Manchester United news and links

Wayne Rooney hails Cristiano Ronaldo after the winger’s 23rd goal of the season.

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

There will be no applause at Old Trafford to mark the 50th anniversary of the Munich air disaster after Manchester United took the decision to go ahead with the proposed minute’s silence.

Man City’s fans ask Man Utd for applause rather than silence to mark the Munich air disaster at next month’s derby.

By damaging David Gill’s property, the fans with spray-cans actually harmed the anti-Glazer cause, says Henry Winter.

Sami Al-Jaber’s testimonial ended with an Al Hilal win in Saudi Arabia.

See all the action from Saudi Arabia this afternoon live on your PC or on MUTV.

Sir Alex hopes the squad will return from Saudi Arabia feeling refreshed.

Cristiano says team honours are more important than personal accolades.

Sir Alex Ferguson denies aiming an abusive gesture at Reading fans during Manchester United’s 2-0 victory.

Sir Alex Ferguson admitted that the three points gained against Reading had been important in United’s aim to retain the Premier League title.

United explain decision process for OT’s East Stand Munich tribute.

Febian Brandy has joined League One side Swansea City on loan.

Ryan Shawcross has turned his loan move to Stoke City into a permanent deal.

FootyMad attempt to assist you with their form guide as Reading take on Manchester United in a Premier League match on Saturday, 19th January 2008 at 15:00.

Owen Hargreaves and Wes Brown are likely to return to the United squad for the game at Reading this weekend.

Confirmation of the starting eleven and substitutes named for this afternoon’s fixture away to Reading.

Paul Scholes could be back in contention for a first team place in next weekend’s FA Cup tie against Tottenham.

Some match photos from United’s game against Reading can now be viewed at the gallery.

Late goals from Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo saw Manchester United maintain their lead at the top of the Premier League, but they were pushed all the way by a spirited Reading side who look anything but relegation material.

Ferdinand always had faith that United could break Reading’s resistance.

Wayne Rooney was relieved after his most difficult game of the season.

Emmanuel Adebayor’s double helps Arsenal to an easy win at Fulham.

Sir Alex says Reading made United work for the win at the Madejski Stadium

Pick your Man of the Match from United’s 2-0 win against Reading.

See the best of the action from the Madejski on MUTV Online and MUTV.

Reds to rectify text omission in Busby Babes tribute at Old Trafford.

Carlos Queiroz has faith in Louis Saha to be a great asset to United.

Police have opened an investigation into an attack on the house of Manchester United chief executive David Gill.

Man Utd fans have attacked David Gill’s house in protest over his backing for owner Malcolm Glazer

The United midfielder will make his first appearance since October in the FA Cup tie with Tottenham on January 27

Carlos Queiroz warns that concentration is vital against Steve Coppell’s side.

Betfred will refund losing bets if Carlos Tevez scores the last goal.

Paul Scholes may return next week, while Owen Hargreaves is fit to face Reading.

Follow United’s clash at Reading via our online commentary.

Ryan Shawcross has completed a permanent transfer to Stoke City.

Ryan Giggs says it’s not just the forwards making United tick this season.

Serbian centre-back says Ronny is reaping rewards from hard work in training.

Carlisle delivered one of the biggest shocks in FA Youth Cup history this week when they beat Manchester United in the fourth round.

Transfer round-up: Man Utd defender agrees £1m move, while Antonio Valencia joins Wigan

Team news ahead of Saturday’s Premier League match.

The France striker admits he has been below his best this season but has thanked his manager for retaining faith in him

Get all the pre-match info ahead of the trip to Reading.

Steve Coppell is praying Ronny doesn’t take his shooting boots to the Madejski.

Teenage United striker Febian Brandy is set to join Swansea on loan.

Louis Saha is determined to help fire United to glory this season.

Real Madrid have said they will not give up their pursuit of Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo.

Manchester United’s reputation for attracting more supporters from London than the North of England is unlikely to be helped by news that the club have now opened an office in the capital, writes David Bond.

Lawrence Donegan: It speaks volumes about English football fans that the FA, rightly, doesn’t trust them to respect a minute’s silence

Manchester United are preparing to announce the signing of Fabio and Rafael Silva, Brazil’s answer to the Neville brothers