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THE GLAZER family are certainly not off the hook.The hatred of Manchester United’s fans towards their owners is just too great.
Man Utd fans started the evening protesting against the Glazers outside Old TraffordCredit: Getty
By the end, supporters were celebrating a fine 2-1 win over LiverpoolCredit: PA
Yet an evening which threatened to become mind-blowingly toxic ended with wild celebrations among the players and fans.
In the end, this disenchanted group of fans who feared a battering by Liverpool went home talking about Erik ten Hag’s impressive, fiercely-committed team, rather than the money-grabbing Glazers.
So sitting at home in Florida, the Glazers will have been relieved that Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford bailed them out, for the time being. 
You can only guess what would have happened here had Liverpool managed a repeat of their 5-0 win here last season.
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A couple more United victories and the anger will disappear, until United’s next dodgy run of results.
There was still some unpleasant stuff around such as calls for Joel Glazer to die. After the opening goal, the first chant was: “We want Glazers out.”
Even Liverpool fans got involved and took the pee with a mock protest. Holding pictures of Joel Glazer in front of their faces, the fans chanted: “Up the Glazers.”
The march by about 10,000 fans seemed to be peaceful without any major issues, as feared.
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And the atmosphere during the game, apart from the occasional lull, was just sensational. You do not say that too often about the Theatre of Dreams where some fans appear fast asleep.
Earlier in the day, United cancelled their player meet-up at the city’s Lowry Hotel for fears that the bus could be stopped from getting to the ground. Instead, the players went directly to Old Trafford.
And aware of what was happening outside the stadium, the club went into public relations overdrive inside the ground.
Euro 2022 winners Ella Toone, Alessia Russo, Mary Earps and Nikita Parris were paraded on the pitch.
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Also wheeled out, to great applause, was new midfielder Casemiro who will make United stronger in central midfield, not that it could get much weaker.
Yet a £70m deal is still a ridiculous sum as they are unlikely to get more than two years out of the 30-year-old.
He was clearly savouring the atmosphere although hopefully someone told him that it is not always like this.
Weirdly, there was no music until 7.54pm. At least you could hear the anti-Glazer songs even clearer.
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There were huge jeers when Michael Oliver’s name was read out moments before kick-off yet when the referee blew his whistle, the sound was deafening.
There were screams from 70,000-plus punters when Marcus Rashford was clipped by Trent Alexander-Arnold just outside the area.
But that was nothing compared to the explosive noise generated by the fans when Jadon Sancho scored after leaving James Milner on his backside.
Sancho has not had much luck in front of goal for United so it was no surprise than Bruno Fernandes – hilariously – could be seen pointing to the corner where he wanted the England international to shoot. Sancho duly obliged.
As James Milner vented his anger at Virgil van Dijk for his impression of a statue, Sancho winger celebrated in front of the Liverpool fans.
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And when United’s fans chanted: “Your support is f***ing shit”, Liverpool’s supporters, referring to the protest, said: “You’re supposed to be outside.”
After a terrific 25 minutes from United, Liverpool sorted themselves out. Five minutes before the break, with Jurgen Klopp’s team dominating possession, there was a huge roar from the entire crowd in a bid to lift the team.
Although seconds later, they nearly witnessed a spectacular own goal when Fernandes booted the ball inexplicably straight at Lisandro Martinez.
Liverpool fans were unusually subdued throughout the match. It got worse at the start of the second half when Marcus Rashford seized on the mistake by Jordan Henderson to make it 2-0.
Henderson made way for Fabinho and as the Brazilian arrived, the home fans chanted: “You’re just a s**t Casemiro.”
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Apart from a small corner of Old Trafford, the ground went silent when Mo Salah headed the ball past David De Gea.
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MANCHESTER UNITED picked up their first win of the season in style.The Red Devils were tipped by many to lose Monday evening’s clash against fierce rivals Liverpool.
Jadon Sancho was on target as Man Utd beat Liverpool 2-1Credit: AFP
But United instead emerged victorious at Old Trafford thanks to goals from Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford.
It was a clinical performance from Erik ten Hag’s side, who had lost their first two matches to Brighton and Brentford.
But who was United’s best player on the night? And did anyone have a game to forget?
Here, SunSport’s Anthony Chapman delivers his Man United player ratings…
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DAVID DE GEA – 6
A rare game for the goalie in that he wasn’t called into action an awful lot.
Could have been a bit sharper with some passes but was a solid-enough presence in the face of Liverpool’s below-par attack.
DIOGO DALOT – 8
Kept pace with Luis Diaz in a fearsome battle on the flank.
One of his best performances in a United shirt so far.
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RAPHAEL VARANE – 7
Instilled confidence straight away after replacing Harry Maguire.
Had the better of Roberto Firmino and did little to worry his boss.
LISANDRO MARTINEZ – 8
Fired-up after criticism as he went toe-to-toe with Mo Salah.
Made crucial block on line to intercept a would-be own-goal from Fernandes.
TYRELL MALACIA – 7
A menace bombing up and down the left wing.
Looking hungrier and fitter than Luke Shaw, and deserves a chance to nail down a regular spot in the side.
Lisandro Martinez had the better of Liverpool’s attack despite concerns over his heightCredit: Reuters
SCOTT McTOMINAY – 8
Aggressive in the tackle as he made life tough for Jordan Henderson and James Milner.
Likely to lose his spot to Casemiro but gave Ten Hag some food for thought tonight.
CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN – 7
Pass-master supreme demonstrated his fine vision with some sublime touches.
Looked much more comfortable
JADON SANCHO – 8
Brilliant composure fired United ahead with just 15 minutes on clock.
Looked comfortable coming inside and goal was just reward for overall performance.
BRUNO FERNANDES – 8
Tenacious as he doggedly pressed Liverpool’s defensive unit all night.
One lapse in concentration almost saw him score own-goal but stepped up to plate as on-field captain.
Marcus Rashford was in sublime form as he netted United’s secondCredit: AP
ANTHONY ELANGA – 7
Sharp and bright, he teed up Sancho for United’s early opener.
Speed was a nuisance but was subbed off injured at the break.
MARCUS RASHFORD – 9
A star turn from the fan favourite – he could be the man to solve United’s striker woes as by constantly sniffing out chances in the final third.
Sublime finish made it 2-0 to Red Devils and should have ended the game with at least one more.
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Anthony Martial (for Elanga, 45’) – 8
Things could have been very different for United in their first two games had he been fit.
Was desperate to make an impression and made United’s attack look even more fluid than in the first half.
Fred (for Sancho, 71’) – 6
Not much time to make an impact but kept United’s midfield looking solid.
Cristiano Ronaldo (for Rashford, 86’) – N/A
Donny van de Beek (for Eriksen, 86’) – N/A
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THIS is the brutal moment Cristiano Ronaldo SNUBS Jamie Carragher ahead of Manchester United’s clash with Liverpool.The hilarious incident occurred moments before Monday evening’s crunch Premier League battle at Old Trafford.
Cristiano Ronaldo blanked Jamie Carragher ahead of Man Utd’s clash with LiverpoolCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
Ronnie embraced Roy Keane and Gary Neville but had no time for CarragherCredit: Getty
Liverpool icon Carragher was on punditry duty alongside United legends Gary Neville and Roy Keane when Ronnie gate-crashed the talk.
Host Dave Jones exclaimed: “The main man is here tonight!”
Ronaldo, 37, first blanked Carragher’s attempt at a handshake as he instead embraced Neville.
Ronnie then ignored Carragher again as he moved around the Merseyside man to greet Keane.
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Jones asked Ronnie: “Do you want a word with us?”, as Keane added: “Good to see you Cristiano!”
But Ronaldo was already on his way back to the warm-up, leaving Carragher smiling at the snub.
Carragher has been a vocal critic of Ronaldo since his return to Man Utd last summer.
And fans thought the veteran striker’s reaction at Old Trafford was hilarious.
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Ex-Red Devil Rio Ferdinand joked: “Cristiano absolutely blanking Carragher there.
“Had you doing a 360 like the old days.”
One said: “Loooool Ronaldo blanked Jamie Carragher.”
Another wrote: “Ronaldo blanking Carragher gonna be highlight of the match.”
One laughed: “Ronaldo left Carragher hanging.”
Another added: “Ronaldo showed Carragher zero respect there.” More

BRUNO FERNANDES has become the latest Premier League big-hitter to blast Gabby Agbonlahor.Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp hit out at the talkSPORT pundit following his criticism of Manchester United’s 4-0 defeat at Brentford.
Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes has hit out at Gabby AgbonlahorCredit: Rex
Fernandes was not pleased with Agbonlahor’s criticism of himCredit: The Sun
And now Red Devils star Fernandes has fired a warning shot after he was singled out by Agbonlahor in a scathing assessment of United’s recent form.
Former Aston Villa striker Agbonlahor reckons Fernandes is not pulling his weight at Old Trafford.
And he questioned why the Portuguese ace was not getting criticised like teammates Harry Maguire and Marcus Rashford.
Agbonlahor said: “It’s easy to point the finger at Maguire, Ronaldo, Rashford, Sancho.
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“For me, Fernandes… Since he arrived in the Premier League, yes he has had great goals and assists, but he looks like the worst teammate.
“Whenever a player or himself loses the ball, he raises his arms towards his teammates and the bench.
“I played with players like that, we would be furious with him, with that pressure. If it was Pogba? He’d be crucified in the press. But he gets away with it, he gets away with murder.
“Have you seen him do anything? It’s easy to talk about Maguire, Ronaldo, Rashford, Sancho… I can’t remember the last time Fernandes played a decent game.
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“Even when he gives you the ball, he blames you. This is the type of player, Bruno Fernandes. He is the worst possible teammate.’
But Fernandes has now dismissed Agbonlahor’s comments as hearsay, claiming he does not care about the pundit’s opinion.
And instead, Fernandes prefers to hear the thoughts of his respected colleagues, such as former teammate Juan Mata.
Fernandes fired back: “It’s honestly not something that worries me too much. He’s never played with me, he doesn’t know how I am.
“Just yesterday I told my wife, who spoke to me in this interview and I said ‘you know what calms me down?’ 
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“It’s just that two days ago a person called Juan Mata, world champion, European champion, winner of the Champions, all in England, said to me ‘you were the best people I’ve met in football, continue like that, being yourself, with that honesty, this ability to work’.
“If someone says that… you know how I am. Boring, because I demand it, but because I am demanding with myself and I also demand it from others.” More

GARY NEVILLE has called on Cristiano Ronaldo to help rescue Manchester United as takeover talks swirl around the club.British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to buy United from the Glazer family.
Gary Neville has urged Cristiano Ronaldo to rescue Man Utd on the fieldCredit: Getty
Neville believes Ronnie must do more as the club’s best player and most experienced leaderCredit: Reuters
And Red Devils fans are now waiting with bated breath to see if a switch goes through in the coming months.
The hope is that a positive change at the top will filter down to the team, who have been dreadful under new boss Erik ten Hag.
United lost both of their Premier League openers against Brighton and Brentford.
But one of their most pressing concerns remains the future of Ronaldo.
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The Old Trafford legend has made it clear he wants to quit before deadline day, despite receiving no offers from major clubs.
Ronnie looked out of sorts in United’s 4-0 hammering at Brenford on Saturday.
And while the club anticipates a possible change in owner, there is still work to be done on the field.
United’s next match is a seemingly-impossible clash against top rival Liverpool on Monday.
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And club icon Neville has now begged Ronaldo to stop “throwing his arms around” by helping United out as much as possible.
Neville reckons the Portuguese ace has nothing to lose, and stepping up should be his responsibility as the team’s best player.
Neville told Diary of a CEO podcast: “That’s where I am a little bit critical about Cristiano. 
“You’re the man, you’re the star. You’re the best player in the world. Come on. 
“Now’s not the time to be throwing your arms around. Now’s not the time to be walking off the pitch.
“Now’s the time to be leading those people, but he wants to leave. And that might happen and who can blame him?
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“He wants to finish his career at a club that’s achieving great things. But I do think he’s the only player in that dressing room that could lead them. 
“He’s the only one with the in-built resilience and mental strength.” More

MICHAEL KNIGHTON has confirmed his Manchester United takeover plot continues after holding talks with three billionaires.And he has also begged Red Devils fan Sir Jim Ratcliffe to join the consortium after the OGC Nice owner’s failed Chelsea bid earlier this year.
Michael Knighton has confirmed his plot for a consortium to take over Manchester UnitedCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOM62bSyBhk
Knighton has grouped together three billionaires but still wants Sir Jim Ratcliffe on boardCredit: Rex
Former Red Devils director Knighton is keen to lead a group to replace current United owners, the Glazer family.
And his new comments come as reports claim the Americans are in talks to sell a minority stake.
The club’s share prices have already jumped 12 per cent since Knighton’s initial announcement last week.
And fans will be eager for a deal to go through after United’s dreadful start under new boss Erik ten Hag.
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In a fresh statement on Wednesday, Knighton claims the Glazers have “damaged” United’s brand.
The 70-year-old, who almost bought the club in 1989, has grouped together three billionaires capable of putting pressure on United’s American owners.
But Knighton hopes to enlist mega-rich businessman Ratcliffe to take the consortium’s attempts to the next level.
Ratcliffe – worth a reported £10.5BILLION – already runs French giants OGC Nice.
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And Ratcliffe could be eager for a shot at English football after falling short in his attempts to replace Roman Abramovich at Chelsea.
Knighton told ITV: “They’ve damaged the brand. This is not personal against the Glazers, they just always had the wrong model.
“[My consortium?] They are small-time billionaires that I have been speaking to for three to four months now.
“When I was approached by some fan groups, oddly enough, saying ‘look, our club is dying on its feet’ would you please do something?’
“I made a few phone calls and I’ve been pulling this consortium together ever since.
“We are not the great Sir Jim Ratcliffe. We do not have those resources. We are not some nation state sovereign fund who has oil revenue of two billion a day.
“The point is: someone had to make a stand.
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“If we can smoke the great Sir Jim out to buy Manchester United my consortium will be punching the air because we’ve achieved what we want to do.
“We will make the bid with our own consortium but, I’ll tell you this, we do not have the resources available to do everything that is needed.” More