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Chinedu Okafor October 5, 2020

#YNaijaSportsAnalysis: Reasons why Liverpool and Manchester United fell flat on their face this weekend

Talk about a lack of energy, or perhaps over confidence, however you choose to look at it, there really is no excusing Liverpool's and Manchester United's embarrassing performance against two…

Miracle Odenigbo February 14, 2019

In Solkjaer, Manchester United may just have gotten a permanent boss

Manchester United seems to have become an entirely different side since the arrival of Ole Gunnar Solkjaer in December. The club had endured so much setback under the former manager…

Temidayo Taiwo-Sidiq December 18, 2018

Just In: Manchester United part ways with Mourinho

Manchester United Manager, Jose Mourinho has parted ways with the club after the club sacked him 17 games into the Premier League season. The Red Devils had on Sunday lost…

Chinedu Okafor November 28, 2018

Despite Champions League victory, Manchester United’s future is bleak

It's hard to think that a team that qualified for the knockout stage of the UEFA Champions League (UCL) with one game to spare can play so poorly. On Tuesday…

Oludolapo Adelana October 2, 2018

The YNaija Cover – the 2nd of October

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Omoleye Omoruyi January 11, 2018

The Late 5: NAPTIP arrests traffickers among Libya deportees, Mourinho hopes to build dream attack at Old Trafford and other top stories

These are the top five stories that drove conversation in Nigeria today. Nigerian actress, Funke Akindele has been listed as a member of the cast in the superhero film, playing…

Omoleye Omoruyi August 3, 2017

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. 1. APC Chair gives reasons Ortom “will certainly” win in 2019 2. Former FBI Director James Comey signs multi-million dollar book…

Omoleye Omoruyi August 3, 2017

£200m for Neymar not expensive – Jose Mourinho

Manchester United boss, Jose Mourinho has claimed that Neymar is “not expensive” even at almost £200 million but has warned that the Brazilian’s world record move from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain will…

Omoleye Omoruyi July 12, 2017

Jose Mourinho reportedly reverses decision to release Ibrahimovic

Manchester United are reportedly set to re-sign Zlatan Ibrahimovic after the striker showed signs of making a speedy recovery from injury. Ibrahimovic, 35, tore his anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments after a…

Omoleye Omoruyi July 10, 2017

Romelu Lukaku joins Manchester United

Manchester United has announced the signing of Romelu Lukaku for £75m from Everton on a five-year contract, with an option to extend for a further year. Lukaku, 24, will join the…

Omoleye Omoruyi July 6, 2017

Manchester United reportedly agree £75m deal for Lukaku

Manchester United have reportedly agreed a £75m fee with Everton to buy Romelu Lukaku and are confident the striker will fly out with the rest of the team on Sunday. Lukaku…

Omoleye Omoruyi June 20, 2017

Jose Mourinho accused of tax fraud during his time at Madrid

Manchester United manager, José Mourinho, has been accused of tax fraud by Spanish prosecutors. This comes after Real Madrid star player, Cristiano Ronaldo was also accused of tax fraud. The…

Sponsor March 29, 2017

Jose Mourinho leads the charge to overcome all excuses in the Heineken #NoMoreBarriers competition

Premium beer brand, Heineken, has announced plans to encourage fans of the UEFA Champions League to watch matches by removing barriers that may prevent them from enjoying super exciting football…

Azeez January 14, 2017

Mourinho makes UEFA greatest coaches list, Guardiola excluded

Europe Football governing body, UEFA has published the list of greatest coaches in football, but excluded Pep Guardiola. Manchester City manager, Jose Mourinho however made the list with his success…

Azeez November 30, 2016

Mourinho handed one match ban for improper conduct

Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho has been been banned from the touchline for a match after kicking a bottle water in reaction to Pogba's booking. Mourinho had earlier served a…

Oludolapo Adelana October 28, 2016

Why Mkhitaryan has been absent – Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has defended the absence of Armenian midfielder Henrihk Mkhitaryan from his squad. The Armenian has not featured for Manchester United since the Manchester derby in the…

Azeez October 21, 2016

Chelsea sacked me, it was not mutual consent – Mourinho

Manchester United coach, Jose Mourinho has said his former club, Chelsea FC sacked him, despite the club insisting he left by mutual consent. The club in a statement had said Mourinho…

Oludolapo Adelana September 24, 2016

Pogba shines as Manchester United defeat champions Leicester City 4-1

Paul Pogba put up a man of the match performance as Manchester United dominated champions Leicester City. Pogba dictated the pace of the game as he controlled the midfield delivering…

Oludolapo Adelana September 18, 2016

EPL: Watford beat Mourinho’s Man Utd for the first time in 30 years

Watford Football Club secured their first victory over Manchester United for the first time in thirty years. Watford who secured a 3-1 victory at Vicarage road last defeated United on…

Azeez September 14, 2016

Heineken launches new UEFA Champions League campaign, starring Jose Mourinho

Heineken has unveiled a new UEFA Champions League TV commercial, called ‘Prep Talk’. The film features two time UEFA Champions League winning manager, Jose Mourinho, and was shot by award-winning director,…

Mazi Emeka September 13, 2016

Heineken to unveil new video as Jose Mourinho gets sets to address football fans before UEFA Champions league kick-off

Heineken, the official sponsor of the UEFA Champions League, is set to launch the new season of the tournament with a video featuring controversial Manchester United coach, Jose Mourinho. Billed…

Azeez September 10, 2016

Mourinho set to storm UEFA Champions League kick-off next week

Manchester United coach, Jose Mourinho is set to stir up a storm as the new UEFA Champions League season first round of matches kick off on Tuesday, September 13. Mourinho…

Azeez July 16, 2016

Mourinho’s Manchester United career starts with a bang

Jose Mourinho has started his coaching reign at Manchester United on a bright note, after the Red Devils opened their pre-season campaign with a 2-0 win over Wigan on Saturday.…

Oreoluwa Peters July 12, 2016

This is what Ryan Giggs will be doing after ‘difficult’ Manchester United depature

Following his departure from Old Trafford, Ryan Giggs is set to come out of retirement to play in the inaugural edition of the Indian Premier Futsal League. Giggs will join…

Azeez July 8, 2016

‘The game will be more physical’ | 5 things we learnt from Guardiola’s first press conference

Former Bayern Munich manager, Pep Guardiola has been unveiled as Manchester City coach. During his first press conference, the Spaniard answered questions about prospective transfer moves, playing style, expectations, amongst others.…

Oreoluwa Peters July 7, 2016

Take a rare look into Mourinho’s office (PHOTO)

New Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho gave fans a rare look into his office at the club's Carrington training ground. The former Chelsea and Real Madrid manager recently shared an…

Azeez July 5, 2016

ICYMI: Watch Jose Mourinho’s first press conference as Manchester United Manager

Early this morning, Jose Mourinho was unveiled as Manchester United's manager and he had his first press conference as the club's tactician. The Portuguese talked about Ryan Giggs' exit, his…

Oreoluwa Peters July 5, 2016

Shots fired! Jose Mourinho takes jibe at Wenger

Both Jose Mourinho and Arsene Wenger have had a frosty relationship with each other down the years. Things however escalated in 2014 when the Portugese coach who just made a…