As most people around the world, unwrapped their Christmas gifts and opened the boxes to see what is in store for them, there was a big box awaiting Manchester United at Old Trafford, the Theatre of Dreams. At the end of 90 minutes, United found out what Santa had given them for Christmas; 5 goals, 3 points, dropped points for our rivals and the helping hand from referee Phil Dowd in sending Wigan Athletic’s Conor Sammon off in the 40^th minute. Maybe with his belly, Phil Dowd probably thought that in the spirit of Christmas, he would assume the guise of Santa for the Old Trafford faithful. Read the full story

Two wins out of two, six goals scored and only one conceded post the black, dark and gloomy night of Basel. The first performance against Wolverhampton Wanderers was very good as we banged in 4 goals, breaking out of the 1 goal trend of the matches prior to that. However, the lunchtime kickoff against Queens Park Rangers at Loftus Road was slated to be a tougher match for the Red Devils and we came through it with a much-needed clean sheet and dominating performance in the final third with the abundance of chances created. The United fans who were closer to the field really added to the atmosphere and it is always nice to see the fans having a blast. Pre-game my thoughts drifted back to the meetings of the 90s when most often than not, United had to slog it out for a win there. We were made to work hard this time too but perhaps not as hard as an uncharacteristic solo run and shot by Michael Carrick finished off the encounter. QPR couldn’t manage a goal to test our nerves at the end so we saw the match out and picked up 3 points smilingly. Read the full story

Two exits within the space of a week. That is the reality of the season so far for Manchester United; one that started so brightly with good, positive football that had us all purring and brimming with confidence and enthusiasm for the season ahead as we got goals after goals. Instead, we now stare at the unknown. The unknown comes in the shape of the Europa League, a competition we have not won in whatever guise it has been in and a competition we had not planned to play in. However, that is the reality that faces everyone at Manchester United; owners, manager, players and fans when we think of midweek European action for the rest of the season. Read the full story

Manchester Untied bounce back with a three points victory over Everton at Goodison Park. Javier Hernadez scored the only goal in the 19th mintue after a well cross from the left flank by Patrice Evra. It was a surprise to see Evans back to the starting eleven and the Irishman tried to show that he still can make it with the red devils. Tom Cleverley was injured again and replaced by Nani. We hope he won’t miss many games and comes as soon as possible.  Read the full story

The final whistle was blown at Anfield and I was left red-faced and fuming after watching another relatively below-par performance by my beloved Red Devils. I was hoping to see a performance of complete control from Manchester United in the cauldron and legendary home of our hated, HATED rivals from the red half of Merseyside, Liverpool and maybe the rivalry is felt stronger in Asia, because Manchester United and Liverpool are the two best represented English clubs in terms of supporters and the bragging rights are constantly traded and exchanged between both sets of fans with the passing and changing fortunes of every week therefore a win in this game and the bragging rights would remain with the fans of the winning side for at least one week. Read the full story

The Manchester derby this weekend will see the introduction of a new Manchester United Anthem ‘United Road’ and you can be amongst the first to listen to it on Truly Reds. The song was written by Will Robinson and Daniel Ryan, the same song writers who produced the re worked 2009 version of ‘Glory Glory Man United’ which featured Korean violinist Jenny Bae. The vocals on ‘United Road’ are performed by Richie, who previously sang ‘Manchester United Number One’. Robinson and Ryan, who also wrote ‘Chico Is The Man’ – the Javier Hernandez song – are currently recording an album all about Manchester United which will be released later this year. ”I am totally inspired to write lyrics about United - they have achieved so much and are a great club,” said Robinson.

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