Author: Shaun Connolly

  • Manchester United 2-1 Leicester City | Five Talking Points

    Manchester United 2-1 Leicester City | Five Talking Points

    Progression to the fifth round of the FA Cup was the reward for Manchester United following an arduous 2-1 victory against Leicester City on Friday evening. A disenchanting first half returned a chorus of boos inside Old Trafford before Alejandro Garnacho offered an injection of attacking intent that aided in transforming his side’s fortunes.…

  • Harry Maguire heads Manchester United to FA Cup victory over Leicester

    Harry Maguire heads Manchester United to FA Cup victory over Leicester

    Old Trafford celebrated another injury-time winner, as Manchester United came from behind to beat Leicester City by two goals to one in the FA Cup. In a forgettable encounter, devoid of the attacking flair witnessed in the side’s previous two meetings, Harry Maguire profited from lacklustre defending to seal the tie in front of…

  • Manchester United await FA Cup encounter with Leicester

    Manchester United await FA Cup encounter with Leicester

    Old Trafford welcomes the return of FA Cup football on Friday evening, as Manchester United host Ruud van Nistelrooy’s Leicester City under lights. In what has become a familiar scenario in an arduous campaign, Ruben Amorim will ask his side for a reaction following a disappointing defeat to Crystal Palace. Whatever about Premier League…

  • Theatre of Red official podcast | Episode 37 | Dylan McBennett

    Theatre of Red official podcast | Episode 37 | Dylan McBennett

    The Theatre of Red Podcast The Theatre of Red official podcast is a Manchester United supporter-based platform providing exclusive content. Shaun Connolly delivers a weekly segment touching on fixtures, results, players and managers, coaches and ownership, and more. In episode 37, Shaun speaks with Dylan McBennett from Attacking Football about the frailties within Manchester United.…

  • Tyrell Malacia completes loan move to PSV Eindhoven

    Tyrell Malacia completes loan move to PSV Eindhoven

    Following the departures of Marcus Rashford and Antony, Tyrell Malacia has returned to the Eredivisie on a season-long loan with former rivals PSV Eindhoven. Peter Bosz’s side will cover 100% of the salary within a package including a buy option for €10 million. United will retain a significant sell-on clause above 25%. The 25-year-old has struggled…

  • Loyalty, leadership and legacy | Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Manchester United

    Loyalty, leadership and legacy | Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Manchester United

    In the aftermath of the January transfer window closing, an outpouring of grief from subsections of Manchester United supporters has led to widespread condemnation towards the leadership of Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his Ineos team. For many, failing to recruit a recognised forward following the departure of Marcus Rashford, Antony, and Jadon Sancho has…

  • Marcus Rashford departs Manchester for Aston Villa

    Marcus Rashford departs Manchester for Aston Villa

    Following months of uncertainty and speculation about his future at Manchester United, Marcus Rashford has joined Aston Villa on loan for the remainder of the season. The 27-year-old departs his boyhood club to embark on a new journey with Unai Emery, ending a period of inactivity in the North West. Villa will pay a…

  • Manchester United continue to suffer against Crystal Palace

    Manchester United continue to suffer against Crystal Palace

    Manchester United fell to a 2-0 defeat against Crystal Palace at Old Trafford following another abject attacking showing in the Premier League. A brace from Jean-Philippe Mateta and a worrying injury to Lisandro Martinez sealed a fourth-consecutive league fixture without a goal against the Londoners as United fell to 13th. On a day where…

  • Manchester United complete the signing of Patrick Dorgu

    Manchester United complete the signing of Patrick Dorgu

    Patrick Dorgu has completed his move to Manchester United, becoming Ruben Amorim’s second signing in the North West. The 20-year-old Copenhagen-born full-back attracted the attention of officials several months ago and received immediate approval from the former Sporting chief. With 57 senior Lecce appearances under his belt, Dorgu offers a unique option unmatched within…

  • Amorim aims to break Crystal Palace curse for Manchester United

    Amorim aims to break Crystal Palace curse for Manchester United

    Manchester United will be looking to score their first Premier League goal in four games against Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon. Following three consecutive victories in all competitions, supporters are beginning to see green shoots coming from Ruben Amorim’s tactical innovation. Furthermore, back-to-back clean sheets are a welcome sight for the troubled Manchester faithful.…