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Irish Examiner
2 days ago
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- Irish Examiner
'We weren't boring' - Amorim proud of performance but defensive frailties remain
Premier League: Manchester Utd 0 Arsenal 1 (Calafiori 13') NEW season - same old Manchester United. Well, not quite. Defeat paid its latest unwanted visit to Old Trafford but there appears to be room for cautious optimism despite failings of old returning to undermine the start of their brave new dawn. An unfamiliar scorer sealed a familiar outcome for Arsenal. The Gunners' last four victories here spanning 24 visits have all been by a single-goal margin and they had to once again call upon the resilience of their back four, in addition to the brilliance of their goalkeeper to kick-off the campaign with a win which was just about deserved. United have splashed out in excess of £200m largely on new attacking talent in a bid to reinvigorate their quest to reinvent themselves under Ruben Amorim. There were flashes of inspiration from the likes of Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo in addition to a cameo from Benjamin Sesko to suggest that money has been invested wisely, despite drawing a blank for the 16th time in the last 39 league games. It was at the opposite end, with the unwanted return of the defensive frailties of last season, that proved to be the hosts' undoing to give Arsenal the early advantage they doggedly defended for the rest of the afternoon. "It's a massive win," Mikel Arteta insisted. The Arsenal head coach added: "To come here in the first fixture with the momentum they're building, we weren't at our best but we showed character and spirit. It's a result that says a lot about us. "Games are won in both boxes and that's what we did today with a goal from a corner. We know that we can be better in many respects but it's a great way to start the season." Amorim spoke enthusiastically about his side's performance, rightly asserting it 'wasn't boring'. However the outcome prevented an overly-positive analysis and the Portuguese said: "I'm proud of the guys, they were really brave in everything they did so it's congratulations for the performance if not the result. "We deserved a different outcome. We were more aggressive than last year, we showed quality on the ball and we gave it away less than last season. We weren't boring. You always felt we could create something but the bottom line is that we need to win the game." It took less than 13 minutes to burst United's bubble as they shipped a comical opener from Arsenal's first corner of a contest which maintained a pleasing flow throughout. With five towering team-mates initially stationed on the edge of the area belatedly moving with menace into the six-yard box, there was nothing more complicated from Declan Rice than delivering the set-piece under crossbar. It should have been a regulation catch for Altay Bayindir, who was deputising for the injured Andre Onana. The Turk, as Roy Keane likes to say, needed to come with violence. Instead he came bearing gifts and was easily impeded by William Saliba as the goalkeeper's ineffectual parry directed the ball to Riccardo Calafiori to head home from all of a foot out, the full-back's first in the Premier League for seven months. Amorim initially sought to defend his keeper, before seeming to back-track. He added: "When you're touching the keeper in that way I think it's hard. It's hard to be strong when you have to push to get the ball but yes, we need to be stronger in that situation." As poor as they remain in defence, United were fluid in possession and carried a discernible threat going forward in search of an equaliser. Patrick Dorgu, released down the left by Bruno Fernandes, sent an angled drive beyond David Raya which struck the foot of the keeper's right-hand post. Matheus Cunha grew into the contest, initially shooting tamely at Raya from 18 yards after a barnstorming foray from his own half saw the bustling Brazilian literally run through three Arsenal defenders before failing to make the most of the presentable chance he had worked so hard to fashion. Raya, joint winner of the Golden Glove last season, underlined his value to the visitors by applying the faintest of touches to keep out a sharp near post effort on the turn from the increasingly influential Cunha which would otherwise have found its way in at the far post. In contrast, Arsenal debutant Viktor Gyokeres, who had scored on his four previous opening day appearances for Coventry and Sporting Lisbon, had an afternoon to forget. The Sweden forward was hauled off after an anonymous hour running around to minimal effect in the Manchester sun. The hosts dominated possession without carving out a whole host of chances and Raya remained the busier of the keepers after the break, getting down well to his left to beat out Mbeumo's powerful header from an inviting Dorgu cross. United continued to press, but Arsenal are old hands at seeing out narrow victories like this. They coped comfortably enough with what the hosts could throw at them. They were, at least, applauded from the field by their supporters, who if nothing else could see the early shoots of revival. How long that takes is anyone's guess. "We did a lot of good things but it wasn't enough," Fernandes, the skipper, reflected. Manchester United (3-4-3): Bayindir 4; Yoro 6, De Ligt 6, Shaw 7 (Maguire 80, 6); Dalot 5 (Amad 55, 7), Casemiro 6 (Ugarte 65, 6), Fernandes 6, Dorgu 7; Mbeumo 7, Cunha 7, Mount 6 (Sesko 65, 7). Booked: Dorgu Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya 8; White 7 (Timber 72, 7), Saliba 7, Gabriel 7, Calafiori 8 (Lewis-Skelly 72, 7); Odegaard 7, Zubimendi 5, Rice 6 (Merino 83, 6); Saka 6, Gyokeres 3 (Havertz 60, 5), Martinelli 5 (Madueke 60, 6). Booked: Calafiori, Raya. Referee: Simon Hooper
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Ballon d'Or-winning Man Utd star Denis Law's will revealed after death aged 84 – with touching gift for his children
FOOTBALL legend Denis Law left a massive £2million fortune as a touching gift to his kids. The former Scotland and Manchester Utd favourite died at the age of 84 in January after a battle with ill health. Advertisement 4 Footie legend Denis Law left a massive £2million fortune to his family, it has emerged Credit: Rex 4 Denis Law at the Presentation of the trophy Glasgow Rangers v Zenit St Petersburg UEFA Cup Final Manchester in 2008 Credit: Rex 4 Denis Law arrives prior to the Premier League match between Manchester United and Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on December 5, 2021 Credit: Getty Law, who revealed in 2021 that he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and vascular dementia, is immortalised in a statue at Old Trafford alongside George Best and Sir Bobby Charlton. A Ballon d'Or winner in 1964, he won the European Cup, two English titles and the FA Cup in his years at Old Trafford. Born in Aberdeen, Law began his career with Huddersfield Town, had two spells at Manchester City and also played in Italy for Torino. Probate records have revealed he had amassed an estate worth £2,035,475 which will be handed down to his family. Advertisement A will penned in 2018 ordered his wealth should be given to his wife Diana but she predeceased him. His estate will be handled by his son Andrew and daughter Diana. An earlier statement from the Law family said: "It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. "He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace. "We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care, past and much more recently. Advertisement "We know how much people supported and loved him and that love was always appreciated and made the difference. Thank you." Sir Alex Ferguson led tributes to his fellow Scot. He said: "There is a saying in Scotland, 'who do you think you are? Denis Law?'. "He was the best Scottish player of all time. He was a fantastic player. He epitomises Scotland, fighting away, having a fight in an empty house. He was an incredible human being." Advertisement Manchester Utd issued a statement following his passing: "Everyone at Manchester United is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the King of the Stretford End, who has passed away, aged 84. "With 237 goals in 404 appearances, he will always be celebrated as one of the club's greatest and most beloved players. "The ultimate goal-scorer, his flair, spirit and love for the game made him the hero of a generation. Our deepest condolences go out to Denis's family and many friends. His memory will live on forever more." Former captain Bryan Robson said: "Denis was more than just a fantastic footballer, he was a fantastic man. So generous with his time and everything delivered with that great sense of humour of his. Advertisement "He would always be in my greatest ever Manchester United XI. He was a player so many of his peers idolised and with good reason, that iconic image of him with his sleeves pulled down and the one arm salute after scoring." Two giant murals honouring Law have been painted on a high-rise block in Aberdeen. The murals in the Printfield area of the city show him playing for Scotland and Manchester Utd. He is Manchester Utd's third-highest goal scorer of all time behind Wayne Rooney and Charlton with 237 in 404 games, and Scotland's joint top scorer with 30 goals from his 55 caps. Advertisement
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Ballon d'Or-winning Man Utd star Denis Law's will revealed after death aged 84 – with touching gift for his children
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FOOTBALL legend Denis Law left a massive £2million fortune as a touching gift to his kids. The former Scotland and Manchester Utd favourite died at the age of 84 in January after a battle with ill health. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Footie legend Denis Law left a massive £2million fortune to his family, it has emerged Credit: Rex 4 Denis Law at the Presentation of the trophy Glasgow Rangers v Zenit St Petersburg UEFA Cup Final Manchester in 2008 Credit: Rex 4 Denis Law arrives prior to the Premier League match between Manchester United and Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on December 5, 2021 Credit: Getty Law, who revealed in 2021 that he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and vascular dementia, is immortalised in a statue at Old Trafford alongside George Best and Sir Bobby Charlton. A Ballon d'Or winner in 1964, he won the European Cup, two English titles and the FA Cup in his years at Old Trafford. Born in Aberdeen, Law began his career with Huddersfield Town, had two spells at Manchester City and also played in Italy for Torino. Probate records have revealed he had amassed an estate worth £2,035,475 which will be handed down to his family. A will penned in 2018 ordered his wealth should be given to his wife Diana but she predeceased him. His estate will be handled by his son Andrew and daughter Diana. An earlier statement from the Law family said: "It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. "He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace. "We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care, past and much more recently. "We know how much people supported and loved him and that love was always appreciated and made the difference. Thank you." Sir Alex Ferguson led tributes to his fellow Scot. He said: "There is a saying in Scotland, 'who do you think you are? Denis Law?'. "He was the best Scottish player of all time. He was a fantastic player. He epitomises Scotland, fighting away, having a fight in an empty house. He was an incredible human being." Manchester Utd issued a statement following his passing: "Everyone at Manchester United is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the King of the Stretford End, who has passed away, aged 84. "With 237 goals in 404 appearances, he will always be celebrated as one of the club's greatest and most beloved players. "The ultimate goal-scorer, his flair, spirit and love for the game made him the hero of a generation. Our deepest condolences go out to Denis's family and many friends. His memory will live on forever more." Former captain Bryan Robson said: "Denis was more than just a fantastic footballer, he was a fantastic man. So generous with his time and everything delivered with that great sense of humour of his. "He would always be in my greatest ever Manchester United XI. He was a player so many of his peers idolised and with good reason, that iconic image of him with his sleeves pulled down and the one arm salute after scoring." Two giant murals honouring Law have been painted on a high-rise block in Aberdeen. The murals in the Printfield area of the city show him playing for Scotland and Manchester Utd. He is Manchester Utd's third-highest goal scorer of all time behind Wayne Rooney and Charlton with 237 in 404 games, and Scotland's joint top scorer with 30 goals from his 55 caps.
The Sun
7 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Ballon d'Or-winning Man Utd star Denis Law's will revealed after death aged 84 – with touching gift for his children
FOOTBALL legend Denis Law left a massive £2million fortune as a touching gift to his kids. The former Scotland and Manchester Utd favourite died at the age of 84 in January after a battle with ill health. 4 4 4 Law, who revealed in 2021 that he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and vascular dementia, is immortalised in a statue at Old Trafford alongside George Best and Sir Bobby Charlton. A Ballon d'Or winner in 1964, he won the European Cup, two English titles and the FA Cup in his years at Old Trafford. Born in Aberdeen, Law began his career with Huddersfield Town, had two spells at Manchester City and also played in Italy for Torino. Probate records have revealed he had amassed an estate worth £2,035,475 which will be handed down to his family. A will penned in 2018 ordered his wealth should be given to his wife Diana but she predeceased him. His estate will be handled by his son Andrew and daughter Diana. An earlier statement from the Law family said: "It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. "He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace. "We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care, past and much more recently. "We know how much people supported and loved him and that love was always appreciated and made the difference. Thank you." Sir Alex Ferguson led tributes to his fellow Scot. He said: "There is a saying in Scotland, 'who do you think you are? Denis Law?'. "He was the best Scottish player of all time. He was a fantastic player. He epitomises Scotland, fighting away, having a fight in an empty house. He was an incredible human being." Manchester Utd issued a statement following his passing: "Everyone at Manchester United is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the King of the Stretford End, who has passed away, aged 84. "With 237 goals in 404 appearances, he will always be celebrated as one of the club's greatest and most beloved players. "The ultimate goal-scorer, his flair, spirit and love for the game made him the hero of a generation. Our deepest condolences go out to Denis's family and many friends. His memory will live on forever more." Former captain Bryan Robson said: "Denis was more than just a fantastic footballer, he was a fantastic man. So generous with his time and everything delivered with that great sense of humour of his. "He would always be in my greatest ever Manchester United XI. He was a player so many of his peers idolised and with good reason, that iconic image of him with his sleeves pulled down and the one arm salute after scoring." Two giant murals honouring Law have been painted on a high-rise block in Aberdeen. The murals in the Printfield area of the city show him playing for Scotland and Manchester Utd. He is Manchester Utd's third-highest goal scorer of all time behind Wayne Rooney and Charlton with 237 in 404 games, and Scotland's joint top scorer with 30 goals from his 55 caps. 4
Hans India
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
Rashford does not deserve Barcelona move: Former Man Utd striker Sheringham on ‘soul-destroying' transfer saga
New Delhi: Former Manchester United striker Teddy Sheringham let his feelings towards Marcus Rashford's potential move to FC Barcelona known and described the episode as "soul destroying". As per reports, Barcelona is Rashford's preferred destination but Sheringham believes Rashford does not deserve the step up. "If you assess where Marcus Rashford is at, as a professional footballer, you strive as a youngster to get to the very top and play for clubs like Manchester Utd, and when you're there, you appreciate it. You don't throw it away and say you want to leave,' said Sheringham to Sky Bet. The former Man Utd man also compared the situation to Pierre Emerick Aubameyang's who left Arsenal after a falling out with Mikel Arteta and joined Barcelona. 'I find the whole episode very soul-destroying, compared to the way I was back in the day and how I strove to get the privilege to play for such a huge football hear someone talking the way he is talking, saying he wants out - I didn't like Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang doing that at Arsenal, I thought it was soul-destroying, and I hope Rashford doesn't get the move that he's hankering for. From my perspective, if you go from Manchester Utd to Barcelona, that's a step up that he hasn't deserved,' he added. Rashford had made 15 Premier League appearances for Man Utd in the 2024/25 season and also scored in head coach Ruben Amorim's first match - a 1-1 draw at Ipswich Town on 24 November - before adding two more in a 4-0 win over Everton a week later. He had not played since being left out of the squad for the Manchester derby on December 15, after a falling out with the Portuguese head coach, before signing for Aston Villa on loan in February. Manchester United are struggling in the transfer market given they need to clean house before looking to spend big. With players like Antony, Jadon Sancho, Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho having made it clear they want to leave Old Trafford this summer, Sheringham believes United's inability to sell is due to other clubs knowing United's position. "It's very easy to spend money on players, but it's hard to recoup it. It seems quiet, but I bet there's lots going on behind the scenes at Manchester Utd. Other clubs know Utd's position. They've made it known that they're looking to sell around five players, which signals to other clubs to make them ridiculous offers,' Sheringham said.
