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Why Manchester United are so bad at hiring managers post-Ferguson

This week marks 40 years since Manchester United hired Sir Alex Ferguson as their manager. It was the last time the club made the right appointment.

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Man United implode at Chelsea, and, make no mistake, they are in a Premier League relegation battle

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Ogden: Man Utd are in a relegation battle

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Nicol blames Martínez's red card on the defender's 'horrible decision making'

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Nicol criticises Chelsea for not scoring more vs. 10-man United

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Carrick takes 'positives' from Man United's first-half performance vs. Chelsea

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ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Nicol: Man City deserved at least a point vs. Brighton

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Premier League VAR review: Liverpool denied a penalty vs. Arsenal?

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Are Man City fans right about a Premier League 'Red Cartel' that's out to get them?

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