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Van Gaal won’t budge for fans

There is increasing resentment against Manchester United’s methodical style of play but the Dutchman does not bend for anyone.

Where’s the applause? Despite all the goals

Rooney, records … and respect

On the verge of breaking several scoring records, does the England striker deserve more acclaim?

Mancini courts a yellow card

Mancini courts a yellow card

Football Association cautions against Man City manager’s ‘unsporting’ behaviour.

Racism apology too slow in coming, says City manager

Robert Mancini questions Liverpool’s stance on the Luis Suarez issue.

The quest for Mancini City

Manchester City boss wants more control in order to deliver the trophies the club’s big-spending owners crave.

No tears for Tevez

The reaction at Manchester City to their captain’s desire to leave is one of weary disdain and, in some quarters, open contempt.

Man United’s Ferguson expects busy festive season

Ferguson aiming for Paisley’s treble

Age not an issue as Sir Alex pushes to equal the top European Cup score.

Flying Dutchman gone for keeps

Flying Dutchman gone for keeps

Manchester United fans want him to stay, but goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar knows he must stick to his guns, writes <b>Daniel Taylor</b>.

Ryan Giggs: The evergreen red devil

Ryan Giggs: The evergreen red devil

Celebrating 20 years at Manchester United the winger talks to <strong>Daniel Taylor</strong> about early-day partying and media intrusion.

Massive spending is over, say City

Uefa has warned that clubs that fail to live within their means will have to "face the consequences" under its new rules.

Stop asking which squad is the best

Ferguson closer to scoring his goal

"Football, bloody hell". — Probably Sir Alex Ferguson’s most instantly recognisable quote of his time as Manchester United’s manager.

Balotelli praises Premier League war on racism

Mario Balotelli has praised the way "the Premier League has declared war to racism.

Experience the key to ending saga

Sir Alex Ferguson has cited Wayne Rooney’s contract dispute with Manchester United as a reason the club needs an experienced manager as his successor.

I’m no bad boy

I’m no bad boy, says Balotelli

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini introduced Mario Balotelli as someone who could become one of the greatest footballers in the world.

City’s costly comings and goings

A remarkable week of transfer business, even by the standards of Manchester City, concluded with James Milner finally checking in from Villa.

Riding high on the moment

Riding high on the moment

Wayne Rooney has taken on Roy Keane’s role of chastising under-performers — but nobody will complain if he keeps delivering.