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The Manchester United manager is becoming one of those rare public figures who generally says only interesting things

Sir Alex Ferguson has said that all things considered, Paul Scholes and Ryan Giggs are the best players he’s worked with

Barney Ronay: Andy Burnham has previously attacked the Premier League and the FA for their corporate, anti-fan ethos. Will he be as bold now he’s in charge of sport in the UK?

United fan and BetFred chairman Fred Done previews Sunday’s game.

United legend Arthur Albiston ponders the prospects for Danny Welbeck.

Team news ahead of Sunday’s fourth round FA Cup match.

Teenage Grimsby defender Matthew Bird has his trial with Manchester United cut short because of injury.

All the facts ahead of Tottenham’s trip to Old Trafford in the FA Cup.

United legend Arthur Albiston ponders the prospects for striker Danny.

Anderson is called up for Brazil’s friendly against Ireland next month.

The Manchester United manager’s sympathy for Rafael Benitez does not extend to those in charge of the Anfield club

Sir Alex Ferguson hits out at the way Liverpool’s owners spoke to Jurgen Klinsmann behind Rafa Benitez’s back.

Potential Reds signing Manucho scores at the African Cup of Nations.

Sir Alex Ferguson, who once declared that his primary objective at Manchester United was to “knock Liverpool off their f***ing perch”, has thrown his support behind Anfield manager Rafael Benitez.

Sir Alex Ferguson says Liverpool’s owners treatment of Rafael Benítez proves they lack “class”

The Manchester United manager has criticised Liverpool co-owners George Gillett Jr and Tom Hicks for undermining Benitez

The Manchester United manager’s sympathy for his opposite number at Anfield does not extend to those in charge of Benitez’s club

Edwin is fully prepared for free-scoring Spurs’ visit to Old Trafford.

Sports Minister Gerry Sutcliffe urges fans not to ruin a minute’s silence to remember those who died in the Munich air disaster.

Sporting director Predrag Mijatovic says Real Madrid will stop “wasting time” on impossible signings such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Cesc Fabregas.

Chief executive defends the inclusion of AIG’s logo on Munich memorial.

The boss says his squad are better equipped to win the title this season.

Keeper hails Ferdinand and Vidic as Man United’s best defensive partnership since Bruce and Pallister.

Real Madrid sporting director Predrag Mijatovic has ruled out the possibility of Cristiano Ronaldo or Cesc Fabregas playing for the Spanish champions in the near future.

The Guardian: Leading accountant Joe McLean, and Dave Boyle of Supporters Direct present their arguments on the divisive issue

David Conn: Liverpool fans were too late to protest against their profit-driven owners cashing in on the club’s value

United were beaten 3-2 by Al Hilal in a testimonial for Saudi Arabian star Sami Al-Jaber.

Luis de Abreu Anderson has been named in the Brazil squad for their forthcoming friendly against the Republic of Ireland.

Phil Bardsley has joined Premier League strugglers Sunderland.

It’s late into the second half of the lives of many friends and family for whom the anniversary of the Munich air disaster holds such special significance, and they are of a generation who expect a time for reflection, not pandemonium, writes John Inverdale.

Manchester United’s chief executive has rejected calls from concerned Manchester City supporters to abandon a proposed minute’s silence to mark the 50th anniversary of the Munich air disaster prior to the Manchester derby.

It was supposed to be a fitting tribute to honour the 23 men killed in one of football’s worst tragedies. But oversights and arguments threaten to overshadow Manchester United’s plans to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Munich air disaster next month.

David Gill expressed concern after militant Man Utd fans targeted his home and AIG’s offices

Despite a modern move to applause, as fans did for George Best, it is inappropriate in this circumstance, says David Gill

The Manchester United midfielder says last night’s draw with Aston Villa means the Premier League is now a three-horse race

Cristiano Ronaldo was given a reception worthy of a king as Manchester United played a testimonial game in Saudi Arabia

The mother of Manchester United’s Portugal forward says she dislikes English clubs and would like to see him play in Spain

There will be a minute’s silence to mark the 50th anniversary of the Munich air disaster at next month’s Manchester derby

Mackems boss Roy Keane is taking another Red to the Stadium of Light.

The team enjoy a day off between playing and training in Saudi Arabia.

Sunderland sign Manchester United defender Phil Bardsley in a deal that could eventually be worth £2m.

Sunderland have signed defender Phil Bardsley from Manchester United on a three-and-a-half-year contract.

United have announced plans to hold a minute’s silence to mark the 50th anniversary of the Munich air disaster.

The Football Association have confirmed that they will not be taking any action against Sir Alex Ferguson over his supposed gesture towards Reading fans at the weekend.

Sir Alex allows his squad some relaxation time in Saudi Arabia.

Rio Ferdinand says Rooney and Ronaldo must keep firing to bring success to OT.

Midfielder Owen Hargreaves says his injuries are all in the past.

The FA clears Sir Alex of any wrongdoing after ‘gesture’ claims.

Sir Alex Ferguson escapes censure for gesture

Manchester United say they intend to stick with their plans to hold a minute’s silence to mark the 50th anniversary of the Munich air disaster.