Author: Shaun Connolly

  • Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United earn three points in the Brighton sun

    Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United earn three points in the Brighton sun

    The final Premier League outing of 2023/24 for Manchester United Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United made the trip to Brighton for Roberto De Zerbi’s final fixture as manager of The Seagulls. The Dutchman named an XI that included fan-favourite Lisandro Martinez for his first start since collecting a knee injury against West Ham in…

  • The rise of Rasmus Hojlund at Old Trafford

    The rise of Rasmus Hojlund at Old Trafford

    Understanding the ability of Manchester United’s Rasmus Hojlund  Following his unveiling at Old Trafford ahead of the penultimate pre-season meeting with Lens for an initial fee of £64 Million, Rasmus Hojlund was welcomed by comparisons against Ballon d’Or contending Erling Haaland. The English media – never one to shy from a Manchester United opportunity, saw fit…

  • Theatre of Red official podcast | Episode Two | Zach Lowy

    Theatre of Red official podcast | Episode Two | Zach Lowy

    The Theatre of Red Podcast The Theatre of Red official podcast is a Manchester United supporter-based platform delivering exclusive content. Shaun Connolly delivers a weekly segment touching on fixtures, results, players and managers, coaches and ownership, and more. In episode two, Shaun speaks with world-renowned European football expert Zach Lowy about the past, present…

  • Manchester United on the road to Brighton for final Premier League fixture

    Manchester United on the road to Brighton for final Premier League fixture

    Manchester United aim for European placing against Brighton Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United face a trip to the Amex to face Brighton in the final fixture of the 2023/24 Premier League calendar. Two positions and nine points separate the sides, with United holding the high ground in eighth position ahead of Sunday’s 16:00 BST…

  • Manchester United receive defensive boost ahead of Brighton fixture

    Manchester United receive defensive boost ahead of Brighton fixture

    Defensive duo returns to Manchester United fist-team training session Erik ten Hag received a welcome defensive boost with the inclusion of Victor Lindelof and the departing Raphael Varane in Friday’s session at Carrington.  Pictured alongside their Manchester United teammates on the club’s official website, the defensive duo appeared in good spirits while going through the motions.  Varane has not…

  • The Manchester United class of 24 | An Under-18 golden group

    The Manchester United class of 24 | An Under-18 golden group

    Manchester United’s all-conquering treble-winning Under-18 side While there have been plenty of challenging moments for Manchester United this season, there is an undeniable sense of positivity in the Under-18 crop, with supporters investing themselves in their remarkable success this campaign. For the treble-winning group of 2024, it was a story of continuous achievements –…

  • Youthful outlook in a much-needed Manchester United victory

    Youthful outlook in a much-needed Manchester United victory

    Manchester United aim for a late European surge after Newcastle victory Manchester United supporters woke this morning knowing that an improved performance from Erik ten Hag’s men has left some positivity in the bank for a final-day outing in the Brighton sun. Three goals and three points against a tough Newcastle side set the…

  • Manchester United welcome European-chasing Newcastle to Old Trafford

    Manchester United welcome European-chasing Newcastle to Old Trafford

    Erik ten Hag to welcome big names back for Manchester meeting with Newcastle Manchester United welcome Newcastle to Old Trafford for Wednesday evening’s 8:00 PM BST penultimate Premier League fixture.  With the visitors currently occupying sixth position – three points above eighth-place United, the result could supply significant ramifications towards European qualification. Eddie Howe’s…

  • Raphael Varane to leave Manchester United

    Raphael Varane to leave Manchester United

    Legendary French defender Raphael Varane will leave Manchester United at the end of the season Manchester United have today confirmed that Raphael Varane will depart the club when his contract expires at the end of the season. The 31-year-old defender has cultivated a career that has seen him regarded as one of the finest…

  • Manchester United set to make offer for Sunderland teen sensation

    Manchester United set to make offer for Sunderland teen sensation

    Sunderland teenager Chris Rigg is a summer transfer target for Manchester United Manchester United are plotting a summer move for 16-year-old Sunderland player Chris Rigg – with a host of major clubs also interested in the teen sensation. As reported by The Northern Echo earlier today, the versatile player has been heavily monitored by multiple clubs…