http://www.mail.com/organizations/2150-manchester-united-fc.html Mail.com - the best personalized free web-based Email en en http://sec-s.uicdn.com/mail.com/2.28/img/mailcom_logo_rss.png http://www.mail.com/organizations/2150-manchester-united-fc.html http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2091086-exit-becks-david-beckham-retiring-seasons.html LONDON (AP) — End it like Beckham. David Beckham, whose curling free kicks, rugged good looks and celebrity marriage made him one of the most famous athletes in the world, is retiring from soccer. Whether striding on the grass, the red carpet or the fashion catwalks, Beckham transcended his sport and became its highest-paid player, with a fortune estimate... Fri, 17 May 2013 07:22:19 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2091086-exit-becks-david-beckham-retiring-seasons.html 2013-05-17T07:22:19Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2092570-beckhams-role-retirement-to-remain-global.html PARIS (AP) — After David Beckham's long and distinguished soccer career ends on an artificial turf field in northwestern France, his life promises to be perhaps even more glamorous than it already has been. Nearly 20 years after breaking into the Manchester United lineup, the 38-year-old former England captain won the French league title with Paris Saint-... Fri, 17 May 2013 07:21:32 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2092570-beckhams-role-retirement-to-remain-global.html 2013-05-17T07:21:32Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2091956-beckham-brought-credibility-visibility-to-mls.html Ask someone in Asia or Europe a decade ago what they knew about the Galaxy, and odds are the answer would have been limited to planets or stars. Nowadays, it's likely to include a reference to "Beckham's team," the Major League Soccer franchise in Los Angeles. By making the growth of soccer in the United States his pet project, David Beckham put the sport... Thu, 16 May 2013 23:06:03 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2091956-beckham-brought-credibility-visibility-to-mls.html 2013-05-16T23:06:03Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2090298-beckham-to-retire-soccer-season.html LONDON (AP) — David Beckham is retiring from soccer, ending a career in which he transcended the sport with forays into fashion and a marriage to a pop star that made him a global celebrity. The 38-year-old midfielder, who recently won a league title in a fourth country with Paris Saint-Germain, said Thursday he will retire after the season. "I'm thankful... Thu, 16 May 2013 15:31:40 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2090298-beckham-to-retire-soccer-season.html 2013-05-16T15:31:40Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2085680-cup-to-drop-wigan-relegated-with-loss-to-arsenal.html LONDON (AP) — Wigan is going down to the League Championship, and Arsenal is in position to reach the Champions League for the 16th straight season. Wigan became the first team to win the FA Cup and get relegated in the same season, losing 4-1 at Arsenal on Tuesday night. "We've had an incredible eight years in the Premier League, and we have to take the ... Tue, 14 May 2013 22:24:36 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2085680-cup-to-drop-wigan-relegated-with-loss-to-arsenal.html 2013-05-14T22:24:36Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2085304-lampard-barcelona-top-weekly-ap-soccer-poll.html LONDON (AP) — Frank Lampard earned the top spot in the weekly Associated Press global soccer poll for the first time after setting Chelsea's career goals record. And a familiar name returned to the top of the team rankings, with Barcelona ending Bayern Munich's six-week stay following its 22nd Spanish league title. The weekend also featured title celebrat... Tue, 14 May 2013 18:26:14 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2085304-lampard-barcelona-top-weekly-ap-soccer-poll.html 2013-05-14T18:26:14Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2082890-man-city-fires-mancini-1-year-epl-title-win.html LONDON (AP) — Manchester City fired manager Roberto Mancini on Monday, exactly one year after he delivered the club's first English league title in 44 years. The Italian coach, who had four years remaining on his contract, was dismissed just as players from rival Manchester United were being cheered through the streets while they paraded the Premier Leagu... Mon, 13 May 2013 23:48:12 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2082890-man-city-fires-mancini-1-year-epl-title-win.html 2013-05-13T23:48:12Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2082696-man-u-fans-pack-streets-to-honor-champs-ferguson.html MANCHESTER, England (AP) — In front of tens of thousands of flag-waving and chanting fans, Manchester United players and retiring manager Alex Ferguson paraded the Premier League trophy through packed city streets on a second day of jubilant celebrations for the English champions. Fans clambered dangerously up storefronts, scaffolding, statues, bus stands... Mon, 13 May 2013 20:31:16 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2082696-man-u-fans-pack-streets-to-honor-champs-ferguson.html 2013-05-13T20:31:16Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2080302-dempsey-goal-assist-lift-spurs-epl-4th-place.html LONDON (AP) — Clint Dempsey scored the tying goal on a sliding shot into an empty net from 30 yards, then crossed to Emmanuel Adebayor for the a goal-ahead in the 83rd minute to lead Tottenham over Stoke 2-1 Sunday and into fourth place in the Premier League. Steven Nzonzi gave Stoke the lead in the third minute, and Dempsey put the ball in the net in the... Sun, 12 May 2013 23:55:07 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2080302-dempsey-goal-assist-lift-spurs-epl-4th-place.html 2013-05-12T23:55:07Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2080438-united-ferguson-winning-farewell.html MANCHESTER, England (AP) — As red-and-white ticker tape flew into the rainy sky above Old Trafford, a beaming Alex Ferguson hoisted up the Premier League trophy for a 13th and final time. Behind Britain's most successful soccer manager stood his jubilant squad of players, dancing to a soundtrack of "Champions, Champions" being belted out by more than 76,0... Sun, 12 May 2013 22:07:20 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2080438-united-ferguson-winning-farewell.html 2013-05-12T22:07:20Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2079194-wigan-beats-man-city-to-win-fa-cup-time.html LONDON (AP) — As blue-and-white confetti exploded under the Wembley arch, Wigan players lifted a trophy for the first time in the club's 81-year history. In one of the biggest FA Cup final upsets, a team playing non-league football 35 years ago and assembled for barely $30 million beat big-spending Manchester City 1-0 on Saturday. Winning English football... Sat, 11 May 2013 21:51:08 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2079194-wigan-beats-man-city-to-win-fa-cup-time.html 2013-05-11T21:51:08Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2077712-alex-ferguson-prepares-trafford-farewell.html LONDON (AP) — For almost 27 years, fans at Old Trafford have watched Alex Ferguson vent his anger, berate officials, check his watch and make celebratory jigs down the sideline. On Sunday, a crowd of 76,000 will have one final chance at home to savor all the habits of the most successful manager in British soccer history. With Manchester United having wra... Fri, 10 May 2013 20:29:47 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2077712-alex-ferguson-prepares-trafford-farewell.html 2013-05-10T20:29:47Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2074028-david-moyes-leaving-everton-to-manage-man-united.html MANCHESTER, England (AP) — David Moyes inherited one of the toughest and most coveted jobs in soccer on Thursday — succeeding Alex Ferguson as manager of mighty Manchester United. Moyes is leaving Everton to join the 20-time English champions. He has a six-year contract and will take charge of the newly crowned Premier League champs on July 1. "It's a gre... Thu, 09 May 2013 16:44:49 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2074028-david-moyes-leaving-everton-to-manage-man-united.html 2013-05-09T16:44:49Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2073940-man-united-hires-moyes-to-replace-ferguson.html MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United is moving swiftly to appoint David Moyes manager, a day after Alex Ferguson said he was retiring after more than 27 years in charge. Moyes will be leaving Everton after 11 years to replace his fellow Scotsman next season as manager of the Premier League champions. Thu, 09 May 2013 14:06:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2073940-man-united-hires-moyes-to-replace-ferguson.html 2013-05-09T14:06:00Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2073466-moyes-front-runner-to-take-man-united.html MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United will attempt to make a smooth transition when Alex Ferguson leaves the dugout for the last time this month, with David Moyes expected to take over the managerial reins. The Everton manager has never won a major trophy in his coaching career, but has long been championed by his fellow Scotsman at United. And Moy... Thu, 09 May 2013 09:19:40 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2073466-moyes-front-runner-to-take-man-united.html 2013-05-09T09:19:40Z http://www.mail.com/sports/football/2071794-ferguson-key-man-us-financial-transformation.html LONDON (AP) — Manchester United and Sir Alex Ferguson. Apple and Steve Jobs. Will one of the world's most recognized soccer clubs face the same challenges the world's technology darling did after the departure of its iconic leader? The announcement Wednesday that the Manchester United manager universally known as Fergie will retire has raised concerns not... Wed, 08 May 2013 19:32:03 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/football/2071794-ferguson-key-man-us-financial-transformation.html 2013-05-08T19:32:03Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2071014-alex-ferguson-blows-final-whistle-man-u-career.html MANCHESTER, England (AP) — During more than a quarter of a century in charge of Manchester United, Alex Ferguson has always found the way to win — and win again. Scrappy, abrasive and always up for a fight, Ferguson turned the club into a global power and established himself as the most successful manager in British soccer history. And now, the 71-year-ol... Wed, 08 May 2013 17:46:37 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2071014-alex-ferguson-blows-final-whistle-man-u-career.html 2013-05-08T17:46:37Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2070884-alex-fergusons-career-trophies.html MANCHESTER, England (AP) — A list of the 49 major titles won by Alex Ferguson in his coaching career at Manchester United, St. Mirren and Aberdeen: ST. MIRREN: Scottish First Division: 1976-77 ABERDEEN: Scottish Premier Division (3) — 1980, '84, '85 Scottish Cup (4) — 1982, '83, '84, '86 Scottish League Cup — 1986 European Cup Winners' Cup — 1983 ... Wed, 08 May 2013 09:48:11 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2070884-alex-fergusons-career-trophies.html 2013-05-08T09:48:11Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2068616-bayern-klose-top-weekly-ap-soccer-poll.html MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Fresh off a second straight drubbing of the once-mighty Barcelona, Bayern Munich was voted the top team in the Associated Press global soccer poll for the sixth straight week. And keeping up the poll's distinctly German flavor over the past month, Miroslav Klose — Germany's second-highest scorer — was selected player of the week... Tue, 07 May 2013 15:18:11 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2068616-bayern-klose-top-weekly-ap-soccer-poll.html 2013-05-07T15:18:11Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2064694-juventus-clinches-29th-serie-title.html MILAN (AP) — Juventus clinched its record 29th Serie A title and second in a row, beating Palermo 1-0 Sunday on Arthur Vidal's penalty kick in the 59th minute. Juventus was awarded the penalty kick when Massimo Donati was called for a push on Mirko Vucinic by referee Andrea Romeo. Juventus finished a man short after Paul Pogba was given a red card in the ... Sun, 05 May 2013 21:28:07 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2064694-juventus-clinches-29th-serie-title.html 2013-05-05T21:28:07Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2057050-bayern-munich-dortmund-all-german-champs-final.html BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — The Champions League final will feature two German teams for the first time after Bayern Munich completed surprising 7-0 rout of Barcelona. Playing with a big cushion after a 4-0 win in the first leg at home last week, Bayern beat Barcelona 3-0 in the second leg Wednesday night on goals by Arjen Robben in the 48th minute and Thomas... Wed, 01 May 2013 22:37:53 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2057050-bayern-munich-dortmund-all-german-champs-final.html 2013-05-01T22:37:53Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2054000-bayern-lewandowski-top-weekly-ap-soccer-poll.html MANCHESTER, England (AP) — After dominating the first legs of their Champions League semifinals, Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund lead the latest Associated Press global soccer poll. Bayern, which routed Barcelona 4-0, edged Dortmund and was voted the world's top team for the fifth straight week by a panel of 15 journalists. Dortmund had the player of ... Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:29:37 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2054000-bayern-lewandowski-top-weekly-ap-soccer-poll.html 2013-04-30T17:29:37Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2048998-liverpool-routs-newcastle-6-0-without-suarez.html LONDON (AP) — With Luis Suarez beginning a 10-match ban for biting an opponent, Liverpool romped to a 6-0 victory Saturday in the Premier League for Newcastle's worst home loss since 1925. Liverpool was undeterred by incessant chants from the Newcastle fans: "Luis Suarez — he bites who he wants." Daniel Sturridge and Jordan Henderson each scored twice. Da... Sat, 27 Apr 2013 20:42:03 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2048998-liverpool-routs-newcastle-6-0-without-suarez.html 2013-04-27T20:42:03Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2047556-backpack-policies-sporting-events.html A glance at backpack policies in place for various sports leagues across the globe: All-England Club, Wimbledon — Bans backpacks larger than 16x16x12 inches. English Football Association — Bans "large" backpacks; no specific measurements. FIFA — Bans 'unwieldy' objects from stadiums, which includes backpacks larger than 10x10x10 inches. ... Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:34:45 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2047556-backpack-policies-sporting-events.html 2013-04-26T19:34:45Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2047522-marathon-deaths-prompt-review-security-policy.html Left unattended, no accessory looks as menacing these days as a backpack. At the airport. On the subway. At a sports event. And, as a result of the two backpack-encased bombs that exploded near the finish line at the Boston Marathon, sports teams and leagues around the world are rethinking what kind of bags, satchels, purses and, yes, black nylon backpack... Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:28:23 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2047522-marathon-deaths-prompt-review-security-policy.html 2013-04-26T19:28:23Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2046626-suarez-wont-appeal-10-match-ban-biting-arm.html MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has decided not to appeal a 10-match ban for biting an opponent during a Premier League game and will serve one of English football's harshest sanctions for on-the-field misbehavior. His suspension will begin immediately, meaning he'll miss the last four games of this season and the first six of nex... Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:19:47 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2046626-suarez-wont-appeal-10-match-ban-biting-arm.html 2013-04-26T16:19:47Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2041716-suarez-10-game-ban-biting-player-arm.html LONDON (AP) — Liverpool striker Luis Suarez was banned for 10 matches by the English Football Association on Wednesday for biting an opponent during a Premier League match, ruling him out for the rest of the season. Liverpool managing director Ian Ayre said Suarez and the club were "shocked and disappointed" at the punishment. The FA said in a statement t... Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:17:17 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2041716-suarez-10-game-ban-biting-player-arm.html 2013-04-24T15:17:17Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2039002-bayern-tops-ap-rankings-4th-straight-week.html MANCHESTER, England (AP) — It's turning into a procession for Bayern Munich in the Associated Press global soccer poll. For the fourth straight week, the German champions were voted the top team by a panel of journalists following back-to-back 6-1 wins — first against Wolfsburg in the German Cup semifinals and then over Hannover on Saturday for its 13th s... Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:16:21 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2039002-bayern-tops-ap-rankings-4th-straight-week.html 2013-04-23T14:16:21Z http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2037690-manchester-united-wins-record-20th-league-title.html MANCHESTER, England (AP) — With 75,000 delirious Manchester United fans chanting "Champions! Champions!" at full voice, Rio Ferdinand tugged the back of Robin van Persie's jersey near the forward's number and shouted: "No. 20! No. 20!" Twenty was the number at Old Trafford on Monday night. Van Persie's first-half hat trick helped Manchester United produce... Mon, 22 Apr 2013 23:39:38 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/other/2037690-manchester-united-wins-record-20th-league-title.html 2013-04-22T23:39:38Z