Manchester City defender Matija Nastasic sustained an ankle injury on a rain sodden pitch in Hong Kong as City lifted the Asia Trophy after beating Sunderland 1-0. Heavy rain for several days had already made the Hong Kong Stadium surface heavy, prompting criticism from beaten finalists Sunderland’s boss Paolo Di Canio who bemoaned the “killer […]
David Moyes
United target Fabregas as Rooney left ‘angered and confused’
Recent reports suggest that Wayne Rooney was left ‘angered and confused’ after Manchester United manager David Moyes appeared to hint that the England striker would have to accept a squad role behind Robin Van Persie. Moyes had claimed to journalists during United’s pre-season tour in Bangkok that Rooney, who had to fly home after arriving […]
New role for Giggs
David Moyes has appointed Ryan Giggs as player/coach at Manchester United with immediate effect. Giggs, 39, Britain’s most decorated footballer, has been taking his coaching badges and is due to attain the UEFA Pro Licence next summer. He signed a one year extension to his playing contract in March and will combine his new duties […]
Steve Round appointed Manchester United assistant manager
Steve Round is one of three Everton backroom staff who have been given a job by new Manchester United manager David Moyes. Round has been appointed assistant manager following the summer departure of several United staff including Mike Phelan, Eric Steele and Rene Meulensteen after Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement. Chris Woods has joined as goalkeeping coach […]
United confirm coaching changes
Manchester United today confirmed the departure of assistant manager Mike Phelan and coach Eric Steele. David Moyes, who takes over as United boss on July 1, paid tribute to the pair and said: “I would like to put on record the club’s thanks for everything Mike and Eric have done. I will be looking to […]