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13th November 2024 | By Ellie Double

Margot powers women’s rugby team through to record 78-0 win 

Manchester Metropolitan’s Women’s Rugby ones won big last Wednesday, thrashing York with a 78-0 victory. The match was their biggest win in the past few seasons,...

13th November 2024 | By Luke Baker

Manchester United boss Amorim has arrived and is getting to work at Carrington

Ruben Amorim has arrived at Carrington to begin his new life as the Manchester United manager. He leaves Sporting after beating Brest 4-2 on his final game with the Portuguese side but now he arrives in Manchester with a new task ahead of him.

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6th November 2024 | By Luke Baker

Matchday Live commentator makes the jump from student sports to the football pyramid

Eddie Sneddon, a first-year student at Manchester Metropolitan University, has made the jump from commentating on university matches to co-commentating for Hyde United, who operate in the Northern Premier League

Lancashire County Cricket Club. A large building with two brick pillars, and a glass wall between with the main entrance. Above the doors is a sign with a red rose that says 'Welcome to Old Trafford Home, Home of the Lancashire County Cricket Club.'

31st October 2024 | By James Ibbotson

Cricket: ACE programme announces trial days for 2024

Lancashire Cricket is gearing up to host its ACE Academy trials on 24th November, which aims to give more opportunities to aspiring Black cricketers within...

25th October 2024 | By Luke Baker

Super League confirmed for 2025 as the three Greater Manchester teams keep their spots

Image: Martin Rickett/PA wire The Super League have released their first official IMG grades for next season. The grades determine the clubs who will compete...

23rd October 2024 | By Luke Baker

Walker still not fit as Guardiola discusses international friendlies

Image: Martin Rickett/PA Wire Kyle Walker is still unavailable for the City boss as his side face AC Sparta Praha in the Champions League. The...

16th October 2024 | By Luke Baker

Nicky Butt stands down from role with Salford City as club looks forward

Image: Richard Sellers/PA Wire United legend Nicky Butt is stepping down from his role as chief executive officer at Salford City. Nicky Butt along with...

15th October 2024 | By Luke Baker

Bevan French wins the first ever Rob Burrow CBE award after Grand Final victory

Photo-Martin Ricket/PA Wire Geoff Burrow, Rob’s father, presented French with the man of the match trophy after he won 25 of the 31 votes in...

Footballer George Baldock on the pitch

11th October 2024 | By Nathan Endsor

George Baldock, former Sheffield United footballer, tragically found dead at 31

Featured image: Nick Potts/PA Media Tragic news has shocked the footballing world after ex-Premier League defender George Baldock was found dead in his Athens home...

10th October 2024 | By Luke Baker

Wigan Warriors and Hull KR set for Old Trafford this weekend for the Grand Final

Featured image credit: Martin Rickett/PA Media Old Trafford will play host to Hull KR and Wigan Warriors in the super league Grand Final on Saturday....

21st May 2024 | By Osaro Ojo

Boxx2Boxx: A Journey from Football Glory with Entrepreneurial Spirit

In the heart of Northenden, a coffee shop has emerged that captures the essence of football's glory and channels it into a thriving business. BOXX2BOXX, founded by former England Lionesses, has become a beacon of passion, blending the love of the game with a strong community spirit. The menu, enticing with flavors that promise growth in taste and community ties, has quickly made BOXX2BOXX a local favorite.

23rd April 2024 | By Emmanuella Coffie

FA cup final between Manchester United and Man city confirmed

The Football Association has announced that this year’s highly anticipated FA Cup final clash between Manchester City and Manchester United will commence at 3pm on...

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16th April 2024 | By Cian Mullen

Alejandro Garnacho spoken to by Erik ten Hag over social media activity 

Manchester United player Alejandro Garnacho promptly unliked tweets which criticised Ten Hag’s decision of substituting the winger.  Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag’s reaction after...

An image of Sir Jim Ratcliffe, controller of footballing operations at Manchester United and chairman of Ineos

19th March 2024 | By Matthew Barber

Sir Jim Ratcliffe not looking to spend a fortune to buy Manchester United success

Sir Jim Ratcliffe won't be looking to make any marquee signings for Manchester United this summer amidst rumours of a potential move for Kylian Mbappe.

4th December 2023 | By Vaibhav Zutshi

Manchester Giants Clinch Commanding Win over Oakland Wolves in WBBL Showdown

In an exhilarating showdown at the Platt Lane Sports Complex, the Manchester Giants emerged victorious over the Oakland Wolves with a final score of 92-74....

23rd November 2023 | By Matchday Live

‘Ref-mic’ first for Matchday Live as women’s rugby coverage moves up another notch

MMU 53 Sheffield 5 By Felicity Hitch at Platt Lane Viewers watching MMU’s Matchday Live coverage of this week’s women’s rugby Cup clash with Sheffield...

15th November 2023 | By Vaibhav Zutshi

Manchester Metropolitan University Secures Thrilling Victory Against University of Leeds

In a heart-pounding showdown, Manchester Metropolitan University emerged triumphant with a 2-1 win over University of Leeds in the Aldi Men’s Northern Tier-1 tournament at...

10th November 2023 | By Matchday Live

Platt Lane lives up to ‘fortress’ reputation on a bruising afternoon for Bishop Burton

Manchester Met 1st XV 80 Bishop Burton 19 By Oliver Jones at Platt Lane Manchester Met Rugby first XV returned to Fortress Platt lane in...

5th November 2023 | By Matchday Live

Free-scoring Man Met edge out Newcastle in top-of-the-table basketball thriller

MMU 93 Newcastle Uni 76 By Ronnie Smart at Platt Lane Watch the whole game on Matchday Live here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bsJ_-m8NArM Both teams came into this...

30th October 2023 | By Vaibhav Zutshi

England’s World Cup Dreams Shattered: Knocked Out by India in a Stunning Defeat

In a highly anticipated match at Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, England faced a humiliating loss, becoming the first team to be knocked out of the...