ENGLAND 3, SCOTLAND 2 Wayne Rooney’s eagerly-awaited return to action provided the focus of attention as England renewed rivalries with Scotland in a feisty ‘friendly’ at Wembley. But it was another Liverpudlian who captured the headlines as Ricky Lambert marked his England debut by scoring the match-winning goal only three minutes following his introduction […]
Young out, Rooney in
Ashley Young has been forced out of the England squad for Wednesday’s friendly against Scotland through an ankle injury. Manchester United team-mate Wayne Rooney, however, will report for international duty despite missing both of the Reds’ matches at the weekend through a shoulder problem. Manager David Moyes added Rooney wasn’t ready for weekend but has […]
Vantastic as Moyes wins first trophy
MANCHESTER UNITED 2, WIGAN ATHLETIC 0. Robin van Persie provided the flashes of inspiration which earned David Moyes his first piece of silverware as manager of Manchester United after only 42 days in charge at Old Trafford. The Dutchman scored both goals as the Reds defeated Wigan Athletic at Wembley in The FA Community […]
Spaniards ruin Rio’s night
MAN UNITED 1, SEVILLA 3 Spanish side Sevilla ruined Rio Ferdinand’s night with victory in his testimonial at Old Trafford. The Reds’ dependable defender was rewarded for his long service – 432 appearances and 14 trophies – but it was not a memorable on the pitch as Sevilla emerged victors. Little significance could be […]
City in party mood
Manchester City Football Club kicked off their pre-season campaign in style with a glitzy party for fans last night.. The star-studded event at Manchester Central was the first of its kind in the Premier League, officially launching the Club’s 2013-14 campaign in front of thousands of fans and the Club’s first team. The evening also […]