Shumail Sajid writes about Manchester United for Read Man Utd and Crystal Palace for Read Crystal Palace, with occasional pieces on other Premier League clubs. He has also written for FanSided's Red Devils Dispatch, Yardbarker, Anfield Central and The Sports Side.
Manchester United suffered a disappointing 0-1 defeat to Manchester City at Old Trafford, with the result made even more frustrating by the fact that their rivals played more than 75 minutes with 10 men. Phil Foden was shown a straight red card in the 23rd minute, giving Manchester United a huge advantage for the remainder […]
Lisandro Martinez has hit out at the decision to allow Erling Haaland’s winner to stand in Manchester United’s derby defeat, calling it an “injustice” after the goal was initially ruled out for offside. The incident became the biggest talking point at Old Trafford when Haaland tapped in from close range at the back post just […]
Jaap Stam believes Manchester United need to become much more disciplined defensively if they are going to challenge for major honours, and he sees Matthijs de Ligt as someone who could help fix the problem. Manchester United have conceded too many goals during the early part of the season, with Stam questioning whether the issue […]
Gary Neville is a big fan of Matheus Cunha, and the former Manchester United defender has explained exactly what he likes about the Brazilian. Matheus Cunha will be one of the players United look to in today’s Manchester derby at Old Trafford. The forward arrived from Wolves in 2025 for £62.5 million and has quickly […]
Manchester United are delighted with the way Kobbie Mainoo’s situation has changed under Michael Carrick, according to Fabrizio Romano. Not long ago, Kobbie Mainoo looked close to leaving Old Trafford. During Ruben Amorim’s time in charge, the midfielder was not considered a key part of the team and came close to joining Napoli on loan […]
Owen Hargreaves believes Manchester United have a future superstar on their hands in Kobbie Mainoo, with the former midfielder struggling to understand why the academy graduate is not always selected. Kobbie Mainoo has continued to impress since breaking into the Manchester United first team, and Hargreaves believes his consistency is one of his biggest strengths. […]
Gary Neville believes Kobbie Mainoo is an excellent player but has raised questions over whether Manchester United have found the right midfield partner for him. Kobbie Mainoo has impressed in the early stages of the season, but Gary Neville feels the 21-year-old looked more effective alongside Casemiro last campaign. The former Manchester United defender believes […]
Manchester United head into the Manchester derby with plenty of attention surrounding Michael Carrick’s side, and today’s headlines have added even more to the build-up. Paul Merson has doubled down on his concerns about Manchester United, Luke Shaw is facing a late fitness test, while Diogo Dalot has outlined the ambitions he has for the […]
Lisandro Martinez believes Leny Yoro can become the future of Manchester United after the young defender produced an impressive performance in Thursday’s 4-0 Champions League win over Sabah. Leny Yoro finally got his chance to start at centre-back, lining up alongside Lisandro Martinez as Michael Carrick made changes to his defence. The 20-year-old took his […]
Ruben Amorim has taken another shot at some of the former Manchester United players who criticised him during his difficult spell at Old Trafford. Ruben Amorim was asked about the reaction to AC Milan’s recent 1-1 draw with Juventus and joked that criticism is hardly new territory for him after what he experienced in Manchester. […]
Diogo Dalot has made it clear that he has no interest in simply being part of Manchester United’s rebuild. The Portugal international wants to be one of the players who helps take the club back to the level he remembers watching as a youngster. Diogo Dalot has been at Manchester United through some difficult years, […]
Manchester United have been handed a late fitness concern ahead of their first Manchester derby of the season, with Luke Shaw facing a race to be ready for Sunday’s meeting with Manchester City. The left-back missed United’s Champions League victory over Sabah in midweek after the club decided against taking a risk with him. Luke […]
