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Manchester United confirmed Lisandro Martinez's injury.

Manchester United has suffered a huge injury blow with the announcement that Lisandro Martinez sustained a cruciate ligament damage in Sunday's defeat to Crystal Palace. The defender will miss the remainder of the season as United awaits word on whether he will be out for the rest of 2025 while undergoing rehabilitation. Manager Ruben Amorim had stated on Sunday that he was concerned about a major knee injury, calling it a "serious situation," and United's worst fears have come true. The club issued the following press release: "Everyone at Manchester United wishes Lisandro Martinez strength for a successful recovery and we will be supporting him every step of the way." Martinez's third major injury at Old Trafford, following previous foot and knee ailments, might ensure the World Cup champion misses much of next season. Martinez had become an important element of Amorim's team, starting 14 of their past 15 games on the left side of his back thr...

The Premier League revealed four incorrect VAR interventions this season and claims accuracy has improved.

According to the Premier League, its Video Assistant Referee system (VAR) has made 13 errors this season, including four "incorrect interventions". Refereeing has been under the limelight this season, with growing concern over the quality of officiating at the highest levels of the English game. A series of contentious decisions have fueled calls for VAR to be scaled back or even eliminated, while the drama surrounding referee David Coote, who was fired when a video surfaced showing him calling former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp a "German c***," has only fueled criticism of officials. However, a review of all decisions by the Premier League's key match incidents (KMI) panel found that VAR had made only 13 mistakes over 230 games as of the end of January, down from 20 errors at the same period last season. The 13 VAR errors are comprised of four improper interventions and nine missed interventions, in which the video assistant should have intervened but did ...

Premier League champions have experienced the most severe defeats.

Manchester City's difficult championship defence continued on Sunday, when the champions were defeated at Arsenal. Pep Guardiola's side suffered a 5-1 defeat at the Emirates, emphasizing their downfall. The champs have suffered a dramatic drop in form this season, conceding four or more goals in four different games across all competitions. This is the most Guardiola has achieved in a single season as a manager. However, City's 5-1 defeat to Arsenal did not make the list of the biggest defeats suffered by defending Premier League champions. The most severe defeats suffered by Premier League champions. Coventry 5-0 Blackburn Rovers (1995/96) In 1995/96, struggling Coventry City upset Blackburn Rovers with a five-star performance at High field Road. Ron Atkinson's side were at the bottom of the table going into the game, but they scored five goals without reply to defeat the champions. David Busst opened the goal for the Sky Blues five minutes before halftime, giving Cov...

Three forwards top Barcelona's Wishlist for the next summer transfer window.

Marcus Rashford has been connected with Barcelona for some time, but as the winter transfer season comes to a close, it appears increasingly improbable that the Manchester United attacker will join the club. According to Mundo Deportivo, while Rashford remains a summer transfer option, Barcelona is not prioritizing his signing. Instead, they're interested in Liverpool's Luis Diaz, AC Milan's Rafael Leao, and Newcastle's Alexander Isak. The Rashford option is slipping away. With barely a few days left in the transfer window, Rashford's arrival at Barcelona this winter appears extremely improbable. Despite the player’s desire to play for Barcelona under manager Hansi Flick, it looks that his move will not happen in this window. Sources within the club say that a loan agreement for the 27-year-old forward is not a realistic option right now. One of the factors complicating the move is Barcelona's inability to clear the necessary salary space. The club had hoped...

Marcus Rashford is close to joining Aston Villa on loan.

Aston Villa are close to agreeing on a loan deal for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, according to the PA news agency. The 27-year-old has been frozen out of Old Trafford by new manager Ruben Amorim and is looking for a new club during the transfer window. Villa appear to be preparing to offer him a way out, with the Midlands club reportedly closing in on an initial loan deal until the end of the season with the option to buy. Following the departures of Jhon Duran and Emiliano Buendia, Villa are looking for attacking reinforcements before the transfer deadline on Monday. Unai Emery, the Villa manager, personally targeted Rashford. The England forward has been sidelined by Amorim, who took over in November after Erik ten Hag's departure. Rashford has not appeared for the club since a 2-1 Europa League win over Viktoria Plzen on December 12. Amorim has told Rashford that he "has to change" if he wants a future at Old Trafford. Villa are also interested in...

Five high-profile Premier League players may yet change teams this month.

The January transfer market is expected to heat up in the following days, as clubs hurry to recruit players before the deadline. There is anticipated to be a lot of activity before the window closes, and a number of Premier League players could yet swap teams. We looked at five famous names who are now at the center of speculations. Five high-profile Premier League players who may still change teams this month Alejandro Garnacho. Manchester United may contemplate making large offers for Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo, according to reports earlier this month. The revelation stunned the club's faithful, who saw the two players as potential stars. However, Garnacho's possible departure should come as no surprise. He was dropped for the Manchester Derby last month and has struggled to establish himself as a regular in Ruben Amorim's squad. The 20-year-old is clearly talented, but questions about his suitability for the new manager's techniques suggest a sale could occ...

Paul Pogba hinted at his next playing destination.

Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba, who was banned from the game for 18 months after failing a drugs test, has given a big hint as to where he sees himself playing next. Dwight Yorke has told the Red Devils to re-sign Pogba because he believes the Frenchman, despite being nearly 32 years old, is better than the club's other midfielders. Given Ruben Amorim's reputation for hard work and dedication, it's unlikely that the Portuguese would consider such an offer. Paul Pogba is still looking for a new playing destination. Pogba in his prime may have been a different story, but he is not a player who appears to drift in and out of games, only showing up for short periods of time. Newcastle United are also said to be interested in Pogba, but they, too, have a particular work ethic under Eddie Howe. In any case, neither club is likely to appeal to the French World Cup champion. Tell me: "Tu veux un club qui joue la ligue des champions ?" POG...

Barcelona considering a loan move for this Man United Maestro.

According to Spanish news outlet SPORT, FC Barcelona remains interested in Manchester United's out-of-favor Marcus Rashford. They've even reached an agreement to loan him out for the second half of the season. However, the Catalan club must first clear its payroll before bringing him on board. Barcelona is ready with a loan deal for the Manchester United outcast. Marcus Rashford Rashford has been frozen out of the first team for more than a month after falling down the pecking order under new manager Ruben Amorim. As a result, he is desperate to leave the club and join another where he will be given regular playing time. He has appeared in 15 Premier League matches this season, totaling 983 minutes. Marcus Rashford averages 0.37 goals per 90 minutes on the pitch. Marcus Rashford averages 0.37 goals per 90 minutes. Furthermore, he has a total G/A ratio of 5 this season. His goal involvement equals 0.46 per 90 minutes. The Manchester United outcast has a non-penalty xG per 90...

Manchester United has approved a €91 million exit deal, which will be completed after medicals.

Real Betis appear to be at a low point in 2025, but Manuel Pellegrini will hope to rekindle their engine. Manchester United has signed a loan agreement with Los Verdiblancos to send Brazilian winger Antony to La Liga. Relevo reported on Monday morning that the two clubs had agreed on a loan with an option to buy for Antony, with Ruben Amorim's approval the only thing missing from the deal. The Portuguese appear to have signed off, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that only signatures and a medical are still needed to complete the move. Betis will pay a portion of Antony's salary until the end of the season, with Pellegrini hoping for an improvement in quality on the right wing. The €91 million former Ajax winger is thrilled with the prospect of moving to Betis and has accepted their offer over others, including one from Villarreal. Amorim was reportedly only willing to do the deal if reinforcements were brought in, so it's not surprising that Romano immediately provided an ...

Manchester United is in talks for a new left-back signing.

Manchester United have opened talks with Lecce about signing left-back Patrick Dorgu. Ruben Amorim has made signing a left-back to fit his system his top priority for the January transfer window, despite limited funds. Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia have been plagued by fitness issues for the past 18 months, leaving United without a clear option. This season, they have combined to play only 160 minutes in the Premier League. According to The Athletic, United have begun negotiations to sign Dorgu. The 20-year-old is regarded as one of Serie A's most promising young players. Dorgu has made 20 league appearances for the Italian club this season, scoring three goals and assisting once. He has demonstrated versatility by playing minutes at both full-back and further forward on either flank. Lecce's 6ft 2in defender has impressed at both ends of the pitch, finishing in the top five percent of full-backs in Europe in terms of goals, non-penalty xG, and aerial duels won per 90 minute...

Napoli has begun negotiations to sign Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho.

Napoli are pursuing a transfer for Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho as they look to reconfigure their assault following Kvicha Kvaratskhelia's move to Paris Saint-Germain. Because of the club's extremely limited circumstances with PSR, the Old Trafford hierarchy is open to all offers this January, including those for local products. Ruben Amorim wants to begin overhauling the squad, but he can't do so without sales. Napoli has already begun negotiations on a prospective transfer, and Garnacho is said to be receptive to a move to the Italian club. The player's pace suits manager Antonio Conte's vision for how the team should play. On the other hand, Garnacho's role in Amorim's system is unclear, as the 20-year-old has only been utilized intermittently by the new United manager. The Portuguese have a different perspective on how a wide forward should play. Garnacho was also notoriously dropped, along with Marcus Rashford, from United's 2-1 vic...

Manuel Ugarte might face a three-match ban for aggressive behavior against Arsenal.

Manchester United advanced to the fourth round of the FA Cup after a superb defensive performance eliminated Arsenal from the game at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. Amorim's team took the lead thanks to a superb Bruno Fernandes shot, but Gabriel's deflected attempt equalized for the hosts. The game came alive with an incident-packed second period that included a Diogo Dalot red card and a Martin Odegaard penalty miss, as well as two goals after a boring first period. After referee Andrew Madley pointed to the spot in highly disputed circumstances, United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir superbly saved Odegaard's penalty. Madley fell for Kai Havertz's trick of manipulating contact with Harry Maguire in the United penalty area, resulting in a massive brawl between the two sets of players. With no VAR to overturn the evident error, United players became outraged and began targeting Havertz for his brazen dive. Manuel Ugarte was one of the first to confront the German, and p...

Five of the best cup matches between Arsenal and Manchester United.

Arsenal face Manchester United in the FA Cup third round today, in a match rich in history and animosity. The two most successful teams in the competition's history will face off at the Emirates in an early round clash between two of English football's titans. Ahead of their clash in North London, we've looked back at some memorable cup matches between the two sides. Manchester United defeated Arsenal 2-3 in the 1979 FA Cup final. "The Five-Minute Final" refers to Arsenal's victory over Manchester United in the 1979 final. The Gunners led by two goals at halftime thanks to Brian Talbot and Frank Stapleton, but Manchester United rallied to draw with barely minutes remaining. With only four minutes remaining, Gordon McQueen scored from a set piece before Sammy McIlroy's solo effort tied the game moments later. Manchester United appeared to have momentum, but there was one final twist in the tale. Liam Brady's cross beat Gary Bailey in goal, and Ala...

The FA Cup ticket dispute may result in empty seats for Arsenal's match against Manchester United.

Due to a dispute over United's ticket allocation, the FA Cup meeting could have 1,000 empty seats. Arsenal and Manchester United's disagreement over ticket distribution for Sunday's FA Cup match at Emirates Stadium may result in 1,000 seats being empty. Under FA Cup rules, United is entitled to an allocation of up to 15%, or 9,000 tickets, for their away fans. The club has got 7,956 tickets for the third round tie, including 78 wheelchair pairs, for a total allocation of more over 13%. United did not receive their entire 9,000 allocation due to safety concerns, with some of the seats in question located in the Emirates Stadium's upper tier. Persistent standing is not permitted in the upper tier of Emirates Stadium for safety reasons, thus away fans cannot be accommodated there. Because of Emirates Stadium's infrastructure, 9,000 away supporters are unable to sit in the lower tier, leaving the remaining 1,000 seats unfilled. The Safety Advisory Group, which inclu...

Borussia Dortmund is 'considering a bid' for Marcus Rashford.

Borussia Dortmund is investigating a transfer for Marcus Rashford. According to the Athletic's David Ornstein, the Bundesliga club has joined the hunt for Manchester United's out-of-favour attacker in the summer. Rashford has become a peripheral character at Old Trafford with the arrival of Rúben Amorim, being dropped from four consecutive matchday lineups. He returned for a home loss to Newcastle but missed last weekend's draw at Liverpool due to illness, and his long-term chances remain bleak. Rashford has also been linked with Serie A giants Milan and Juventus, as well as many undisclosed Premier League suitors.

Mo Salah equals Premier League greats with another goal against Manchester United.

Mo Salah, the Egyptian star forward, is definitely one of the greatest Premier League players of all time, and each spectacular goal on his resume only adds to his legacy. After a Lisandro Martínez opener was canceled out by Cody Gakpo, Salah scored his 18th league goal from the penalty spot, temporarily giving the Reds a 2-1 lead on Merseyside, until Amad equalized again. Mo Salah currently has the same number of Premier League goals as Thierry Henry (175). With that goal, Salah not only surpassed Luis Suárez's 30-goal involvement in their first 19 league games (18 goals and 13 assists), but he also joined league royalty. Salah may now share a royal room with Arsenal star Thierry Henry, having scored 175 league goals in his career, a long cry from his forgotten terrible stint with Chelsea. Is he the greatest player Liverpool supporters have seen in the modern era?

🚨 Manchester United fight back in epic draw against Liverpool at Anfield.

Liverpool and Manchester United tied 2-2 at Anfield, in a game worthy of English football's most intense rivalry. The game began rather evenly, with United aiming to keep things tight and the crowd quiet. Liverpool had the first two chances, with Luis Díaz missing a pinball in the box and Cody Gakpo shooting wide of the post immediately after. Alexis MacAllister had their next opportunity as they picked things up, latching onto a superb Mohamed Salah ball and volleying straight at André Onana, who did brilliantly. United should have taken the lead in the 20th minute through Amad, who squandered a golden opportunity with the goal gaping. Bruno Fernandes played through Liverpool's high line, Diogo Dalot delivered the ball, and the Ivorian miscalculated his header six yards out. Rasmus Højlund squandered United's greatest chance by hitting straight at Alisson right before the break, despite timing his run and getting behind the home defense. United were happy at the end of...

Why Ruben Amorim has dropped Marcus Rashford.

Marcus Rashford has not played for Manchester United since a 2-1 win over Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League owing to a disagreement with manager Ruben Amorim. He was left out of the matchday squad for four games in a row before returning for the match against Newcastle United. However, he could only watch from the sidelines as United suffered their third consecutive league home defeat. He could miss tomorrow's game against Liverpool due to illness, but he could return for the FA Cup match against Arsenal. There have been rumors about Amorim's decision to freeze off Rashford, but the reality has finally been revealed. According to The Athletic, a chat with Amorim at the beginning of December resulted in Rashford missing five consecutive games. Amorim learned that Rashford had been out in Manchester two days before Everton's visit, which went against his instructions. The Portuguese manager confronted the striker, asking him to explain his actions. Rashford's expl...

Manchester United made a contract decision for Harry Maguire and provided an update on Amad Diallo.

Manchester United have exercised their option to extend Harry Maguire's contract, keeping the former captain at Old Trafford until 2026. Head coach Ruben Amorim, who stated Amad Diallo is also close to signing an extension, said he was glad to lock Maguire down for another year but urged the centre defender to be more of a leader. Maguire joined United for £80 million in 2019, a world record fee for a defender, but was stripped of his captaincy by previous manager Erik ten Hag in 2023. However, he battled his way back into the lineup last season, and with Amorim preferring to play a back three, he has started all three of their recent games. Maguire signed an initial six-year contract with United, with the club having the option to extend it for an additional season, and Amorim stated: "Harry Maguire, we are going to activate our option. I spoke with him this morning and told him that he needed to enhance his game on the pitch. "We need him a lot, and he needs to grow a...

Juventus could offer Dusan Vlahovic to Manchester United in exchange for Joshua Zirkzee.

Manchester United has struggled for goals this season, failing to score in their previous three Premier League games and scoring fewer than 19th-placed Leicester City. Rasmus Hojlund does not appear to be ready to lead the line, while Marcus Rashford has already announced his intention to quit his boyhood club. And summer signing Joshua Zirkzee appears to be on his way out following Ruben Amorim's cruel substitute call against Newcastle, with Juventus among three Serie A clubs interested in signing him in January. The Portuguese manager wants INEOS to sign Viktor Gyokeres this season, but a deal is dependent on the club's ability to release the Mancunian. Goalscorer needed. However, due to his exorbitant asking price and hefty wages, a loan departure may be the only option available. And, given to the club's relationship with PSR, not much business can be done without player sales. However, according to Sport Witness, which transmitted journalist Enrico Camelio's co...