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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...

A mural commemorating Sir Bobby Charlton

26th October 2023 | By Raphael Boyd

‘He was a legend’ – Manchester United fans remember Sir Bobby Charlton

Manchester United fans came together to honour the life of Sir Bobby Charlton at the first home game since his passing. The legendary player, who...

26th October 2023 | By Matchday Live

MMU Women dig deep to grab late York win

MMU Women 22 York 19 By Charlie Ball at Platt Lane A gritty and determined second half comeback by Man Met Women was enough to...

19th October 2023 | By Matchday Live

Maisy’s deadly finishing sweeps Notts away to notch first win of season

By Felicity Hitch An MMU Netball side missing three of their starting seven notched up a convincing 50-32 victory against visitors Nottingham University to register...

6th October 2023 | By Vaibhav Zutshi

Rough Start for England in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Opener: Lost to New Zealand by 9 Wickets

England kicked off their 2023 Cricket World Cup campaign with a disappointing outcome against New Zealand, ultimately losing by 9 wickets. The absence of key...

5th October 2023 | By Matchday Live

Record audience for Matchday Live’s return as new-look Man Met Rugby snatch late win

by Edward Orsborn A team of volunteer student broadcasters and production staff notched up record viewing figures for the first game in the second season...

26th September 2023 | By Vaibhav Zutshi

Harry Brook surprises as Jason Roy gets replaced in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 squad

The England cricket board has shaken things up by revealing their revised 15-man squad for the upcoming 2023 Cricket World Cup in India. The most...

6th September 2023 | By Vaibhav Zutshi

‘New style of rugby’ developing as Zimbabwean internationals boost Man Met’s promotion aim

Pre-season training is a chance for Manchester Met’s rugby team to renew old acquaintances, welcome a new intake of players and gel on and off...

19th May 2023 | By Callum Pickup

Didsbury win the Manchester and Cheshire Cup

In front of over 200 Spectators, AFC Didsbury win the Manchester and Chesire Cup by beating Romiley 2-0 in the final at Wythenshawe Town.

16th May 2023 | By Callum Pickup

Siemens run the Great Manchester Run

On May 21st, the Great Manchester Run returns, celebrating its 20th anniversary. This year 50 Siemen runners will be taking on the 10k and the half marathon, intending to raise £8000 in donations for the Francis House Children Hospice, based in Didsbury.

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17th April 2023 | By Benjamin Golaub

Haaland equals 38 game Premier League goalscoring record with 3-1 victory over Leicester.

Manchester City lined up with; Ederson, Walker, Stones, Laporte, Dias, Rodri, Silva, De Bruyne, Grealish, Haaland, Mahrez. Manchester City welcome to 19th place Leicester City to...

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13th April 2023 | By Benjamin Golaub

Manchester City blast through formidable Bayern Munich in first leg of Champions Leauge Quarter Final tie.

Manchester City lined up with: Ederson, Ake, Dias, Akanji, Stones, Gundogan, Rodri, De Bruyne, Silva, Haaland, Grealish. In the build-up to this game, critics are...

Rúben Dias and Jack Grealish Celebrating his goal in front of the fans.

10th April 2023 | By Benjamin Golaub

Manchester City close the gap in the title race after 4-1 victory over Southampton

Manchester City lined up with: Ederson, Stones, Akanji, Dias, Ake, Rodri, Gundogan, De Bruyne, Grealish, Haaland, Mahrez. Coming into this game there was pressure on...

31st March 2023 | By Joseph Barnes-Taylor

The Season To Remember

MMU Men’s Rugby Union Place Second in the BUCS Prep North 2 League for 2022/23 Season Behind Scottish Rivals Strathclyde 13 matches. Eight opponents. Eight...

25th March 2023 | By Benjamin Golaub

Durham Palatinates defeat Manchester Mystics in a record breaking WBBL game

This WBBL game between Manchester Mystics and Durham Palatinates took place at Platt Lane on Saturday 25th of March.  This game was streamed to YouTube...