential list of targets for this summer?
{Ed001's Note - I don't have one sorry mate.}
2.) 22 Apr 2026 19:41:40
Thanks ed, thought as much but always good to get a more qualified opinion. Cheers ed?
{Ed001's Note - very welcome mate.}
3.) 23 Apr 2026 06:43:31
I have never seen the love for Baleba. How on earth was he anywhere near a 100 million player? He had half a decent season, got mentioned for 100 million, then most on here think he is the bees knees.
4.) 23 Apr 2026 12:26:24
There we are then?
5.) 23 Apr 2026 17:15:44
Brilliant Keefy ??. An absolute there we are then, indeed.
6.) 22 Apr 2026 20:12:25
Ed002 was the go to guy for that kind of thing singh. A legend and huge loss to the forum. Although you risked your life by asking silly questions ?. No prisoners were taken lmao. No shade to the other eds as you all do a great job letting us talk rubbish to each other, i'm sure you all miss him dearly
{Ed007's Note - We do that ??
05 Jan 2026 12:33:17
BBC reporting that the club hope to appoint an interim manager until the end of the season and then appoint a full time manager. They state it won’t be fletcher but that he’s in charge for Burnley. Any ideas?
1.) 05 Jan 2026 12:49:35
Michael Carrick maybe, or someone connected to the club, with some sort of history.
2.) 05 Jan 2026 12:53:53
Big Sam will make sure we stay up.
3.) 05 Jan 2026 13:08:01
If they are waiting until end of season then Tuchel comes to mind.
4.) 05 Jan 2026 13:10:59
Rathcliffe, Omar and Wilcox clearly made this decision based on emotion as we clearly had no plan in place.
Binning this season off in January to focus on next year is absolutely ludicrous from the board considering Ashworth left because of his concerns for Amorim and his 3-4-3.
I'm not saying Amorim was the right man, but surely you have more of a plan than "give it to Ole for the rest of the season".
Onto that, Ole (PTSD incoming) Carrick, Ruud or Blanc. Maybe Fletcher wins the next 2 and gets some joy at City and Arsenal and stays. We've seen this movie before and it doesn't end well.
I hope you're all doing well considering.
5.) 05 Jan 2026 13:18:17
Tuchel? ????
Noooo!
6.) 05 Jan 2026 13:22:53
OGS will do again.
7.) 05 Jan 2026 13:25:33
End of season I agreed red man, he will be no.1 choice. Poch maybe a close second.
If they move now, Glasner.
My choice, would be Emery.
8.) 05 Jan 2026 13:37:34
Bring Keano in…that would be pure cinema ?.
9.) 05 Jan 2026 13:38:50
Can only imagine that would go down swell with the rest of Ingerland if Tuchel took some time off preparing for the world cup to take charge of Manchester United on an interim basis lol.
10.) 05 Jan 2026 13:41:08
Southgate to enter through the OT gate.
11.) 05 Jan 2026 14:03:11
Tichel after World Cup is a good shout.
12.) 05 Jan 2026 14:05:42
Is it not Fletcher until the end of the season?
13.) 05 Jan 2026 14:18:24
I think it’ll be Tuchel after the Word cup too. The club needs a big personality and figurehead to be in charge.
That or they go to Xavi.
14.) 05 Jan 2026 15:50:37
Maresca as interim is probably what they're exploring.
15.) 05 Jan 2026 16:16:04
Tuchel left Chelsea because he clashed with the management over transfers and squad formation, sound familiar.
Wilcox going to sit down and have a Friday afternoon chat with Tuchel and tell him about formations, not a chance.
It just sounds like a disaster waiting to happen.
16.) 05 Jan 2026 16:56:35
Klopp. Would piss the scousers off even more than us winning the league!
Yes I know it won’t happen.
17.) 05 Jan 2026 19:11:16
First of all I couldn’t disagree more with the club sacking Amorim. I believe he was the man to change us given time and getting in players he wanted. For the club to ignore the need for a dm in the summer over an Additional number 10 was baffling and also predictable.
Knowing how our club is run they will look to make an appointment on the interim that will in their eyes silence any possible backlash and will get someone in the fans would support and also more importantly someone the media won’t go after ie Gary Neville.
We know how silent he was when OGS was in the hot seat.
18.) 05 Jan 2026 19:31:05
twenty, if they got Neville in, I think I’d turn my back on the club and never attend another match. Can’t stand the snivelling little worm.
19.) 05 Jan 2026 20:22:14
Hope it’s not tuchel, plays such boring football.
Needs to be someone that plays attacking football. I’m not an expert on the manager market so no clue who they will go for.
Glasner seems to be the favourite for the summer. But that’s more 3 at the back football. So not my choice.
I’d try and get Emery from Villla. Or maybe Xavi.
20.) 05 Jan 2026 21:23:28
2toms he’s a rat ?
No I wasn’t suggesting that but they will prob get someone in who g Neville won’t say anything against as it will be an ex team mate. Amorim said in his last press conference that if people can’t handle gnev criticism we need to change club.
It was clearly affecting the Wilcox’s and berradas.
Gnev is happy to spout on about Amorim but never the owners strange that.
21.) 06 Jan 2026 12:54:31
Wilcox will be next out the door.
22.) 06 Jan 2026 18:10:45
I hope so Eric, well actually I hope it is Mainoo, then Wilcox then.
Shaw
Maguire
Casemiro
Dalot
Ugarte
Dorgu
Bayindir
Sesko
Amass
Mount
Etc etc
This squad needs tearing apart.
09 Oct 2025 09:24:30
Anyone seen the post by Turki alalshikh? Seems to be saying United are close to selling to a new investor. Whether that's full sale or just extra funding who knows. Might also just be bs for publicity. What do we think?
1.) 09 Oct 2025 13:49:50
Believe there was a clause in the Ratcliffe deal that after a certain period allowed the Glazers to sell and Ratcliffe would be forced to sell his holding for the price per share the Glazers agreed.
Anything that gets the Glazers out and debt paid off in full will mean popping Champagne corks
The next question is whether the prospective buyer has enough money or is it just the Glazers want to raise more money by selling more shares but not concede control. Not completely sure on the company structure but think if Ratcliffe were to buy more shares that took him over 30% he may be required to offer to all shareholders the same price per share in a full takeover. Hence why he sits at below 30%. Unless there is a clause saying they can’t, then as long as they retain overall 51% the Glazers may sell shares above that level to someone else and pocket the next load of cash. The club won’t benefit until they and the debt are gone completely. A happy day.
2.) 09 Oct 2025 15:25:30
The freeze period ended around mid August RedMan. The 1958 were planning a protest before the Arsenal game but cancelled due to some positive feedback from fans regarding signings and the new training centre. I found it interesting the SJR would put so much money into a project when potentially he could be forced sell his shares. Apparently he gets the opportunity to match any offer the Glazers recieve. I posted that it felt like something was in the pipeline. It’s interesting an individual like Turki Alalshikh would post something like this but no idea if it has any substance. I also, perhaps reading too much into it, found the wording of ‘investors’ rather than buyers/ owners interesting and maybe deliberate?
There has also been no movement from the 1958 recently who have been so vocal and active in their protests to the Glazers. You do wonder if they have been briefed that something is happening?!
OR this could all be nonsense and we are getting excited about the Glazers being gone for nothing ?.
3.) 10 Oct 2025 08:46:58
Probably linked to investment in the stadium.
4.) 10 Oct 2025 11:12:21
Someone buying up all the seat licences?
5.) 10 Oct 2025 14:15:39
turki says a lot of stuff. would not spend too much on what he says. He likes the attention.
6.) 10 Oct 2025 15:50:24
If only this were true….
7.) 10 Oct 2025 21:09:52
redseven are you for real? The Glazers are awful, but wanting to be a pawn in a sportswashing operation isn't something I'd like to see happen.
8.) 11 Oct 2025 11:16:09
I'll be very happy to see the back of the Glasers. They have offered nothing to our club but have taken plenty from us.
That said I am cautious over who it is who eventually buys them out. I'm overall pleased with how INEOS have managed things since they bought into the club. I wouldn't want any new ownership to rock the boat with that. Ideally a change in ownership would either see a total buyout by INEOS, or they at least own the controlling stake in the club so as to not complicate the running of the club.
We have to remember that anyone prepared to pay the eye watering costs of buying us will be doing so with their own agenda, and that may or may not be in our best interests.
Be that sports washing or merely for financial gain. The last thing we need is a power struggle with billionaires squaring off against eachother across the board room.
Personally, what would be my ideal situation is for INEOS to increase their stake to around 70% or more, then maybe a minority stakeholder comes in with around 30% stake. Meaning we are shot of the Glasers, but there isn't going to be a power struggle, or change in how the club is currently being run. INEOS owning a significant majority over anyone else makes things far more secure.
I have a feeling that Sir Jim might set things up and in place for some kind of partial fan ownership held in trust for after he dies. Meaning his legacy will be rebuilding the club and then giving it back to the fans. INEOS is suspect will still own a majority and controlling stake, but the rest being fan owned.
9.) 11 Oct 2025 12:44:51
Nothing could be worse than the Glazers and the debt they have saddled the club with.
If somebody agrees a deal with the Glazers, Ratcliffe will have the opportunity to match it. I’m still not completely sold on INEOS, though, so whether he does or he doesn’t, I’ll be glad to see the back of the yanks.
10.) 11 Oct 2025 14:30:01
You mention sportswashing but conveniently forget to mention the awful history of the glazer family in American politics DonRed?
Extremely large contributors to the Bush presidental campaign, which eventually led to an illegal war that killed millions?
Its only fair to mention both, two cheeks of the same arse as far as I care, but you must be fair. Again, I absolutely do not agree with sport washing nor would I endorse for any of these c**** to own the club, who are undoubtedly involved in atrocities across planet. No to both!
11.) 11 Oct 2025 15:36:56
One is some prats I don't like. The other is a government funded operation to detract from horrific acts. You are equating direct involvement with indirect. That is whataboutism. I'm also not sure about your analysis of this. The Glazers give money to anyone that'll suit them. They funded a lot to both the Trump and Harris campaigns last time. You are stretching very much imo to put those two on the same footing.
12.) 11 Oct 2025 16:14:38
"Some prats I don’t like" is doing a lot of heavy lifting there and i’m not saying the UAE investors and the Glazers are identical, one’s a state trying to polish its image. But let’s not act like the Glazers are some neutral ‘just business’ owners either. Their money’s been tied up in nasty sh1t
If the point is moral high ground, there isn’t one. It’s picking between a sportswashing operation and parasites who’ve bled the club dry while funding war-mongers. Different flavours of the same ? sandwich. I just don’t want either anywhere near United. ”.
13.) 11 Oct 2025 16:18:45
And no, that’s not whataboutism, that’s just called having a memory. You don’t get to downplay one set of rotten politics just because it’s wrapped in a different flag.
If we’re talking morals, the Glazers have happily bankrolled people who create the mess, while the other lot are using football to cover theirs. One’s direct, one’s indirect, both are still rotten to the core.
One stinks less loud, that’s all. Still stinks.
14.) 12 Oct 2025 14:53:04
Saying that I shouldn't take sportswashing seriously because of some other indirect involvement via funding a politician before they took an action is pretty much the archetypical example of whataboutism.
15.) 12 Oct 2025 17:38:34
That’s not what I said at all. I never told you not to take sportswashing seriously, I said don’t act like the Glazers are some moral alternative. And no, that’s not whataboutism, pointing out that both sides are rotten isn’t deflection, it’s context.
16.) 12 Oct 2025 21:54:03
Scholes, Unless you are talking about something other than funding a political campaign you are equating two very different things. It is common - expected in fact - for rich people in the US to heavily donate to campaigns.
The Glazers as I said above heavily funded both Trump and Harris! It feels like you are searching for a reason to put them on equal footing with direct and actual evidence of human rights abuses by the groups funding these sports washing operations. I just don't see the equivalence you do. This, one is bad and the other is bad so why split hairs logic just isn't something I'm ever going to agree on.
17.) 20 Oct 2025 13:58:18
And let’s not be so naive to think Ineos and SJR are not in it for themselves either, like some are suggesting.
18.) 23 Oct 2025 05:07:01
Reality is, if whoever comes in will be skeletons in the cupboard but if they injecting money and United winning you same bunch will turn a blind eye…hypocrites.
19.) 24 Oct 2025 18:37:01
Notimesoon
Maybe your next persona could be shakesfistatcloud?
28 Sep 2025 12:40:06
Southgate rumours have begun. ??♂️.
1.) 28 Sep 2025 13:26:51
I don't want Southgate anywhere near the club, but I can't help but know deep down that he would of got results for us with this team.
2.) 28 Sep 2025 16:55:39
Not a fan either -but he would come in insist on 2 big centre halves, 2 decent full backs,3 in midfield. maybe 4-4-2 . but we would be a lot more solid and maybe start to look like a well coached team. At this point i'm just Amorim out full stop.
3.) 28 Sep 2025 20:32:49
Southgate's only relevant experience is the Premier League where his record reads: got Middlesborough relegated.
We will go down if we appoint Southgate. Regardless what the Atomic Kitten song said he really isn't the one.
4.) 28 Sep 2025 23:05:29
He would probably put his hands round the shoulders of the players and maybe get a better spirit and short term might see an improvement in results but I don't think he is an elite manager who would get us back the top. Let's take the pain now to get to a brighter future.
{Ed025's Note - maybe he should put his hands around their necks Salford?..
5.) 28 Sep 2025 23:33:54
I’d rather give it back to OGS for a go over Southgate.
6.) 29 Sep 2025 07:51:32
And have us see Maguire start every game? Along with Shaw? No thanks.
7.) 29 Sep 2025 11:26:18
How’s it any different to now Trumours?
8.) 29 Sep 2025 13:24:29
Eric79 I think that's exactly the point. So many people are fixated with formation. The issue is the personnel being chosen. Against Brentford we played 5 players that I would say are either not good enough or just not ready - Bayindir, Maguire, Dalot, Dorgu and Ugarte. That's almost half the team. We can get away with one off games where those players play, or even where just one or two of those are playing. The issue is that when we need a lift in our play, those players are just not good enough. Amorim really made a huge mistake with that line up. But he compounded it by not making a change.
9.) 29 Sep 2025 14:43:25
Also Glasner interview, not sure of details but think in German rag. (Not drag) . Although still not sure it’s the best long term if it changes focus away from the leadership team.
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03 May 2026 19:07:11
Fergie taken to hospital before the game today… Apparently just a precaution so hopefully he’s ok and back to health soon.
26 Apr 2026 21:46:23
Hi Ed's am I right in saying that Napoli have an obligation to buy hojlund as long as they make UCL? They're currently 2nd so it looks a safe bet he gone.
{Ed001's Note - yes mate, that is correct.}
1.) 26 Apr 2026 22:48:06
Happy days now we just need rid of ugarte, onana and mount then we r getting somewhere lol. Cheers ed.
2.) 27 Apr 2026 03:31:59
And Rashford.
3.) 27 Apr 2026 04:44:43
And Shaw.
And Dalot.
And de Ligt.
And Martinez.
And Zirzkee.
4.) 27 Apr 2026 08:25:54
First and foremost Hojlund and Rashford have to go for the agreed amount.
Shifting the others may be more difficult.
Jimbo, Dalot? Why? He's probably one of the most consistent performers in that team, and is always available.
I really like him.
I agree with the rest, but I don't think Shaw or Martinez will move. I would have loved to see de Ligt stay too, but I fear for his injuries.
5.) 27 Apr 2026 09:03:20
You're right Jimbo, but realistically getting rid of 3/4 of them is probably the best we'll manage.
6.) 27 Apr 2026 12:52:10
Angelred, yes he's been available, but come on, are we really going to push for a title with Dalot as our full time right back? He is bang average at best.
He just isn't good enough, constantly out of position, and his defending is terrible.
I think both full back areas, left and right, need looking at, as well as the central midfield area this summer.
7.) 27 Apr 2026 13:09:28
Both full back positions need attention. Dalot is a 6.5 every week, not nearly at the level required to push for major honours. Either he or Mazraoui is very replaceable.
Shaw has been reliable this season, and Dorgu looks like he can do a job further up the pitch. Left back is definitely on the list for improvement.
On a side note, shame we didn't include an obligation to buy for Rashford, like the one for Hojlund. Barcelona are already playing the media, saying they won't pay £30,000,000. Spanish clubs are playing the pauper when it's time to pony up the dough.
It will be a long summer trying to shift a few of those lads.
8.) 27 Apr 2026 13:24:45
Simo, I'm not suggesting that he is a nailed on starter every week, but I don't see horrible defending and always being out of position with him. I actually think he is one of the most dependable defenders of the bunch and I'm absolutely fine with him as part of the squad.
He also keeps getting picked by every manager we have had, so that should also tell us something.
9.) 27 Apr 2026 13:48:36
Shaw and Dalot have both looked much better since Amorim left. Don't understand why we would look to sell either.
10.) 27 Apr 2026 13:54:45
Saw that about Barca, Mumbles. Typical ploy from them, and they're probably hoping Rashford forces our hand by refusing to go elsewhere. Hopefully we stand firm and get what was agreed. In the end, the fee is more than fair for a player of Rashford's age.
11.) 27 Apr 2026 13:55:51
Just shows how depleted we are.... Listen, I am not gonna argue with you, it's all about opinions. My opinion is that both full backs are not up to it if we want to push on next season.
12.) 27 Apr 2026 14:57:55
I agree, Sim, the know-alls will say one thing, but it's a simple fact that they are both in the bottom 5 % of all EPL full backs for goals or assists and key passes.
2 very average Joe's who contribute little or nothing to our progressive play.
They are average or below in most aspects of the game compared to their peers.
This season alone, Shaw has an assist and no goals in the EPL, and Dalot has no assists and no goals. Yes, they are defenders, but full backs have more to their role than simply defending.
Their stats for defending are a little better, but we don't keep many clean sheets.
They are well below par for EPL full backs imo.
13.) 27 Apr 2026 15:19:16
I'm good with Dalot being a squad option. Have always said we need better full backs to start, but I wouldn't look to sell him. Would be nowhere near the top of my list.
Danny, agree, both looked better since the overachieving Ra has left.
14.) 27 Apr 2026 15:30:50
Thankfully, we have all the stats and data to go on. Some would say the stats don't lie, although context needs to be added most of the time for them to make sense.
15.) 27 Apr 2026 17:30:31
Dalot has 3 assists and a goal this season.
When you say 'we' have all the stats, those stats are not well below par?
16.) 27 Apr 2026 18:15:28
Dalot and Shaw are both solid players. Long term, we should be looking to upgrade. But this isn't a priority.
This summer the priority has to be bringing in 2 midfielders, a centre back, and another forward.
17.) 27 Apr 2026 18:56:43
Agree with all that, Danny.
18.) 27 Apr 2026 19:22:05
Angel, he is the last to go from that lot, in fairness to him, and I wouldn't mind him as back up. But if we have the desire, cash and ability to churn through all the others this summer, which is highly doubtful, though.
For me, he needs to be upgraded.
Next summer, we will be crying out for a right fullback if we get everything else right this summer.
19.) 27 Apr 2026 19:40:22
Jimbo, I've always said, we need top quality full backs, but he is a fine squad player and I don't sigh when I see him play. He gets involved (1 goal, 3 assists), is passionate, and defensively sound.
Like Danny says, CM, CB and a forward are the priority positions for us this summer. We can think about FB next year. Remember, Dorgu is still there also and can deputise as a LB too.
20.) 27 Apr 2026 22:21:14
Apart from today's performance, he was dire; same for Shaw.
And here is the contentious content... We need to get rid of Amad ASAP whilst he has perceived value.
He is atrocious.
Today's performance was one of his worst.
I looked at his offsides this season.
He now has 13 from 28 games.
Next nearest is Mbeumo and Dorgu on 7 and Sesko on 6.
I have Dorgu ahead of him now, whether that is 343 and a wing back role, or 442 and on the left side.
Maybe he can be understudy to Mbeumo on the right. Otherwise, sell.
21.) 28 Apr 2026 01:38:53
I think Amad had some personal upset this last year, no doubt it has knocked him a bit. He desperately needs a coach to tell him it is his job to create for others first, score second. He has a knack of making things happen, definitely keep and see how he does next year for me.
17 Apr 2026 22:25:43
Maguire and Martinez suspended, and now Yoro injured… It never rains but it pours! If we escape with anything tomorrow night, it’s a huge bonus. Chelsea haven’t been great lately, but they’ll be out for a performance after their City humbling and Stamford Bridge has never been kind to us! Attack may very well be the best form of defense lol.
1.) 18 Apr 2026 00:18:37
Heaven alongside Shaw is the likeliest combination. Dalot and Mazraoui are full backs. It's obviously not ideal, but I'd be more worried if we have to play Ugarte in midfield again.
2.) 18 Apr 2026 01:08:21
How about Heaven in the middle with Shaw and Maz either side as a back 3...
Dalot and Amad providing some width.
Mainoo and Cas in the centre.
Front 3 of Bruno Cunha and Mbeumo.
Sesko, Lacey, Zirkzee to come on second half if we are still in the game.
3.) 18 Apr 2026 09:25:45
That formation is intriguing. It does seem to suit our squad better. Mmmm.
4.) 18 Apr 2026 09:57:11
Will introduce some intensity back into our game, rather than trundling through games with sideways pass master Carrick at the wheel....
5.) 18 Apr 2026 11:38:03
Did somebody mention 3 at the back? ?
01 Apr 2026 19:29:32
So not only did Maguire get wrongly dismissed against Bournemouth but now he’s facing an additional ban because of his reaction to it. ??♂️
1.) 01 Apr 2026 20:25:16
It's farcical and petty. Players do have the right to object in a constructive manner. It's reminiscent of being at school, where teachers tell you what to do. If you attempt to argue or answer back, it's a detention.
2.) 02 Apr 2026 00:28:09
He was not wrongly sent off; it was 100% the correct decision. It was a penalty, and because he made no attempt to play the ball, it is 100% a red card.
Emotions run high, so while he should not say anything, it should, and I think will be, excused.
3.) 02 Apr 2026 12:35:34
Agree with Ken here.
The argument for me was, if that was awarded as a pen, then so should Amad.
4.) 02 Apr 2026 12:55:03
It was one of those decisions where you see them given and you see them waved away.
The problem was that, in this game, the Ref had already set the standard for what should and should not be a penalty when he waved away the Amad "foul".
I fully understand why Maguire, in that situation, asked the question, "Why is that one a penalty and not the Amad one?" and why he felt hard done by. At the same time, he did not leave the field as he should have done once dismissed, and, by the letter of the law, he can be charged for that.
The common sense thing would be for the FA to ignore his behaviour when getting sent off, due to the context within the game.
This would defuse the situation and try to draw a line under it, rather than drag it out, as dragging it out only acts to highlight the inconsistencies in how the game was refereed.
However, since the club have launched an official written complaint over how the match was officiated, I suspect this is retaliation from the governing body.
It reads like a way of trying to assert dominance, and showing how they can implement the rules to the letter of the law to try and put us in our place, as if the club has no right to question the authorities.
5.) 02 Apr 2026 13:46:20
Unfortunately, obscenities towards the officials are not considered objecting in a constructive manner lol.
6.) 02 Apr 2026 23:12:00
Common sense to ignore abuse of officials. That's ridiculous. Sorry, Shappy.
7.) 03 Apr 2026 09:12:46
Keefy, every single weekend there is at least one incident similar to what Maguire said/did in the EPL.
How many of them get charged? Few, if any. Most are ignored as players react in the heat of the moment.
8.) 03 Apr 2026 10:14:44
It doesn't matter one iota. Abusing officials needs to stop. It is Not common sense to ignore it. Just because incidents are "ignored" does not need to make it the norm and acceptable.
Sorry, Shappy. You make perfect sense a lot of the time, but on this occasion I will not be moved.
I cannot and should not be condoned.
9.) 03 Apr 2026 11:29:06
Ha ha, I should not be condoned. Bit of self appraisal there!
"It" should not be condoned.
10.) 03 Apr 2026 16:46:50
Keefy, in theory I have no problem with them enforcing the rules of the game, and I agree that players shouldn't be abusing officials.
The problem is the reason Harry was so frustrated and let his frustrations get the better of him was due to the Referee not applying the rules of the game consistently throughout the game (waving away Amad's penalty only to 11 minutes later give a penalty against Maguire for an near identical incident).
To then decide to ban Harry further when they ignore 95% of similar incidents across the league over the course of the season is just the FA doubling down on the perception that they treat Manchester United and our players differently to the rest of the league.
Rules are rules, but they only work when everyone is held accountable to them and to the same standard.
That is the issue here, it's not that Harry's foul wasn't a foul, it's that we have seen two very similar incidents managed by the same Referee within minutes of eachother have two very different outcomes. While arguably the foul on Amad was the more obvious foul (two handed shove with force and no attempt to win the ball) compared to Harry's slight pulling back of a player (and quickly let go) only for him to throw himself to the ground. One of those players could have easily stayed on their feet and it isn't Amad.
That raises questions on the legitimacy of how our games in the EPL are managed, is it utter incompetence or are Referee's making biased decisions, or worse actually fixing matches. Which while I doubt it is cheating, we cannot rule it out.
This would be bad enough by itself, a bad performance by a referee, it happens and we were on the wrong side it this time. But for the governing body to then impose what feels like a frivolous charge on top is just rubbing salt in the wound. Again the problem here isn't that he hasn't done what he's been accused of, but the uneven application of the rules, punishing him when countless others get away with it every single week.
It reeks of the FA trying to make an example out of us due to our official complaint over the performance of the referee.
Rather than take our concerns seriously about how the Referee AND VAR didn't come to the obvious conclusion that Amad had been fouled and we should have had a penalty; they have instead decided to ignore, what is either a shockingly poor performance or potential cheating from the officials, and punish us further. It isn't them attributing justice, it is them saying loudly and clearly do not question us or our officials or we will make you suffer.
Let's be honest here, the main reason the Ref didn't give the foul on Amad was because he had already given us a penalty in the game and he didn't want give us two penalties back to back. How often have we ever seen a team go two goals up due to two penalties. He didn't want to give it, yet a foul is a foul. Yet they can't ever admit that as it highlights that Referees make decisions based on the game state or past incidents within the game rather than simply on the merits of the incident in question.
11.) 03 Apr 2026 22:55:45
Nope.
Not bothered about the circumstances or the inconsistency. The discussion was that the authorities should ignore it. Total rubbish. Kids see this and think it's okay to abuse referees.
The inconsistency is entirely different issue.
That absolutely does need to be addressed.
Harry's was 100% a red card. He needed to own that and walk off like the leader he is supposed to be.
Like I said. This I will not be shifted on.
12.) 04 Apr 2026 10:05:24
I understand the frustration, but where is abusing the officials going to get you? They aren't going to change their mind.
Footballers in general need to accept the officials' decisions, regardless of whether they are right or wrong. Their behaviour on the pitch filters down to grassroots football. Watching kids give officials abuse because their footballing heroes do it is not good for the game.
26 Mar 2026 23:20:12
Incredibly proud of the Norn Iron lads tonight. Young team with lots more to come I hope. The World Cup dream is over this time, maybe in 4 years time. ??
01 May 2026 10:54:54
Enrique would be a dream. Other than him, I honestly don't have a preferred candidate. I can see the merits and pitfalls of all of them. Just hoping that whoever it is this time can get it right.
30 Apr 2026 21:45:54
Makes sense in a lot of ways. Decent age and has plenty of experience, Premier League-proven, available right away, no compensation needed as he's out of contract, plays an attractive style of football, and he has an excellent demeanour and way with the media. Different animal at United, I know, but he's definitely an excellent option.
30 Apr 2026 21:42:25
I get u, angel... Just hope we can get the players out that we need to and for decent fees. Barca are a right ***** to deal with, maybe other teams might enter the mix. Fingers crossed.
30 Apr 2026 15:03:47
I get u, Angel, but we can't just bow to their demands. We agreed a loan with a buy option, the fee is more than reasonable given his age and profile. We can't just give him away either, as that will set a precedent for future deals too.
30 Apr 2026 10:46:17
Barcelona are a funny institution, they act broke with us, then spend millions elsewhere, they'll also sign players, then spend months getting others to lower their wages just to fit them in. Stump up or jog on. It's as simple as that. They wouldn't do us in favours if the show was on the other foot!
03 May 2026 19:25:45
The Premier League has been dull this year for the most part... Not that game though! That was a throwback, and now that we won, I loved it. ??
02 May 2026 19:35:49
1 point to confirm it, but realistically it's done. That was his remit when he replaced RA, and he's got the job done, so fair play to him.
28 Apr 2026 21:08:04
Tbh Ken, I'm gutted. I've got HBO Max but not Prime, so I can't watch tonight's game... Instead, I'm stuck with Arsenal v Athletico. ??♂️ Seems like I'm missing a classic!!
28 Apr 2026 07:11:37
Carrick was given a mandate, and he's achieved that mandate with room to spare. What happens next is anyone's guess. I'm a bit like Ken, I don't have a preferred candidate, but just hope the owners do their due diligence, and make the best decision for the club.
If that's Carrick, then I'll support it, if not, then I'll thank him for what he's done and wish him the best.
27 Apr 2026 13:54:45
Saw that about Barca, Mumbles. Typical ploy from them, and they're probably hoping Rashford forces our hand by refusing to go elsewhere. Hopefully we stand firm and get what was agreed. In the end, the fee is more than fair for a player of Rashford's age.