Who is bidding to buy English soccer club Manchester United?
March 27, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — The race to buy Manchester United is taking shape.
Based on the publicly declared bids for one of the world's most iconic soccer teams, the frontrunners are Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani and local boy-turned-billionaire Jim Ratcliffe.
Ronaldo, Kane break records in wins for Portugal, England
March 23, 2023 GMTIt was a record-breaking night for Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Kane as qualifying for the European Championship in 2024 got underway on Thursday.
Already the leading scorer in men's international soccer, the 38-year-old Ronaldo now has more international appearances than any other male player after racking up No.
Man United sale: Jim Ratcliffe says he’s submitted 2nd bid
March 23, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — The proposed sale of Manchester United gathered pace Thursday when British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe said he had submitted a second bid for the iconic soccer team.
Former Man United goalkeeper Ben Foster signs for Wrexham
March 23, 2023 GMTWREXHAM, Wales (AP) — Former Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster has come out of retirement to sign for Wrexham, the soccer team owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.
The 39-year-old Foster, who was also an England international, last played for Watford before stepping away from the game last year.
On eve of record, Ronaldo a ‘better man’ after United ordeal
March 22, 2023 GMTLISBON, Portugal (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo, on the eve of becoming the player with the most appearances with a national team in men’s soccer, said his difficult second spell with Manchester United made him a better man.
Ronaldo included on Martínez’s first squad for Portugal
March 17, 2023 GMTLISBON, Portugal (AP) — New Portugal coach Roberto Martínez included Cristiano Ronaldo in his first squad on Friday since taking over from Fernando Santos following the World Cup.
The 38-year-old Ronaldo was left out of Santos’ starting lineup for Portugal's knockout-phase games at the tournament in Qatar, including the quarterfinal loss to Morocco.
Jim Ratcliffe jets in for Manchester United buyout talks
March 17, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Jim Ratcliffe toured Manchester United on Friday as part of his bid to buy the English soccer club.
Man United bidders get a closer look ahead of potential sale
March 16, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Bidders are getting a closer look at Manchester United as the potential sale of one of the biggest soccer clubs in the world gathers pace.
Haaland hits 5, Pep reveals Julia Roberts disappointment
March 15, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — On a night when Erling Haaland set new standards in the Champions League, Pep Guardiola was preoccupied with Hollywood star Julia Roberts.
Never mind a record equalling five goals in one match – or the Manchester City striker becoming the fastest and youngest player to score 30 in European club soccer’s elite competition.
Vidic withdraws candidacy for Serbian soccer president
March 13, 2023 GMTBELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Former Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic on Monday withdrew his candidacy for president of the Serbian soccer federation, an organization which has often been accused of corruption, crime and political influence.
MATCHDAY: Liverpool v Man United; Barcelona hosts Valencia
March 4, 2023 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Sunday:
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Liverpool hosts Manchester United in the Premier League in a fixture traditionally regarded as the biggest in English soccer.
Former United manager Moyes impressed by Ten Hag’s success
February 28, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United managers past and present will meet in the fifth round of the FA Cup on Wednesday.
With a first trophy secured after winning the League Cup, Erik ten Hag has already surpassed David Moyes, who succeeded United great Alex Ferguson in 2013.
Ratcliffe’s Ineos confirms bid to buy Manchester United
February 18, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe's company Ineos confirmed Saturday it has made a bid to buy Manchester United, pledging to make the Premier League team “the number one club in the world once again.”
Qatar-based bid for Man United confirmed on deadline day
February 18, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — A Qatar-based bid for Manchester United was confirmed Friday, with Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani promising to rid the iconic soccer club of debt and return it to its former glories.
Man United sale set to test UEFA rules on multi-club owners
February 17, 2023 GMTGENEVA (AP) — The sale of Manchester United is set to test European rules designed to protect soccer from the integrity risks of owners controlling multiple clubs.
Bamford: Skubala ‘taken pressure away’ at Leeds after Marsch
February 17, 2023 GMTLEEDS, England (AP) — Leeds striker Patrick Bamford says caretaker manager Michael Skubala has “taken the pressure away” following the firing of Jesse Marsch.
Skubala has overseen a draw and loss — both against Manchester United — since Marsch was fired on Feb.
Domenico Tedesco appointed as Belgium’s new head coach
February 8, 2023 GMTBRUSSELS (AP) — Domenico Tedesco has been appointed head coach of Belgium's national team with a mission to rebuild in the aftermath of the Red Devils' World Cup disappointment.
The Belgian federation said Wednesday that the 37-year-old German-Italian, who previously coached Schalke, Spartak Moscow and Leipzig, has signed a deal until after the European Championship next year in Germany.
Man United signs Sabitzer to cover for injured Eriksen
February 1, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United completed the loan signing of midfielder Marcel Sabitzer from Bayern Munich as cover for the injured Christian Eriksen on Tuesday.
Eriksen could miss most of the remainder of the season because of an ankle injury, sustained during United’s 3-1 win against Reading in the FA Cup on Saturday.
MATCHDAY: Forest-Man United in cup semis; Sociedad-Barcelona
January 24, 2023 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Wednesday:
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Nottingham Forest and Manchester United meet in the first leg of the League Cup semifinals. United has reached the semifinals of the competition for the third time in four years — it was knocked out at that stage by Manchester City in 2020 and 2021 — as the club looks to claim a first major trophy since 2017.
Crystal Palace ends Man United’s winning run with 1-1 draw
January 18, 2023 GMTLONDON (AP) — Michael Olise’s stoppage-time free kick denied Manchester United a 10th straight win as Crystal Palace salvaged a 1-1 draw in the Premier League on Wednesday.
United looked on course to move up to second after Bruno Fernandes’ first-half strike.
Jim Ratcliffe’s firm INEOS to bid for Manchester United
January 17, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Jim Ratcliffe is entering the bidding to buy Manchester United.
The billionaire owner of petrochemicals firm INEOS is ready to make an offer to United owners the Glazer family, who outlined their willingness to sell the Premier League club in November.
Man United flying high after City win and Liverpool loss
January 14, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — It was a very good day for Manchester United, whose revival under Erik ten Hag is really taking shape.
MATCHDAY: Man U begins League Cup quarterfinals
January 9, 2023 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Tuesday:
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In a busy period in English soccer, attention switches to the League Cup as the competition enters the quarterfinal stage.
MATCHDAY: Arsenal welcomes Newcastle in EPL leaders’ clash
January 2, 2023 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Tuesday:
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Premier League leader Arsenal hosts third-placed Newcastle. Consecutive wins over the festive period have put the Gunners seven points clear of defending champion Manchester City.
England looks to future after latest World Cup heartbreak
December 11, 2022 GMTDOHA, Qatar (AP) — It was a new twist on an old story for England.
Harry Kane's late penalty flew high over the bar at Al Bayt Stadium Saturday, effectively sealing the national team's World Cup fate.
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Man United owners not taking semi-annual dividend
December 9, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United's owners have not taken their semi-annual dividend for fiscal year 2023, according to the Premier League club's quarterly financial reports.
The decision preceded the Glazer family's recent announcement that it would consider putting the club up for sale.
Brazil wants to keep dancing against Croatia at World Cup
December 8, 2022 GMTDOHA, Qatar (AP) — Brazil wants to keep the dancing going at the World Cup when it faces Croatia on Friday with a spot in the semifinals on the line.
The Brazilians have made it clear they will not back from their goal celebrations in Qatar despite criticism by some.
Man United charged for failing to control players in match
October 18, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United has been charged by the Football Association for failing to control its players during Sunday's 0-0 draw with Newcastle.
United's players angrily remonstrated with referee Craig Pawson after he ruled out a Cristiano Ronaldo goal shortly after halftime.