Author: Shaun Connolly

  • Theatre of Red official podcast | Episode 35 | UnitedMuppetiers

    Theatre of Red official podcast | Episode 35 | UnitedMuppetiers

    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 35, Shaun speaks with James Roades from UnitedMuppetiers about a tumultuous night against Rangers ahead…

  • Manchester United collect a deserved three European points against Rangers

    Manchester United collect a deserved three European points against Rangers

    On a day when the crippling financial figures at Manchester United were laid bare, the 20-time English champions returned to winning ways with a 2-1 victory against Rangers. Domestic struggles are a weekly ordeal for the Old Trafford faithful. But the Europa League has offered a welcome reprieve as Ruben Amorim joined Sir Matt…

  • Manchester United and Rangers prepare for European encounter

    Manchester United and Rangers prepare for European encounter

    Manchester United are finalising preparations ahead of the arrival of Rangers for their highly-anticipated Europa League meeting. The competition represents an undeniable opportunity for Ruben Amorim to qualify for the Champions League following a forgettable domestic campaign. Undefeated in six outings, the Old Trafford giants occupy seventh place in the new-look European table and…

  • Denis Law | The King Of The Stretford End

    Denis Law | The King Of The Stretford End

    Who am I to say anything about Denis Law, a man who captivated the Theatre of Dreams for 11 seasons, achieved remarkable goalscoring feats for Manchester United and continues to capture the hearts and imaginations of supporters today? Nothing I write will do him justice, but I will do my best to offer as…

  • Patrick Dorgu | Ruben Amorim’s defensive desire

    Patrick Dorgu | Ruben Amorim’s defensive desire

    Manchester United supporters are enduring a difficult campaign – to say the least – and Ruben Amorim requires assistance. In Patrick Dorgu, the Portuguese tactician has identified a player who can potentially transform his fortunes. The Danish youngster has propelled himself into the spotlight with a series of standout performances for Italian side Lecce.…

  • Manchester United continue to falter under Brighton test

    Manchester United continue to falter under Brighton test

    It is another day to forget for Manchester United supporters as Brighton collected three points at Old Trafford for the third successive season. Familiar frailties reared their unmistakable heads with a plethora of forgettable moments and questionable individual decisions proving costly in a 3-1 defeat. From suspect defending, a shambolic goalkeeping error from United’s…

  • Manchester United aiming to end Brighton curse in Premier League

    Manchester United aiming to end Brighton curse in Premier League

    Less than three days after a frantic Old Trafford evening, Manchester United return to Premier League action against a difficult Brighton side. Ruben Amorim’s men left it late against Southampton in a 3-1 Amad-inspired rollercoaster. However, the Seagulls represent an altogether different dynamic, and the Portuguese tactician will require an assured attacking mindset from…

  • Theatre of Red official podcast | Episode 34 | Jerry Kelleher

    Theatre of Red official podcast | Episode 34 | Jerry Kelleher

    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 34, Shaun speaks with Theatre of Red writer Jerry Kelleher about a strange performance against…

  • Amad leads Manchester United to victory against Southampton

    Amad leads Manchester United to victory against Southampton

    Old Trafford definitively found its new hero as Amad Diallo inspired Manchester United to victory against Southampton. Building on the momentum gained from impressive performances against Liverpool and Arsenal, Ruben Amorim’s side climbed to twelfth in the table with a hard-fought 3-1 win. The Manchester faithful were forced to suffer for their spoils, coming…

  • Manchester United set for Southampton test under Old Trafford lights

    Manchester United set for Southampton test under Old Trafford lights

    Only five places separate Manchester United and Southampton ahead of this evening’s encounter as Ruben Amorim aims to build upon the feel-good factor of recent weeks. United were exceptionally good at Anfield and supported that performance with a memorable showing against Arsenal in the FA Cup. However, the Premier League has been a troublesome…