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      ‘Don’t let Man Utd see this’ – EFL club’s team coach spotted as rail replacement bus in Manchester city centre

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      CARLISLE UNITED’S team coach has been spotted acting as a rail replacement service in Manchester city centre.A coach with the League Two outfit’s team name, badge, and colours was snapped at Manchester Victoria station being used as a rail replacement service.Fans joked Sir Jim Ratcliffe would replicate the move for Man UtdCredit: GettyThe EFL’s bottom club played at home to Bromley on Saturday, winning 2-1.This left the coach free to be used elsewhere, which led to it being deployed for transport as engineering works left a number of lines closed over the weekend.The affected lines included between Manchester Victoria and Bolton (calling at all intermediate stations) and Manchester Victoria and Wigan Wallgate via Atherton.Fans on social media spotted it all over the area, with fans reporting sightings in Wigan, Ardwick, Cheadle Hulme, and even taking the Manchester Storm ice hockey team to an away game.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, football fans on social media saw the funny side relating to one football club, Manchester United.Following the extensive cuts made at the club following Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s arrival, fans have often poked fun at the British billionaire’s perceived stinginess.And fans took the opportunity to highlight this when reacting to the photo of Carlisle’s team bus.One fan said: “Don’t let @ManUtd see this. They will be all over it.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKA second said: “Don’t give Sir Jim ideas.”A third said: “Jim Ratcliffe is going to try steal it for United isn’t he?”Andy Goldstein insists Sir Jim Ratcliffe has got everything wrong at Man Utd after drastic cuts Others were astonished by the photo in general, with one commenting: “Brings a tear to your eye. What a nation.”Another said: “Can’t beat this country sometimes.”Carlisle are playing away at Doncaster next weekend, so despite more engineering works scheduled on lines coming out of Manchester Victoria, the coach may be missing in action.Before that, Mark Hughes’ side play MK Dons at home on Tuesday evening.They are currently seven points adrift of safety, sitting level on points with Morecambe but with an inferior goal difference.Tranmere in 22nd place currently represents the team Carlisle need to overtake to stay in the football league.They have not fallen outside of the EFL since 2005, while they were only relegated from League One last season. More

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      Man Utd officially change player’s name on club website after family’s request

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have changed a player’s name on the club’s official website after a request was made by his family.January signing Patrick Dorgu has been altered to Patrick Chinazaekpere Dorgu across all club platforms.Patrick Dorgu has been altered to Patrick Chinazaekpere Dorgu on United’s websiteCredit: GettyThe change was requested by Dorgu’s family, reflecting their heritage and religious beliefsCredit: AlamyDorgu’s full name now graces his profile on the United website, team-sheets and the squad list in the United Review programme.The change was requested by Dorgu’s family, reflecting their heritage and religious beliefs, according to Manchester Evening News.Dorgu’s parents originate from Nigeria — and Chinazaekpere roughly translates from Igbo as “God answers prayers”.The 20-year-old made the move to United from Lecce during the winter transfer window for £29million.READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnited published an article detailing Dorgu’s journey to Old Trafford on Monday.The statement began: “Patrick Chinazaekpere Dorgu has been a Manchester United player for only a matter of weeks but the early signs have been encouraging.”One of four children, Patrick – who has a Christian middle name – is surrounded by a family who is religious but also embedded in sport, with two brothers who are footballers and a sister who plays handball.”The club also revealed that Dorgu was a Chelsea fan as a boy and idolised former Stamford Bridge star Eden Hazard.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordDorgu featured prominently in Denmark’s Nations League clashes against Portugal last week.He assisted Christian Eriksen’s simple finish in Denmark’s heavy 5-2 loss in Lisbon on Sunday evening.Paul Scholes says ‘it’s about time Manchester United caught up’Dorgu has made six appearances under Ruben Amorim but was banned for three games following a red card in the 3-2 win over Ipswich last month.The wing-back endured a nightmare home debut, gifting Ipswich a goal with a clumsy error before being shown a straight red for a reckless tackle on Omari Hutchinson.He has served his Prem ban and will be available to face Nottingham Forest next Tuesday.Dorgu played a pivotal role in United’s 4-1 Europa League triumph over Real Sociedad, winning a penalty and drawing the foul that led to Jon Aramburu’s red card.Meanwhile, United wonderkid Chido Obi requested to drop the “Martin” from his name earlier this year.Obi has featured in three Prem games this season, coming as a sub against Spurs, Everton and Leicester.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe teenager rejected professional contract terms at Arsenal to pursue a move to United,He bagged a ridiculous 32 goals in 20 games for Hale End’s youth teams last season and has scored nine in 12 outings this term.Wonderkid Chido Obi requested earlier this year to drop the ‘Martin’ from his name.Credit: Alamy More

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      Baller League EXACT time – what time is huge game kicking off TONIGHT?

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      BALLER LEAGUE is headed to the UK after a successful outing in Germany.The Baller League will be headed up by president KSI, who recently sold out Wembley in the Sidemen Charity Match. KSI is the president of the Baller League after selling out the Sidemen Charity MatchCredit: GettyFormer Chelsea captain John Terry will manage the 26ersCredit: Yui Mok/PA WireThe YouTuber-turned-boxer put on a great show as Sidemen FC fell to defeat on penalties to YouTube Allstars, and Baller League promises to be another success.Twelve teams will compete, with the top four after 11 games going into the play-off round to determine the winner.The 12 teams will be managed by some huge stars, ranging from Premier League winning captain John Terry to musician Dave.Read more baller leagueSky Sports has picked up the Baller League, and it will come live weekly from Monday, March 24 for 11 weeks.The action all comes from the Copper Box Arena in Stratford.When does Baller League start, how can I watch it and is there a live stream?Starting on Monday, March 24, the Baller League will run for 11 consecutive weeks.The first game will kick-off at 5.35pm GMT with games all running for 30 minutes, with two 15 minute halves.Yanited take on N5 FC in the first fixture of Baller League UK.In the final three minutes of each half there will be new rules introduced, such as the ‘keeper cannot use their hands.Nightly action can be watched on UK TV on Sky Sports Mix.Coverage will begin at 5pm.The action is also available to be live streamed on YouTube and Twitch, as well as on SkyGO for Sky Customers.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog all the action on Monday. More

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      Who is Cole Dasilva? Baller League defender who came through Chelsea academy

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      COLE DASILVA rose through the ranks at Chelsea and the Wales national team youth set up.But he will now ply his trade on a different stage as he lines up in the Baller League.Chelsea’s Cole Dasilva came through the academy at ChelseaCredit: GettyKSI will run the six-a-side tournament as it heads to the UK, following on from a successful trial of the game in Germany.Footballing icons such as Luis Figo and Gary Lineker will be managing sides in the Baller League.Action will come live on Sky Sports from the Copper Box Arena in Stratford. Read more baller leagueFormer Chelsea academy graduate Cole Dasilva will play for Sidemen star Sharky’s side SDS FC.Who is Cole Dasilva? Born in Luton, the 25-year-old defender currently plays for Bishop’s Stortford in the Southern League Premier Central.Cole, able to represent Wales, Brazil and England, won the Under-18 Premier League, FA Youth Cup and Uefa Youth League with Chelsea before signing a professional contract in 2016.He didn’t make any appearances before a switch to Brentford in 2018, where he stayed until 2020 – again not making any appearances.Most read in FootballDasilva switched England for Croatian club HNK Sibenik, where he played six games in the top flight.He then returned to English football in 2022 and entered non-League.He has had stops in the National League South but has spent recent seasons in step four.Twins Rio, Cole and their older brother, Jay DaSilva, were signed to Chelsea’s academy in 2012 in a £1 million triple deal where the 12- and 13-year-olds left then-National league side Luton Town.All three siblings failed to break into Chelsea’s first team, even though Jay helped the blues win the Uefa Youth League on two separate occasions and the FA Youth Cup three times. Jay now stars for Coventry City in their battle for promotion to the Premier League.When is Baller League and how can I watch it?Baller League will begin on Monday, March 24.The six-a-side competition has 12 teams and has six 30-minute matches every Monday.There are also other rules that make it different to football.The tournament will be aired on Sky Sports Mix and also available for streaming on YouTube and Twitch.Coverage starts at 5pm with the first match kicking off at 5.35pm.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog all the action as it happens.What are the teams in Ballers League UK?26ers – J’ardell Stirling, Bilal Sayoud, Sak Hassan, Kojo Apenteng, Marcel Lewis, Jordon Ibe, Matt Chizzum, Emmanuel Rowe, Justin Dass, Spike Stegel, Vladislav Platinov, Jack Crook.Deportrio – Bakary Sako, Adam Dawson, Francis Gerald Mapolo, Zach Fagan, Marvin Sordell, Charlie Kuehn, Tommy Scott, Raphael Gas, Alex Dyer, Ruben Singale, Tristan Goodridge, Leo Serri.FC Rules the World – Michael Ndiweni, Josh Harrop, Tareiq Holmes-Dennis, Kevin Gonzalez, Oliver Bosworth, Karim Kamhouri, Erghis Pepy, Onuchi Oki, Yusuf Shentu, Alamiji Oluma, Sandro Kamara, Festus Chalet.M7 FC – Jesse Waller-Lassen, Femi Akinwande, Stefan Ilic, Jean Belehouan, Toby Bull, Sam Fitzgerald, Arjun Young, Ramez Gonzalo, Arin Zaha, Lewis Garcia, Henry Wise, Zion Nditi.MVPs United – Lorenzo Spinelli, Ashton Peltier, Jake Chambers Shaw, Ross Derham, Josh Misoki, James Canton, Alfie Matthew, Declan McCarthy, Jay Beckford, Joe Edwards, Dwayne Suel, Esteban Salgado.N5 FC – Owen Locke, Adrian Mariappa, Brian Ly, Charlie Wakefield, Dayo Adekayo, Chris Arba, Imran Kahani, Michael Class, James Alabi, Troy Molunda, Freddie Berrati, Callum Charlton.Santan FC – Michael Hill, Richard Kesey, Dominic Voss, Erick Kenco, Ranell McKenzie Lowes, Jamell Abou-Bakare, Rico Okinari, David Upu, Abdullah Gervardi, Jack Wilson, David Solidemi, Luka Valentine.SDS FC – Bruno Andrade, Bayley Brown, Ody Alfa, Cole Da Silva, David Marques Castanho, Calvin Dickson, Big John, Camillo Astreppo, Finley Chadwick, Michael Felibe, Hussein Mahdi, Tyler Edmundson.Trebol FC – Montel McKenzie, Vani Da Silva, Ciaran Clark, Isaac Modi, Ethan Oke, Reggie, Emi, Ryan Gorwell, Jordan Brown, Shani Omed, Aaron Steven, Nathan Bowen.VZN FC – Henri Lansbury, Kurtice Herbert, Jerome Sinclair, Remy Mitchell, Montel McKenzie, Florian Kastrati, Michael Olive-Wigan, Barrell Mensah, Ethan McClear, Diego Dombaboni, Jami Kheresi, Luka Barusic.READ MORE SUN STORIESWembley Rangers – Domingos Pires, Check Fayum, Ben Long, Stuart Cook, Oliver Cannon, Juan Pablo, Ruben Junior, Luke Gambin, Kaylen Kofi, Braden Shaw, Joseph Diomande, Nabid Eshari.Yanited – Kadell Daniel, Michael Hector, Mohammed Mahyoub, Remy Clerima, Percy Kiangebeni, Medy Elito, Max Pitman, Harry Cain, Henry O’Shea, Daniel Thompson, Daniel Woods, Pharrel Mensah. More

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      ‘We all know’ – Real Madrid target Dean Huijsen WON’T be a Bournemouth player next year, says team-mate Justin Kluivert

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      JUSTIN KLUIVERT is resigned to losing Bournemouth team-mate Dean Huijsen.Real Madrid are taking an increasing interest in the Spain defender after a stellar breakthrough season in the Premier League.Dean Huijsen is a target for Real Madrid this summerCredit: GettyJustin Kluivert expects his team-mate to leave BouremouthCredit: AlamyCentre half Huijsen, 19, won his first senior cap as he helped his country see off Kluivert and Holland in a Nations League penalty shootout yesterday.Kluivert said: “He plays for Bournemouth with me. He is a great player. Spain has a phenomenon for so many years.”He is truly amazing. He came to England in the summer and adapted fantastically.”He is so young and he already plays for Spain – and he plays like this.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I’m sure he will have a lot of offers in the summer. And we all know that next year he won’t be with us at Bournemouth.”SunSport exclusively revealed in January that 15-times European champions Madrid have lined up a move for the blossoming defender.He has a £50million release clause in his contract having cost Bournemouth just £15m last summer from Juventus, and has also been linked with Premier League rivals including Manchester United.It took Huijsen until December to nail down a place in Andoni Iraola’s side but has not looked back since, featuring 27 times this season.Most read in FootballHe was called up to the senior Spain squad for the first time this month.Huijsen, who was born in Amsterdam but moved with his family to Marbella as a kid, previously represented Holland at Under-19 level.Wolves fan goes to extreme measures to distract Justin Kluivert taking a penalty in loss to BournemouthDean Huijsen earned his first two caps for Spain in this international breakCredit: Rex More

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      Liverpool and Everton launch cheeky attempt to have Merseyside Derby moved at less than 10 days’ notice

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      LIVERPOOL and Everton reportedly made a late attempt to move next week’s Merseyside Derby.The two clubs are scheduled to meet at Anfield next Wednesday, April 2.Liverpool and Everton reportedly attempted to move next week’s derby set to take place at AnfieldCredit: GettyHowever, both wanted to bring the clash forward by 24 hours – largely due to Arsenal’s fixture schedule.The Daily Mail has revealed that both clubs saw the positives in moving the televised match to the Tuesday.That is because Arsenal face Fulham on Tuesday night before meeting with Everton in the lunchtime match on Saturday.Therefore, the Gunners will have more time to recover and prepare for the Goodison Park fixture.Read More in FootballAnd given the fact they are Liverpool’s main title rivals, Arne Slot and Co had no problem with the prospect of moving the derby.However, the Premier League denied the request.Chiefs were allegedly unmoved because the original date will not cause either club to play two games within the space of 60 hours, which is the minimum period permissible.Liverpool currently lead the Prem table, 12 points clear of Arsenal with nine games left to play.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSMeanwhile, Everton sit 14th and comfortably above the relegation zone.The Toffees held their rivals to a dramatic 2-2 draw at Goodison Park last month thanks to a late equaliser from James Tarkowski.David Moyes says ‘boiling hot Goodison Park deserved drama’ in final Merseyside derby between Liverpool and Everton More

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      Baller League LIVE RESULTS: John Terry BEATEN on night 1 of Baller League as Alisha Lehmann and Gary Lineker WIN

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      NIGHT ONE of the highly-anticipated Baller League is OVER as Angry Ginge and Yanited race into first place.Many famous faces, including Gary Lineker, John Terry and Maya Jama assembled, although there was no sign of Maya Jama or Gary Lineker on night 1.Angry Ginge’s Yanited beat N5 FC 7-2 to go top of the Baller League in the first match of the Baller League UK, and nobody could overtake them in the following five games.Terry endured a rough start to management life, losing 5-2 to SDS FC and currently second bottom of Baller League.Alisha Lehmann had no such issue, as her side MVPs United beat FC Rules the World 5-4. Follow our live blog below…Marvin Sordell rolls back the years34-year-old Sordell had a blinder for Depotrio tonight.He hasn’t been seen since he last played for Kettering Town, and is known for his time in Team GB’s football team at the 2012 Olympics.He turned on the style tonight, scoring a hat-trick to fire Depotrio past VZN FC.Copy linkCopiedTough start for TerryJohn Terry’s team were the one to watch ahead of night 1.Baller League fans were eagerly anticipating the debut of the legendary Chelsea captain in the dugout, but his first outing fell flat.There was a lot of talk of how his side would set up defensively, but Terry’s side were beaten by SDS FC.Lead by Sharky, SDS FC beat the 26ers 5-2, seeing them second bottom after night 1.Credit: Ben Whitley/PA WireCopy linkCopiedBaller League table after night 1YanitedDepotrioSDS FCSantan FCMVPs UnitedM7 FCFC Rules the WorldWembley RangersTrebol FCVZN FC26ersN5 FCCopy linkCopiedBaller League results night 1Yanited 7-2 N5 FCFC Rules the World 4-5 MVPs UnitedSDS FC 5-2 26ersTrebol 4-6 Santan FCM7 FC 3-2 Wembley RangersDepotrio 6-3 VZN FCCopy linkCopiedYanited take early leadAngry Ginge’s side beat N5 FC in the opening match of Baller League UK. Their 7-2 saw them go top, but nobody was able to overtake them in the following five fixtures, so they lead early doors.Copy linkCopiedDon’t need DefoeAngry Ginge’s Yanited cruised to a 7-2 victory on opening night, and are now top of Baller League after week one.However, throughout the night, Ginge revealed he was given the chance to wildcard Jermaine Defoe – but DECLINED.Instead, he insisted he would use the players he had drafted throughout the first night.It turned out to be a good decision – but they could have scored even more with Defoe up top!Credit: GettyCopy linkCopied Full time – Deportrio 6-3 VZN FCSordell and Francis Mpolo both score screamers to gain a three goal cushion and ending the game. That’s a wrap of tonights Baller League games! What a start to an amazing event. Tune back in next Monday at the same time for all the updates for round 2!Copy linkCopied Deportrio 4-3 VZN FCAnd the final gamechanger of tonight is here!We have 1 on 1!A single player shoots behind the half way line one at a time.No hands allowed to stop the shotIf the ball rebounds back over the half way line, it can be played again towards the goal.Copy linkCopied Deportrio 4-3 VZN FCTo far out for Adam Dawson to think about it right?? Nope not at all as he fires it past VZN FC keeper to give his side the lead again.Copy linkCopied Deportrio 3-3 VZN FCMontel McKenzie with his second thanks to a huge deflection to bring them right back into this at 3-3!Two quickfire goals from VZN FC.Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 3-2 VZN FCVZN get a goal back thanks to Florian Kastrati.Deportrio took this to VAR for a potential foul in the build up but the goal stood. Copy linkCopied Deportrio 3-1 VZN FCMarvin Sordell gets his second of the game after scoring a cooly dispatched penalty thanks to their third corner.Copy linkCopied Deportrio 2-1 VZN FCThe second half of the final game begins! 15 minutes remain.Copy linkCopiedHalf time – Deportrio 2-1 VZN FCThat’s the end of the first half of the last game. The gamechanger brought no goals even though it was 1v1 for the entirety of the three minutes!Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 2-1 VZN FCPenalty for Deportrio as the VZN engages with play outside his area but it is completely squandered after an absurd attempt.Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 2-1 VZN FC The Gamechanger is plus one!The rules are:Game starts with 1v1 plus keeperAfter every goal, a player is added to each sideKeepers aren’t allowed to leave penalty area – if they do it will result in a penalty for the other side. Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 2-1 VZN FCMontel Mckenzie – love island star – get Tbjzl’s side back in it just before the gamechanger!Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 2-0 VZN FCFrancis Mpolo slots it into the bottom corner for a second for Deportrio!Shearer and Lineker will proud of these finishes!Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 1-0 VZN FCWOW! And we are, what a start – only 19 seconds in and Deportrio take the lead. Marvin Sordell – ex Team GB Olympic striker scores the goal for the lead.Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 0-0 VZN FCThe final game is underway, hopefully we are in for another cracker!Copy linkCopiedDeportrio vs VZN FCThe final game of round 1 will be Alan Shearer’s, Micah Richards and Gary Lineker’s Deportrio against Tobi Browns VZN FC. What a show it’s been tonight with all players putting in a great shift tonight and really impressing!Copy linkCopiedFull time – M7 FC 3-2 Wembley Rangers AFCAnd that’s game over – thank god for that!Miniminter and his side are thrilled with that one as shown in their post game celebrations.Only one goal in that second half but it was enough for M7 to get the win.Copy linkCopiedM7 FC 3-2 Wembley Rangers AFCThree corners for M7 FC means penalty time!After missing the last one M7 FC score this one thanks to Stefan Ilic. Copy linkCopiedM7 FC 2-2 Wembley Rangers AFCFeels like this gamechanger took an age to come!This is Fast forward:After crossing the centre line, players may not play or dribble into their own half.If they do – a freekick is given from where the ball is last touched.Copy linkCopiedM7 FC 2-2 Wembley Rangers AFCThis hasn’t been a great watch this half as no goals have been scored yet. The gamechanger is very much in need for this one again!Copy linkCopied More

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      Major change to transfer window in works as Premier League clubs set for talks over move that was previously abandoned

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      PREMIER LEAGUE chiefs are set to hold talks over changing when the summer transfer window shuts, according to reports.Last summer the transfer window closed on August 31, 2024, and this summer it will open officially on June 12.Signings such as Manuel Ugarte signed after the start of the season could become a thing of the past under a new proposalCredit: AlamySome Premier League sporting directors believe ending the window before the season starts will promote integrityCredit: GettyNegotiations in deals as Mohamed Salah, linked with a transfer away from the Prem, could leave Liverpool at a disadvantageCredit: RexHowever, new plans could see the 2025 summer window closed on August 14, two days BEFORE the start of the 2025/26 Premier League season.The measure, put forward in early February at a meeting between the sporting directors of Prem clubs, is not new to English football, having been introduced and later abandoned in 2018 and 2019.It means transfers such as Manuel Ugarte signing for Manchester United after already playing two league games could become a thing of the past.Club chiefs will discuss the proposal in a meeting on Thursday, as reported by The Telegraph.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPassing the change will require a super-majority of 14 clubs, although if preliminary discussions indicate a lack of support it may be struck down before a vote.The main argument in favour of the move is sporting directors believing the integrity of the league would be better served by stopping all trading before the season starts on August 16.Additional discussions have proposed cutting the January transfer window down to just two weeks to minimise disruption to squads during the season.One of the main problems with the idea comes in persuading other European leagues to echo the move.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKThere is also the variable of the Saudi Pro League, who are globally the second biggest spender on transfer fees after the Premier League.Saudi clubs spent £119million in the January transfer window after another huge spending spree in the summer. Ten Premier League stars wanted by Saudi Arabian clubsSome club chiefs believe shutting the window early would handicap them by giving them a disadvantage in negotiations.Stars such as Mohamed Salah and Andre Onana, exclusively revealed by SunSport, have been linked with moves to the Middle East in the coming summer.Modern transfer windows came into effect in the Premier League during the 2002/03 season following the Bosman ruling, which changed the landscape of football.Before then clubs were permitted to trade all-season, with huge signings like Eric Cantona to Man Utd happening on November 25, by which time the Red Devils had played 16 league games.Eric Cantona signed for Man Utd 16 games in the season in 1992Credit: Getty More