Ronaldo’s demise at Old Trafford dominated the news agenda for several weeks following his refusal to come on as a substitute against Tottenham and his explosive TalkTV interview.

Marcus Rashford continued his strong form by opening the scoring in the 19th minute, then teed up Martial for the second moments later, with Fred then sealing a 3-0 win with a late goal in the second half.

United need to strengthen attack after Ronaldo’s exit

Erik ten Hag will need to add to his forward options next month however.

We reflect on a rollercoaster year for the national teams and in the domestic leagues. 

Lingard, who joined United at the age of seven, had returned to Old Trafford last year after a successful loan spell at West Ham United, where he revived his career with nine goals and five assists in half a season.

Red Devils boss also backs Marcus Rashford to score 20 goals a season

"We can afford to get a striker for sure if we want one, I don't know if he plays in League Two, League Five, Spain, Portugal or Africa. We can get a striker, I can guarantee you that.

How do those players return to civilian life, to the petty concerns of the everyday?

Brentford and Tottenham kick off the Stephen's Day action, providing Harry Kane with an early opportunity for World Cup redemption

Tranmere Rovers is in the shadow of Liverpool’s two Premier League giants but the club is one of the great survivors of English football. Maurice Brosnan visited the club and spoke to a quartet of Irish footballers who have made the place home.

Man Utd will restart their Premier League campaign against Nottingham Forest.

The likes of Arsenal and Tottenham may curse injuries in Qatar, but all told, it was a good tournament for Old Trafford boss Erik ten Hag

Dean Henderson, who has played every Premier League game so far, is unavailable as part of his loan deal from the Old Trafford club and back-up Wayne Hennessey has picked up a knock

The class of 1966 still remain the only England men’s side to lift a trophy at a major tournament

Manchester United will host League One side Charlton.

The Arsenal striker was voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year for 2022.

Erik ten Hag heaped praise on Marcus Rashford after the England forward scored an excellent solo effort

Rashford’s goal was the undoubted highlight of a highly satisfactory evening for the Dutch manager, as the England forward collected the ball 15 yards inside his own half and headed for goal after 57 minutes.

West Ham’s new sporting director on competing with giants, youthful selfishness, Lionel Messi, and why he expects more countries to buy clubs