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Brighton forward Danny Welbeck, a former Manchester United star, helped the Seagulls beat United 2-1 at Old Trafford in the FA Cup, setting up Brajan Gruda and adding a 64th-minute strike; Welbeck was applauded by both sets of fans, and his display has sparked talk of an England call while Darren Fletcher's interim United tenure ends with a defeat.
In Week 1 at Old Trafford, Manchester United and Arsenal played a high-stakes match with standout performances from players like Yoro and Bayindir for United, and Saliba and Raya for Arsenal, highlighting key moments and individual ratings that defined the game.
Manchester United fans are upset over announced matchday ticket prices reaching up to £97, criticizing the club for perceived lack of consultation and increased costs after a poor season, with supporters' groups claiming the new pricing model harms the matchday atmosphere and fan loyalty.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the British billionaire and owner of INEOS, has acquired a 27.7% stake in Manchester United for over $1.3 billion, aiming to restore the club to its former glory and compete at the top of English and European football. Ratcliffe discussed his ambitions, including plans for the club's sporting operation, potential redevelopment of Old Trafford, and the need for patience from fans, emphasizing that success will take time. He also addressed the challenges of securing the stake, the influence of INEOS, and the potential recruitment of Newcastle's sporting director, Dan Ashworth.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos group has taken control of all football operations at Manchester United, facing the task of reviving the club's competitiveness in the Premier League and Champions League. Key issues include improving recruitment, deciding on the future of manager Erik ten Hag, building a trusted management structure, restoring Old Trafford, and navigating fan opposition to the Glazers while aiming to bring back the club's winning tradition.
Manchester United's unbeaten run of 24 matches at Old Trafford is due to a combination of factors, including a change in pre-match routine implemented by manager Erik ten Hag, who has gained use of prime suites in the Sir Bobby Charlton Stand for his squad to report to Old Trafford three and a half hours before kick-off. The players have their pre-game meals in the suites before final meetings, set piece routines and responsibilities are confirmed, and analysis is revised. The Red Army section, formed in 2021, has grown in significance this campaign, and Ten Hag taps into this vibrancy when he walks on and off the pitch.