Person: Duncan Edwards

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Tragedies that echo beyond football

The morning of February 6 60 years ago was much like any other winter’s day in Manchester. By the evening the city was plunged into grief.

Manchester United v Stoke City - Barclays Premier League - Old Trafford

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Van Gaal’s United produce ruthless attacking football in Stoke hammering

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Busby Babes tug-of-love as Shamrock Rovers want their ball back

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Richard Kurt: Heroic Roy Keane ‘world class’ as long as the very world exists

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Munich air disaster: Busby's Irishmen

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Keane: LVG the man to rebuild United’s spine

Galatasaray earn deserved victory as Man Utd outdone

Galatasaray 1 Manchester United 0

Tue, 20 Nov, 2012

‘Hero’ of Munich Air disaster says he was no John Wayne

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Harry Gregg has opened up about the 1958 crash, writes David Young

Thu, 12 Apr, 2012

Trio jailed for 'vile' murder

Three people have been jailed for life in Britain for the “vile” torture and murder of a disabled woman in a case described as a “chronicle of heartlessness” by a senior judge.

Mon, 12 Sep, 2011

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Darren Norris believes Alex Ferguson could become the greatest Champions League manager of all time if he wins tomorrow — a loss and Pep Guardiola rises further up the list

Fri, 27 May, 2011

Tennant to star in 'Busby Babes' drama

Former 'Doctor Who' actor David Tennant is to star in a new drama which brings to life the story of the “Busby Babes” and the air disaster which claimed many of their lives, it was announced today.

Fri, 12 Nov, 2010

‘The silence in Dalymount Park could be heard at Nelson’s Pillar’

WHAT’S your favourite piece of Irish football commentary? I’ve always had a soft spot for Jimmy Magee luxuriating in hat-trick hero Don Givens’ demolition of the USSR in 1974: “It’s a beautiful goal. Isn’t it a beautiful goal?”

Sat, 02 Oct, 2010

600 not out for shy guy Scholes

RELUCTANT hero Paul Scholes could join a select band to make 600 appearances for Manchester United tonight — with Alex Ferguson claiming he never had a single enquiry for the midfield maestro.

Wed, 22 Apr, 2009

United win dramatic shoot-out to become champions of Europe

Chelsea 1 Manchester United 1 (after extra time, Manchester United won 6-5 on penalties)

Wed, 21 May, 2008

United: Survivors remember Munich victims

SURVIVORS of the Munich air disaster gathered yesterday to pay tribute to their fallen colleagues as Manchester United marked the 50th anniversary of the tragedy.

Thu, 07 Feb, 2008

Tributes paid to Busby Babes

The Manchester United family today gathered to pay tribute to the fallen Busby Babes 50 years after the tragedy which claimed their lives.

Wed, 06 Feb, 2008

Forget Bertie, our Rio is the real Teflon Man

ONE of the English tabloids did an amusing back page for once on Saturday, based on a picture of United players waiting for their train at Macclesfield, all hooded-up.

Wed, 06 Feb, 2008

Capello to help tax investigators

England coach Fabio Capello has promised the Italian authorities his full cooperation during their tax investigation.

Thu, 17 Jan, 2008

United plan Munich memorial

Manchester United are planning a 'substantial, permanent memorial' in honour of the victims of the Munich air disaster.

Sun, 11 Feb, 2007

Keane was my number one - Ferguson

Alex Ferguson has hailed Roy Keane as the best player he ever had at Manchester United.

Sat, 06 May, 2006

Cantwell rejuvenated by return to his roots

REPUBLIC of Ireland and Manchester United legend Noel Cantwell will be back in his native Cork this weekend, as the guest speaker at the annual eircom/Soccer Writers Association of Ireland awards ceremony, in the Rochestown Park Hotel.

Thu, 13 Jan, 2005

Keane, O'Shea take place in 'legends' list

John O’Shea, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Rio Ferdinand, Tim Howard and Cristiano Ronaldo are among a clutch of new entries into the top all-time Old Trafford heroes.

Sat, 14 Aug, 2004

Schu heaps praise on team

MICHAEL SCHUMACHER is making records quicker than pop idols can release them, but unlike those manufactured mannequins, his achievements will enjoy a longevity akin to The Beatles.

Tue, 23 Jul, 2002

England v Brazil - past encounters

England’s stunning victory over Denmark today booked a potential quarter-final clash against four-time champions Brazil in Shizuoka next Friday.

Sat, 15 Jun, 2002