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Manchester United 4-2 Stoke City: Rooney recovers from own goal to fire hosts to victory

The Red Devils bounce back after going behind early as the England international strikes for the first time this season while Robin van Persie and Danny Welbeck also find the net Wayne Rooney scored a double and an own goal as Manchester United bounced back after going behind early to register a 4-2 victory over Stoke City at Old Trafford. The visitors took the lead when the England international nodded the ball into his own net from a Charlie Adam free-kick. United rallied and Rooney was on hand to get them back into the game with a thumping header. Just before the break Robin van Persie gave his side the lead with sublime close range effort and 50 seconds after the restart Danny Welbeck notched another for the Red Devils with a superb diving header. Michael Kightly got the Potters back into the game with a great individual effort only for Rooney to give United their two goal lead back with a smart finish at the back-post to seal the win for the Red Devils. Sir Alex F...

Champions league Groups draw details

The Spanish, English, German and Dutch champions will play one another in this season's group of death, while Barcelona have been drawn alongside Benfica Real Madrid have been drawn against Manchester City, Borussia Dortmund and Ajax in the group stage of the 2012-13 Champions League. The four teams are all champions of their respective countries, but were eligible to face one another due to their differing seeds, and make up this year's 'Group of Death'. Jose Mourinho's side's fierce rivals Barcelona will face a daunting trip to Russia to play against Spartak Moscow, and have also been drawn against Benfica and Celtic. Elsewhere, current holders Chelsea take on Scudetto winners Juventus, and also face a tough trip to Ukraine to face Shakhtar. The trio have been drawn alongside Danish minnows Nordsjaelland. Beaten finalists from last season, Bayern Munich, face a re-match of their victorious 2001 Champions League final against Vale...

Van Persie completes medical ahead of Manchester United move

The Netherlands international undergoes tests at Bridgewater Hospital before he can put pen to paper on a four-year contract that will see him earn £48.9 million in total Robin van Persie  has completed a medical at Bridgewater Hospital ahead of an agreed transfer to  Manchester United . The Arsenal captain's protracted exit from the Emirates Stadium was finally decided to be to the Premier League runners-up on Wednesday and the deal is expected to be confirmed shortly afterward. In total, accounting for image rights and salary over the length of the deal, Van Persie is set to earn a mouth-watering £48.9 million, with United already paying Arsenal £24m to secure his services. Watch-kora.com also understands that  Arsenal are on the brink of selling midfielder Alex Song to Barcelona for £15m after a breakthrough in negotiations.

'I could make a difference' – Usain Bolt wants Manchester United trial

Not content with sprinting into Olympic history by winning 100 metres gold in 9.63 seconds at London 2012, the Jamaican hero wants to get a chance with his favourite club Sprinting icon Usain Bolt insists that he is serious about wanting a trial with  Manchester United . The 25-year-old Jamaican, the fastest man in history, dashed into sporting legend on Sunday by defending his Olympic 100 metres title at London in a Games record of 9.63 seconds. But, as a passionate Red Devils fan who has met up with the team and manager Sir Alex Ferguson before, he is hoping that his running glory might prompt his dream career change. "People think I am joking, but if Alex Ferguson called me up and said: 'OK, let’s do this, come and have a trial,' it would be impossible for me to say no," Bolt told  The Sun. "I would not take up the challenge if I didn't think I was good enough. I am a very accomplished player and know I could make a difference. "I would...

Manchester United target Sahin as frustrations grow over Lucas Moura pursuit

The Old Trafford club are keeping tabs on the Real Madrid man, who would be available for around €25.5 million this summer after an injury-hit season with the Spanish champions Manchester United  have turned their attentions to  Real Madrid  midfielder  Nuri Sahin  after growing increasingly frustrated in their pursuit of  Lucas Moura . watch-kora.com  understands that the Old Trafford outfit are looking at alternative options to the Sao Paulo youngster, who has been valued at close to €38.3 million (£30m) by his club, and have highlighted Sahin as a potentially cheaper target after being made aware of his availability from the Spanish capital. The Turkey international is surplus to requirements at the Santiago Bernabeu after joining the club from Borussia Dortmund last summer in a move that has so far been blighted by injuries and inconsistent form.  TURKISH DELIGHT   BORUSSIA DORTMUND RECORD GAMES GOALS ASSI...

Nani: Ronaldo is number one, but Portugal do not depend on him

The creative winger had nothing but praise for his fellow countryman going into the Euros, but insisted that the Seleccao have other quality players at their disposal Manchester United  attacker  Nani  has heaped praise on  Real Madrid  star  Cristiano Ronaldo , describing his Portugal team-mate as the best player in the world. The 2008 Fifa World Player of the Year is expected to lead the line for the Seleccao after a dream season at Real Madrid in which he scored a staggering 60 goals in all competitions. Nani conceded that Ronaldo plays a crucial role in Portugal's set-up, but stressed that there is more to the national team than the 27-year-old. "Even though many people do not accept it, Portugal do not depend on Cristiano Ronaldo," Nani told  watch-kora.ae.ma   "He is a great player, for me the number one, but he does not win the games on his own. "Our opponents will be more attentive with Cristiano and that could help the rest of us,...

Rooney: 'Welbeck is Manchester United's Player of the Season'

England forward believes his strike partner at Old Trafford deserves award followin an outstanding breakthrough campaign and tips him for greatness with club and country Manchester United  striker  Wayne Rooney  reveals he will vote for  Danny Welbeck  for the club's Player of the Season award after an impressive breakthrough campaign at Old Trafford. Welbeck was a highly-rated youngster but after growing frustrated at a lack of first-team opportunities last season, he went on a season-long loan at Sunderland and has returned to form an impressive partnership with Wayne Rooney. Welbeck’s fine season has seen him break into the England squad and Rooney believes his strike partner has the potential to be a great player. "There are a few candidates for Player of the Season, but I'd have to say Welbeck," Rooney told  The Mirror . "Danny's been brilliant and has spent a lot of time working on his finishing which has paid off. "...

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson questions Liverpool’s stance over Luis Suarez race row

The 70-year-old has suggested the Reds should have appealed the striker's eight-game ban if they believed he was innocent, and has backed Patrice Evra to overcome any jeers Manchester United  boss  Sir Alex Ferguson  has questioned  Liverpool ’s stance over the  Luis Suarez  race row, insisting the Anfield outfit should have appealed the striker’s eight-game suspension if they believed their player was innocent. The Uruguayan is set to come face to face with Patrice Evra for the first time since October, when the former Ajax man was reported to the FA by the Frenchman for allegedly making racist remarks towards him. Suarez returned from the ban in the 0-0 draw against Tottenham on Monday night, after which boss Kenny Dalglish suggested the 25-year-old should not have been punished in the first place. "They've said plenty, haven't they?" said Ferguson. "Why didn't they appeal? "We've kept our dignity throughout. We've kept ...

Real Madrid & Barcelona lead football rich list as Schalke make surprise top-10 entrance

The Spanish giants continue to dominate the Football Money League as they have expanded their enormous lead over the top clubs from England, Germany and Italy Real Madrid crowned as world's richest club for seventh year in a row Clubs from four different countries in top 10 Schalke climb most places - from 16th to 10th Top-seven placings remain unchanged Real Madrid and Barcelona remain top of football’s rich list as the Spanish duo moved further clear of their rivals from England, Germany, Italy and France. According to the 2012 Deloitte Football Money League, published today, the Liga giants are the only clubs with annual revenue over €450 million. Real Madrid top the Football Money League for the seventh year in succession and are now just one year short of equalling Manchester United’s dominance in the top position during the first eight years of the Money League.   However, they are being chased hard by rivals Barcelona,...