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John Shiels at Old Trafford today. He headed MUFC’s foundation for years. John’s now doing a bike ride around the 92 clubs. He was friends with Sir Bobby. Today is 60th anniversary of England winning
Andy Mitten · 30 Jul
John Shields at Old Trafford today. He headed MUFC’s foundation for years. John’s now doing a bike ride around the 92 clubs. He was friends with Sir Bobby. Today is 60th anniversary of England winnin
Andy Mitten · 30 Jul
Met Martin Edwards for a coffee in Mallorca. MUFC chairman 1980-2002. He’s 81 and agreed with 95% of my greatest MUFC 25. He said he’d add Tony Dunne. That Stam was the greatest CD. He also loved Tomm
Andy Mitten · 30 Jul
Whatever Newcastle United were trying to build under Eddie Howe hit the skids partway through last season. Summer 2026 signings look like they want to focus on the medium term rather than push for a U
Carl Anka · 30 Jul
🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Eddie Howe set to leave Newcastle United. All parties initially chose to continue but 48yo has informed #NUFC of decision to take break & will depart after 5yrs as head coach. Matthi
David Ornstein · 30 Jul