Leeds hires Marsch compatriot Armas as assistant coach
January 25, 2023 GMTLEEDS, England (AP) — Leeds added another American to its coaching staff on Wednesday by hiring former United States midfielder Chris Armas to be an assistant to compatriot Jesse Marsch.
Armas was Marsch’s assistant at New York Red Bulls from 2015-18 before becoming head coach when Marsch moved to German team Leipzig.
Reality check for United as City wins Manchester derby 6-3
October 2, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Erling Haaland and Phil Foden scored hat tricks Sunday as Erik ten Hag was humiliated in his first Manchester derby.
Manchester City destroyed rival Manchester United 6-3 at the Etihad and moved to within a point of Premier League leader Arsenal.
Ten Hag discovering the mess he has inherited at Man United
August 15, 2022 GMTMaybe Ralf Rangnick was right, after all.
Maybe Manchester United does require soccer’s equivalent of “open-heart surgery” to fix the glut of issues currently afflicting England’s biggest club.
MATCHDAY: France in need of points vs. Austria
June 9, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Friday:
NATIONS LEAGUE
After two matches in the tournament, titleholder France is still without a win ahead of its trip to Austria in the top tier Group A1 on Friday.
Rangnick severs ties with Man United to focus on Austria
May 29, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Ralf Rangnick will not take up his role as a consultant at Manchester United, the Premier League club said Sunday, because of the demands of his new job as Austria coach.
Unheralded Pioli molded Milan youngsters into title winners
May 23, 2022 GMTMILAN (AP) — Ageing forwards mixed with young players and a coach who had never won anything. AC Milan wasn’t expected to win the scudetto.
Indeed, Stefano Pioli was almost fired and replaced by Ralf Rangnick two years ago, with Milan in advanced negotiations with the German coach before changing its mind.
Man United slumps to 1-0 loss, qualifies for Europa League
May 22, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — Manchester United slumped to one last defeat of a sorry season by losing 1-0 to Crystal Palace on the final day of the Premier League thanks to Wilfried Zaha’s first-half goal on Sunday.
MATCHDAY: Man United hosts Brentford; Betis visits Getafe
May 1, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Monday:
ENGLAND
Manchester United hosts Brentford in the Premier League with a top-four finish and Champions League qualification already appearing beyond interim manager Ralf Rangnick with three games remaining for the sixth-place team.
Man United manager Ralf Rangnick takes job as Austria coach
April 29, 2022 GMTVIENNA (AP) — Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick was appointed Friday as coach of the Austrian national team.
Rangnick will start working with Austria in late May ahead of a Nations League game against Croatia on June 3, the Austrian soccer federation said.
Rangnick will be consultant at Man U amid Austria links
April 28, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Ralf Rangnick expressed his intention to work in a consultancy role at Manchester United next season amid links to the vacant job of coaching Austria's national team.
Rangnick has been in interim control of United since late November and will be replaced as manager by Erik ten Hag at the end of the season.
Injured Pogba might have played last game for Man United
April 22, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Paul Pogba might have played his last game for Manchester United.
The France midfielder, who is out of contract at the end of the season, came off injured in the 4-0 loss to Liverpool on Tuesday and will take at least four weeks to recover, United manager Ralf Rangnick said Friday.
Rangnick exposes United rebuilding task after Anfield misery
April 20, 2022 GMTLIVERPOOL, England (AP) — The remaining Manchester United fans inside Anfield were chanting for the club's owners to sell when the coaches and players were already back inside analyzing their failings in a humiliating 4-0 loss to Liverpool.
MATCHDAY: Liverpool hosts Man United; Inter faces AC Milan
April 18, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Tuesday:
ENGLAND
After advancing in the Champions League and FA Cup over the past week on its charge for the quadruple, Liverpool turns its attention back to the Premier League title race when great rival Manchester United visits Anfield.
Everton lifts survival hopes with win over lackluster United
April 9, 2022 GMTLIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Everton gained a huge win in its fight for survival and further damaged Manchester United’s flimsy top-four hopes with a 1-0 victory in the Premier League on Saturday.
Anthony Gordon’s shot from the edge of the penalty area deflected into the net off the outstretched leg of United defender Harry Maguire in the 27th minute at Goodison Park.
MATCHDAY: Man U-Atleti, Ajax-Benfica tied in Champs League
March 14, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in the Champions League on Tuesday:
MANCHESTER UNITED vs. ATLETICO MADRID (1-1)
United's bid to reach the quarterfinals for just the second time since 2014 has been boosted by Bruno Fernandes' return to the squad after testing negative for the coronavirus.
MATCHDAY: Man United hosts Tottenham; Milan welcomes Empoli
March 11, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Saturday:
ENGLAND
Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to be available when Manchester United hosts Tottenham in a game with European implications for both teams.
Man City doubles down on United’s anguish for derby glory
March 6, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — A double from Kevin De Bruyne. A double from Riyad Mahrez. The double completed by City over United in this season's Manchester derbies.
Just further confirmation of the divergent paths these one-time rivals are on in the Premier League.
German coach quits Russian soccer club in protest at war
March 1, 2022 GMTMOSCOW (AP) — German coach Markus Gisdol quit his job as coach of Russian soccer club Lokomotiv Moscow on Tuesday in protest at Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Lokomotiv said simply that Gisdol was “removed from the post of head coach” after less than four months in charge.
Elanga oozing confidence as breakthrough star at Man United
February 24, 2022 GMTIt was said with such self-confidence — even a hint of swagger — that the words could easily have come from the mouth of Cristiano Ronaldo.
“I told you how calm and cool I am,” said Anthony Elanga, who appears to be the latest young star to come out of Manchester United.
Stormy six-goal thriller: Man United sinks Leeds in EPL
February 20, 2022 GMTLEEDS, England (AP) — Celebrating scoring Manchester United's fourth goal, Anthony Elanga held a finger to his lips. No way were the Leeds fans being silenced, though.
No chance. Not when they'd waited 19 years to see their fiercest rival at Elland Road in the Premier League, initially because of relegation and then pandemic curbs on fans.
Man U’s lean spell continues with 1-1 draw vs. Southampton
February 12, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United’s lean spell continued with a 1-1 draw at home to Southampton in the Premier League on Saturday as Cristiano Ronaldo’s run without a goal extended to six games.
MATCHDAY: Man City wary of Norwich; Madrid at Villarreal
February 11, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Saturday:
ENGLAND
Premier League leader Manchester City goes to relegation-threatened Norwich, which it beat 5-0 in August. But manager Pep Guardiola is wary.
Man United out of the top 4 as Ronaldo’s dry spell continues
February 8, 2022 GMTOut of the FA Cup, now out of the Premier League's top four.
Manchester United is going through a rough spell under Ralf Rangnick — and Cristiano Ronaldo currently isn't in good enough scoring form to get the team out of it.
Man U knocked out of FA Cup by Boro after penalty shootout
February 4, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United made an embarrassing early exit from the FA Cup after losing to second-tier side Middlesbrough in a penalty shootout at Old Trafford on Friday.
The fourth round got off to a stunning start when the English Premier League giant arguably saw its last realistic hope of silverware this season extinguished by Chris Wilder’s Championship outfit.
Lingard told to stay at Man U because of Greenwood absence
February 3, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Mason Greenwood’s suspension at Manchester United played a role in the club’s decision to keep Jesse Lingard until the end of the season, manager Ralf Rangnick said on Thursday.
MATCHDAY: Man U starts FA Cup 4th round; Marseille eyes 2nd
February 3, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Friday:
ENGLAND
The fourth round of the FA Cup begins with Manchester United's home match against second-tier Middlesbrough. United will be without forward Mason Greenwood, who has been suspended by the club.
Anthony Martial seals move from Man United to Sevilla
January 25, 2022 GMTSEVILLE, Spain (AP) — Anthony Martial will play for Sevilla on a loan from Manchester United until the end of the season, the Spanish club said Tuesday.
Late goal earns Man U 1-0 win over West Ham, 4th place in PL
January 22, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Marcus Rashford scored in the third and final minute of stoppage time to earn Manchester United a 1-0 win over West Ham that lifted the team above its opponent into fourth place in the Premier League on Saturday.
Lindelof to miss Man United game after break-in at his home
January 21, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Defender Victor Lindelof will miss Manchester United's Premier League game against West Ham on Saturday in order to support his family following a break-in at their house.
MATCHDAY: Ronaldo eyes return for United; Atlético in action
January 18, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Wednesday:
ENGLAND
Cristiano Ronaldo could return for Manchester United in the Premier League game at Brentford after missing the team's last two games with a hip injury.
Rangnick happy to pick Pogba despite doubts over his future
January 18, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Paul Pogba's possible desire to earn a contract at another club could motivate the France midfielder to produce strong performances for Manchester United until the end of the season, manager Ralf Rangnick said Tuesday.
Without Ronaldo, Man United labors to FA Cup win over Villa
January 10, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Without the injured Cristiano Ronaldo, Manchester United labored to a 1-0 win over Aston Villa in the third round of the FA Cup thanks to Scott McTominay’s early goal on Monday.
MATCHDAY: United looks for reaction against Villa in FA Cup
January 9, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Monday:
ENGLAND
Manchester United will look to bounce back from a demoralizing loss in the Premier League when it hosts Aston Villa in an FA Cup third-round match.
Pogba could be out for at least another month, says Rangnick
January 8, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Paul Pogba’s recovery from a thigh injury has been slower than expected and the France midfielder might not return to training for up to a month, according to Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick.
Man United labors to worrying first loss under Rangnick
January 3, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Ralf Rangnick is beginning to understand just how big a job he has taken on at Manchester United.
His players are already becoming dispirited, too.
Rangnick fell to his first loss as United manager after Joao Moutinho’s 82nd-minute strike earned Wolverhampton a 1-0 win in the English Premier League on Monday, and his team's first victory at Old Trafford since 1980.
MATCHDAY: Man United hosts Wolves; PSG in French Cup action
January 2, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Monday:
ENGLAND
Manchester United hosts Wolverhampton and is still unbeaten in the four Premier League matches since Ralf Rangnick was hired as manager until the end of the season to transform the team's fortunes.
Ronaldo scores in Man United’s 3-1 win over Burnley in EPL
December 30, 2021 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo scored a fourth goal in his last five Premier League games to help Manchester United beat Burnley 3-1 on Thursday for its biggest win under recently hired manager Ralf Rangnick.
MATCHDAY: Man United looks for improvement against Burnley
December 29, 2021 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Thursday:
ENGLAND
Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick might be tempted to make some changes against Burnley in the Premier League after a poor performance by his team in the 1-1 draw at Newcastle on Monday, when he complained about a lack of energy and physicality from his players.
France forward Martial tells Man United he wants to leave
December 27, 2021 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Anthony Martial has told Manchester United he wants to leave, manager Ralf Rangnick said.
The France forward has dropped down the pecking order at Old Trafford, making just two Premier League starts this season and only four in all competitions.
Ronaldo gives Man United 1-0 win at last-placed Norwich
December 11, 2021 GMTNORWICH, England (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo’s 13th goal of the season helped Manchester United close in on the English Premier League’s top four with a hard-fought 1-0 win at last-placed Norwich on Saturday.
MATCHDAY: Liverpool faces Villa; Lewandowski eyes record
December 10, 2021 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Saturday:
ENGLAND
The Premier League's top teams are all in action with the feature attraction being Steven Gerrard's return to Anfield as manager of Aston Villa.
Heavily rotated Man United holds Young Boys 1-1 in CL
December 8, 2021 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — A heavily rotated Manchester United team held Young Boys to a 1-1 draw in their Champions League group closer on Wednesday, ending the Swiss side’s involvement in European competition this season.
Ex-US player Armas to be assistant coach at Man United
December 8, 2021 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Former United States international Chris Armas will be an assistant to manager Ralf Rangnick at Manchester United.
The 49-year-old Armas has recently been coach at two teams in Major League Soccer: New York Red Bulls and Toronto FC.
MATCHDAY: Barcelona faces Champions League elimination
December 8, 2021 GMTA look at what’s happening in the Champions League on Wednesday:
GROUP E
Barcelona enters its match at already qualified Bayern Munich facing the possibility of not advancing to the knockout stage for the first time in 18 seasons, which would be a hard blow for the struggling Catalan club in its first season without Lionel Messi in nearly two decades.
New-manager bounce in full flow at Man United, Spurs, Villa
December 5, 2021 GMTA 90-minute performance of off-the-ball intensity by Cristiano Ronaldo. A rare clean sheet. And something even more unlikely — a goal by Fred, off his weaker right foot.
Ralf Rangnick is already working his magic at Manchester United.
Rangnick opens United tenure with 1-0 win over Palace in EPL
December 5, 2021 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Ralf Rangnick began his tenure as Manchester United manager with a 1-0 win over Crystal Palace in the Premier League thanks to a rare goal from Fred at Old Trafford on Sunday.
Rangnick couldn’t turn down chance to lead Man United
December 3, 2021 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Ralf Rangnick turned down an offer to coach Chelsea on an interim basis last season. He couldn't say no to Manchester United, though.
The 63-year-old German held his first news conference Friday as interim manager after receiving his work permit and watching from the stands as United beat Arsenal 3-2 on Thursday at Old Trafford.
Ronaldo double earns EPL win for United in front of Rangnick
December 2, 2021 GMTSitting high in the stand with a blanket covering his legs on a chilly night at Old Trafford, recently appointed Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick was treated to a rip-roaring introduction to life in the Premier League.
Ronaldo reaches 800 career goals as United beats Arsenal 3-2
December 2, 2021 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo reached 800 career goals with a double that secured Manchester United a 3-2 victory against Arsenal in the Premier League on Thursday, as interim manager Ralf Rangnick saw his new team triumph from the stands.
Carrick leaves Man United after stint as interim manager
December 2, 2021 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Michael Carrick is leaving Manchester United after completing an unbeaten three-match stint as the club's interim manager.
United made the announcement minutes after United's 3-2 win over Arsenal in the Premier League on Thursday, which proved to be Carrick's final game in charge following the firing of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on Nov.
Rangnick granted work permit to start Man United tenure
December 2, 2021 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Ralf Rangnick has been granted a work permit to start his interim tenure as Manchester United manager, the club said Thursday.
The 63-year-old German will be presented as coach on Friday and take charge of the team for the first time in the Premier League game against Crystal Palace on Sunday.
MATCHDAY: Man United still without Rangnick against Arsenal
December 1, 2021 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Thursday:
ENGLAND
With Ralf Rangnick awaiting his work visa following his appointment as Manchester United's interim manager on Monday, Michael Carrick will lead the team into its Premier League game at home to Arsenal.
Carrick to lead United against Arsenal, Rangnick awaits visa
November 30, 2021 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Michael Carrick will lead Manchester United in the Premier League game against Arsenal on Thursday while manager Ralf Rangnick waits to secure a work visa.
Carrick was put in charge of the team on an interim basis following the firing of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on Nov.
Rangnick, German soccer’s ‘Professor,’ hired by Man United
November 29, 2021 GMTAs the pioneer of a high-intensity pressing game adopted widely across Germany, Ralf Rangnick was an inspiration for coaches like Jurgen Klopp and Thomas Tuchel who have gone on to be successful at two of England’s biggest soccer teams.
MATCHDAY: Chelsea hosts slumping Man U, Madrid vs Sevilla
November 27, 2021 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Sunday:
ENGLAND
For what could be his final game in temporary charge of Manchester United, Michael Carrick takes his team to Premier League leader Chelsea in the headline match of the 13th round.
AP Source: Rangnick talks with Man United over manager’s job
November 25, 2021 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United has turned to renowned German coach Ralf Rangnick about rescuing the team's season by taking temporary charge.
No final agreement has been reached but discussions with United are ongoing about the former Leipzig coach leaving his role as head of sports and development at Lokomotiv Moscow, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Thursday.