Old Trafford
Mourinho comes in for new Ramos criticism
Mar 20, 2013 13:38 EDT
Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos has said he would have preferred manager Jose Mourinho to laud his own side's efforts rather than those of Manchester United after Madrid eliminated the English side from the Champions League.
Michael Owen to retire at end of season
Mar 19, 2013 11:46 EDT
Former England striker Michael Owen announced on Tuesday that he will bring down the curtain on his professional career at the end of the current season.
Fergie cools talk of United record title triumph
Mar 16, 2013 20:50 EDT
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has warned his team not to get carried away by believing they can romp to a record English Premier League triumph.
Rio will report for England duty - Ferguson
Mar 16, 2013 16:42 EDT
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has confirmed that centre-back Rio Ferdinand will link up with the England squad on Monday.
United 15 points clear, Villa cut QPR adrift
Mar 16, 2013 15:58 EDT
Manchester United capitalised on a slip-up by Manchester City to open up a massive 15-point lead at the Premier League summit despite a laboured display in a 1-0 win at home to Reading on Saturday.
Serial winners Manchester United won't falter: Young
Mar 16, 2013 03:25 EDT
Manchester United winger Ashley Young has warned title rivals Manchester City there is no chance his team of serial winners will falter with the Premier League crown within touching distance.
England's Zaha admits charge over rude gesture
Mar 15, 2013 14:14 EDT
England international Wilfried Zaha has admitted a Football Association charge of improper conduct after making a rude gesture to Leeds fans during Crystal Palace's Championship clash on Saturday.
Ferguson casts doubt on Ferdinand's England recall
Mar 15, 2013 09:27 EDT
Alex Ferguson says it is not certain that recalled Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand will take his place in the England squad for their forthcoming internationals with San Marino and Montenegro.
City must make inroads quickly - Mancini
Mar 15, 2013 07:55 EDT
Manchester City must reduce the 12-point deficit at the top of the Premier League before the upcoming Manchester derby to have any hope of keeping their title, Roberto Mancini said on Friday.
Spurs survive Inter scare as Torres saves Chelsea
Mar 15, 2013 02:53 EDT
Tottenham suffered a fright before sneaking past Inter Milan to reach the Europa League quarter-finals as they, Chelsea and Newcastle restored national pride following England's Champions League misery.
Spurs survive Inter scare as Torres saves Chelsea
Mar 14, 2013 18:37 EDT
Tottenham suffered a fright before sneaking past Inter Milan to reach the Europa League quarter-finals as they, Chelsea and Newcastle restored national pride following England's Champions League misery.
Bale-less Spurs ready for Inter
Mar 13, 2013 22:30 EDT
A Tottenham side missing Gareth Bale and fellow Londoners Chelsea will be seeking to book quarter-final berths in the Europa League on Thursday, but the Blues will have to do things the hard way after a first-leg defeat at Steaua Bucharest.
Chelsea-United FA Cup replay set for April 1
Mar 13, 2013 11:31 EDT
The FA Cup quarter-final replay between English powerhouses Chelsea and Manchester United will take place on April 1, the Football Association announced on Wednesday.
Ferdinand in clear over Torres incident - FA
Mar 12, 2013 13:16 EDT
Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand will not face punishment over an off-the-ball clash with Chelsea striker Fernando Torres, the Football Association said on Tuesday.
Rooney's at United for good: Charlton
Mar 12, 2013 06:25 EDT
Manchester United great Bobby Charlton has dismissed concerns about the future of striker Wayne Rooney by declaring there is "no way he will ever be allowed to move on".
De Gea kept us in the FA Cup, admits Ferguson
Mar 11, 2013 02:56 EDT
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson hailed goalkeeper David de Gea after his superb late save against Chelsea kept the Premier League leaders in the FA Cup.
England star Zaha apologises for gesture
Mar 10, 2013 16:39 EDT
England international Wilfried Zaha has apologised for a rude gesture he made towards Leeds supporters during Crystal Palace's 2-2 draw at Selhurst Park.
Benitez accuses Ferguson in 'education' jibe
Mar 10, 2013 16:37 EDT
Chelsea interim coach Rafael Benitez has risked sparking a fresh war with Alex Ferguson by appearing to question the Manchester United manager's "education".
Chelsea roar back to defy United in FA Cup
Mar 10, 2013 15:55 EDT
Holders Chelsea stormed back from two goals down to draw 2-2 against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday and take their FA Cup quarter-final to a replay.
Rooney returns to United starting XI
Mar 10, 2013 12:14 EDT
Wayne Rooney returned to Manchester United's starting line-up for their FA Cup quarter-final at home to Chelsea on Sunday.
Facts from the Wikipedia page:
| Theatre of Dreams | |
|---|---|
| Location | Sir Matt Busby Way Old Trafford Greater Manchester England |
| Coordinates | 53°27′47″N 2°17′29″W / 53.46306°N 2.29139°WCoordinates: 53°27′47″N 2°17′29″W / 53.46306°N 2.29139°W |
| Broke ground | 1909 |
| Opened | 19 February 1910 |
| Owner | Manchester United |
| Operator | Manchester United |
| Surface | Grass |
| Construction cost | £90,000 (1909) |
| Architect | Archibald Leitch (1909) |
| Capacity | 75,797 seated[1] |
| Field dimensions | 105 x 68 m[2] (114.8 x 74.4 yd) |
| Tenants | |
| Manchester United (1910–present) | |