Comment: Man Utd’s tricky run-in suggests Van Gaal’s top four campaign will FAIL
Manchester United face an almighty battle to stay in the top four as they face five of the current top seven in their final 10 games.
Back to school: Van Gaal demands Man Utd sharpen up their act
Former United forward Danny Welbeck’s second-half strike secured a 2-1 triumph for Arsenal in an enthralling Old Trafford encounter, while Angel Di Maria saw red for a dive then bizarre shirt grab on referee Michael Oliver.
Man Utd skipper Rooney has eyes on FA Cup prize already despite Arsenal threat
In 1995 Wayne Rooney’s boyhood club Everton beat his current employers and ever since the FA Cup has been a source of fascination for the England striker.
How do you solve a problem like Fellaini? Man Utd stew over Belgian’s best position
Fellaini was up to his goalscoring tricks again last night in the win over their League One opponents Preston, providing a dream target for any winger as Antonio Valencia’s cross found the tall midfielder-come-striker, who put the visitors in front with his right boot.
Alexis on Fire: Pellegrini says Man City must water down Arsenal’s red hot Chilean
City are currently two points behind Chelsea in the Premier League and play host to the Gunners at The Etihad on Sunday.
Comment: Man City can ill afford to let Chelsea get away in two-horse league race
After 21 league games Manchester City sit second on 47 points, two points behind leaders Chelsea. 12 months ago Manuel Pellegrini’s mob had the same number of points and were one point and one place behind pacesetters Arsenal.
Tuesday Team Talk: Can Van Gaal and Man Utd cope without January transfers?
United’s first away triumph of the season at Arsenal on Saturday was more due to a profligate showing from Arsene Wenger’s men than any scintillating brilliance from Van Gaal or his charges, and the Dutchman must be counting down the days until the January transfer window swings open.
It must be better: Man Utd’s Van Gaal emphasises need for improvement
United currently sit in fourth place in the Premier League after scraping a 2-1 win over Arsenal at The Emirates on Saturday evening.
Oh Danny Boy: Welbeck won’t be the last to come through for Man Utd, says physio
Les Parry, who won the Medical & Sports Science Professional crown at the North West Football Awards on Tuesday, is convinced United’s academy will continue to produce talented youngsters.
No regrets: Man Utd boss Van Gaal doesn’t fear Welbeck factor ahead of Arsenal clash
Welbeck, who came through the prestigious youth ranks at Old Trafford, moved to The Emirates in a £16million deal on deadline day in the last transfer window and has so far bagged five goals for Arsenal.
I know what you’ll do NEXT summer: Woodward rules out Man Utd January signings
The club spent just over £150million in the summer window to recruit star names including World Cup runners-up Angel Di Maria and Marcos Rojo.