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Rio’s lack of pre-season action won’t hinder his start to the season.

Watch the highlights now as United end Africa trip with a win over Portsmouth.

Chris Eagles and Carlos Tevez see off Portsmouth in a pleasing win in Nigeria.

Sir Alex pleased to see his side pick up another piece of silverware.

Sir Alex says the youngsters on the first team fringes “have good potential.”

Wayne expected to be fit for Portsmouth friendly despite dead leg.

Tom Cleverley reflects on a day to remember as he scores on his debut.

The United boss was pleased to see his side pick up another piece of silverware.

See highlights from South Africa as United win the Vodacom Challenge.

United win the Vodacom Challenge after a comfortable victory in Pretoria.

Striker Wayne Rooney is adamant United are the best team in the world.

Tevez will become a permanent fixture at OT before the end of the year.

Hargreaves reckons 2008/09 could be a huge season for his team-mate.

Striker Wayne Rooney is adamant United are the best team in the world.

Striker Wayne Rooney is adamant United are the best team in the world.

Sir Alex hopes to appoint a new goalkeeping coach in early August.

Reds’ boss will freshen things up for the Vodacom final on Saturday.

United boss says the media have twisted recent comments about Chelsea.

Ben Foster says he won’t be allowed to take a penalty in Saturday’s final.

When Sir Alex retires, he will be asked to help choose his replacement.

Sir Alex says Ferdinand has developed into the best defender in Europe.

Kaizer Chiefs beat Orlando Pirates to progress to Vodacom Challenge final.

Three of United’s promising youngsters have flown out to South Africa.

Febian Brandy hopes to repeat the loan success of Fraizer Campbell.

Febian Brandy hopes to repeat the loan success of Fraizer Campbell.

Hargreaves says August’s trophy celebration is better late than never. (Text & Video)

Paul Scholes believes United’s youngsters will go from strength to strength.

Michael Carrick says the squad are determined for more success this season.

The United boss says he’s delighted with the options at his disposal.

The boss was impressed with Ben Foster’s performance on Tuesday.

Sir Alex runs the rule over a number of United’s promising youngsters.

Grieiving Wes Brown played the full 90 minutes against Orlando Pirates.

Grieiving Wes Brown played the full 90 minutes against Orlando Pirates.

Grieiving Wes Brown played the full 90 minutes against Orlando Pirates.

Sir Alex was pleased with the football his youthful side played in Durban.

Martin strikes to give United a second win of the pre-season in South Africa.

Watch all the highlights from the Reds’ win over Orlando Pirates on Tuesday.

United’s matchwinner admits Orlando Pirates tested the Reds’ fitness.

Sir Alex was pleased with the football his youthful side played in Durban.

Despite a family tragedy, Wes Brown will line up against Orlando Pirates.

Watch the Reds’ second match in South Africa live on MUTV and MUTV Online.

Michael Carrick shares his views on missing out on recent England squads.

Sir Alex is looking forward to Tuesday’s clash with Orlando Pirates.

Rio Ferdinand will get his first run-out of the summer against Orlando Pirates.

Sir Alex reiterates his view that Cristiano Ronaldo is at the right club.

Ji-sung Park is keen to enjoy a long run in the first team next season.

Sir Alex praises Gary Neville after United’s 1-1 draw with Kaizer Chiefs.

Ryan Giggs is determined to help United to victory on Tuesday evening.

Boss praises Gary Neville after United’s 1-1 draw with Kaizer Chiefs.

Goalkeeper Tomasz Kuszczak eyes more minutes on the pitch this season.