Shaun Connolly
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Editor-in-Chief for the Theatre of Red and the European Football Correspondent for Breaking the Lines.
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Despite sitting idle while Premier League rivals compete for midweek continental honours, Omar Berrada believes Manchester United are showing “strong progress” following the release of the latest financial figures.
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Manchester United financials highlight ‘strong progress’ at club
Omar Berrada believes Manchester United are showing "strong progress" following the release of the latest financial figures.
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December 11, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Despite sitting idle while Premier League rivals compete for midweek continental honours, Omar Berrada believes Manchester United are showing “strong progress” following the release of the latest financial figures.
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With the Premier League unusually unpredictable this season, Manchester United have found themselves right in the mix for the European places, despite not yet hitting top form.
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Momentum key as opportunity knocks for Manchester United
With the Premier League unusually unpredictable this season, Manchester United have found themselves right in the mix for the European places, despite not yet hitting top form. Ruben Amorim’s men sit ...
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December 10, 2025 at 11:44 AM
With the Premier League unusually unpredictable this season, Manchester United have found themselves right in the mix for the European places, despite not yet hitting top form.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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Our Academy U18S welcome Peterborough to Old Trafford for the start of our FA Youth Cup campaign this evening.
Let’s hope the boys can back up impressive wins against Liverpool and Newcastle. 🇾🇪
#MUAcademy #FAYouthCup
Let’s hope the boys can back up impressive wins against Liverpool and Newcastle. 🇾🇪
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December 9, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Our Academy U18S welcome Peterborough to Old Trafford for the start of our FA Youth Cup campaign this evening.
Let’s hope the boys can back up impressive wins against Liverpool and Newcastle. 🇾🇪
#MUAcademy #FAYouthCup
Let’s hope the boys can back up impressive wins against Liverpool and Newcastle. 🇾🇪
#MUAcademy #FAYouthCup
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Today’s relative silence across social and mainstream media is brought to you by a welcome three points for Manchester United at Molineux Stadium.
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Manchester United served deserved silence following Wolves' win
A brace from Bruno Fernandes, either side of strikes from Bryan Mbeumo and Mason Mount, sealed a comfortable win against a poor Wolves outfit.
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December 9, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Today’s relative silence across social and mainstream media is brought to you by a welcome three points for Manchester United at Molineux Stadium.
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Whether individuals or outlets, the deliberate sensationalism and attempts to gain traction through notoriety are plain as day.
But the silence is absolutely deafening when Manchester United win.
But the silence is absolutely deafening when Manchester United win.
December 9, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Whether individuals or outlets, the deliberate sensationalism and attempts to gain traction through notoriety are plain as day.
But the silence is absolutely deafening when Manchester United win.
But the silence is absolutely deafening when Manchester United win.
Three points by way of four goals from 27 shots, while being denied a penalty along the way. Yes, the opposition was poor, but it’s a win that moves United level with Chelsea and within a point of the Champions League.
Not everything has to be a misery, folks. 👌🏻
Not everything has to be a misery, folks. 👌🏻
December 9, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Three points by way of four goals from 27 shots, while being denied a penalty along the way. Yes, the opposition was poor, but it’s a win that moves United level with Chelsea and within a point of the Champions League.
Not everything has to be a misery, folks. 👌🏻
Not everything has to be a misery, folks. 👌🏻
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Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United earned their second win in nine days, extending their unbeaten run to three with victory over lowly Wolverhampton Wanderers.
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Manchester United ease to Molineux win against struggling Wolves
Ruben Amorim's Manchester United earned their second win in nine days, extending their unbeaten run to three with victory against Wolves.
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December 8, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United earned their second win in nine days, extending their unbeaten run to three with victory over lowly Wolverhampton Wanderers.
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Barcelona have been impressed with Marcus Rashford, and would like to complete a summer deal for a lower fee between €20 to €25 million.
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Barcelona set sights on reduced package for Marcus Rashford
Since joining Barcelona in July, Marcus Rashford has found a new lease of life while harnessing his footballing talents in La Liga.
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December 8, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Barcelona have been impressed with Marcus Rashford, and would like to complete a summer deal for a lower fee between €20 to €25 million.
With Albert Fernandez
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December 8, 2025 at 7:12 PM
🚨 Barcelona are pleased with Marcus Rashford’s progress, but are encouraging him to express himself more in attack.
Barca would like a permanent deal for a lower price of €20/€ 25 million. Alternative options are being considered if #MUFC reject the fee.
With Albert Fernandez.
Barca would like a permanent deal for a lower price of €20/€ 25 million. Alternative options are being considered if #MUFC reject the fee.
With Albert Fernandez.
December 8, 2025 at 6:44 PM
🚨 Barcelona are pleased with Marcus Rashford’s progress, but are encouraging him to express himself more in attack.
Barca would like a permanent deal for a lower price of €20/€ 25 million. Alternative options are being considered if #MUFC reject the fee.
With Albert Fernandez.
Barca would like a permanent deal for a lower price of €20/€ 25 million. Alternative options are being considered if #MUFC reject the fee.
With Albert Fernandez.
🗣️ “I see it, and I just want to win. I try to put the players. I don’t look who it is. I don’t care about that.”
A big evening awaits Ruben Amorim and Manchester United.
A big evening awaits Ruben Amorim and Manchester United.
Manchester United to embrace away day against struggling Wolves
Ruben Amorim's Manchester United visit the Black Country for a Monday evening Premier League outing against Wolves.
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December 8, 2025 at 9:18 AM
🗣️ “I see it, and I just want to win. I try to put the players. I don’t look who it is. I don’t care about that.”
A big evening awaits Ruben Amorim and Manchester United.
A big evening awaits Ruben Amorim and Manchester United.
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At a time when a wounded fan base requires a jolt of adrenaline, Sir Matt Busby’s ethos of empowering youth may hold the key to the latest chapter of transitional success in the North West.
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Shea Lacey: On the precipice of senior stardom
At the top tier of a list of names vying for consideration in Ruben Amorim's Manchester United squad is 18-year-old Shea Lacey
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December 7, 2025 at 2:32 PM
At a time when a wounded fan base requires a jolt of adrenaline, Sir Matt Busby’s ethos of empowering youth may hold the key to the latest chapter of transitional success in the North West.
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🗣️There is a soft centre to this group, and the league is aware of it.
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Addressing the continued frustration at Manchester United
Despite having ample time to reflect on another abject evening under Old Trafford lights, the Manchester United faithful remain weary.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:24 PM
🗣️There is a soft centre to this group, and the league is aware of it.
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@shaunconnolly85.bsky.social ✍🏻 about the continued frustration at Manchester United.
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A visibly irritated Old Trafford demonstrated their dissatisfaction following what had appeared to be a straightforward evening for Rubens Reds.
Manchester United surrender dominant lead in West Ham draw
Ruben Amorim was left frustrated once more as Manchester United again fumbled a winning position to draw 1-1 with West Ham at Old Trafford.
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December 4, 2025 at 10:57 PM
A visibly irritated Old Trafford demonstrated their dissatisfaction following what had appeared to be a straightforward evening for Rubens Reds.
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🎙️ @shaunconnolly85.bsky.social speaks about avoiding needless statements on the latest episode of the Theatre of Red podcast.
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December 4, 2025 at 2:23 PM
🎙️ @shaunconnolly85.bsky.social speaks about avoiding needless statements on the latest episode of the Theatre of Red podcast.
Listen to the whole show at the link 👇🏻 or wherever you get yours.
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Listen to the whole show at the link 👇🏻 or wherever you get yours.
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It goes without saying that building a new brand, especially one in a saturated market like Manchester United, is difficult. That said, it’s great, and although others will have larger figures, we wanted to thank you guys for the continued support throughout 2025. ♥️
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December 4, 2025 at 11:31 AM
It goes without saying that building a new brand, especially one in a saturated market like Manchester United, is difficult. That said, it’s great, and although others will have larger figures, we wanted to thank you guys for the continued support throughout 2025. ♥️
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As stated a couple of days ago, a £26 million deal may prove challenging for Manchester United to ignore.
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Conor Gallagher may be too good to ignore for Manchester United
In Conor Gallagher, Manchester United have considered a cost-friendly option who could support a charge towards European football.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:40 PM
As stated a couple of days ago, a £26 million deal may prove challenging for Manchester United to ignore.
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There’s a lot to be said about home comforts in the Premier League, and for Manchester United, the majesty of an evening under Old Trafford lights presents promise.
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Manchester United welcome West Ham for Old Trafford test
There's a lot to be said about home comforts, and for Manchester United, the majesty of an evening under Old Trafford lights presents promise.
theatre-of-red.com
December 3, 2025 at 2:56 PM
There’s a lot to be said about home comforts in the Premier League, and for Manchester United, the majesty of an evening under Old Trafford lights presents promise.
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#MUFC #PremierLeague
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#MUFC #PremierLeague
🎙️We are live!
• Three points in London
• West Ham under Manchester lights
• Anderson, Wharton, Baleba & Gallagher
• Your questions & more
@shaunconnolly85.bsky.social covers it all. Listen in full from the link 👇🏻 or wherever you get your podcasts.
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• Three points in London
• West Ham under Manchester lights
• Anderson, Wharton, Baleba & Gallagher
• Your questions & more
@shaunconnolly85.bsky.social covers it all. Listen in full from the link 👇🏻 or wherever you get your podcasts.
theatre-of-red.com/theatre-of-r...
#MUFC
December 2, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Although he would not supply the desired star of an Anderson or a Wharton, Gallagher is vastly experienced and yet to knock on the door of his prime years.
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#MUFC #Gallagher
@shaunconnolly85.bsky.social ✍🏻 about what could be a shrewd deal for Manchester United.
#MUFC #Gallagher
Conor Gallagher may be too good to ignore for Manchester United
In Conor Gallagher, Manchester United have considered a cost-friendly option who could support a charge towards European football.
theatre-of-red.com
December 1, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Although he would not supply the desired star of an Anderson or a Wharton, Gallagher is vastly experienced and yet to knock on the door of his prime years.
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#MUFC #Gallagher
@shaunconnolly85.bsky.social ✍🏻 about what could be a shrewd deal for Manchester United.
#MUFC #Gallagher
Say what you will about Ruben Amorim, progress, and belief, but Manchester United are three points outside the Champions League places after 13 fixtures, and the only side they haven’t played in the top half is Aston Villa.
November 30, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Say what you will about Ruben Amorim, progress, and belief, but Manchester United are three points outside the Champions League places after 13 fixtures, and the only side they haven’t played in the top half is Aston Villa.
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Having finally returned after close to a year on the sidelines, Lisandro Martinez could prove to be a crucial addition for Ruben Amorim during a congested December schedule.
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Could Lisandro Martinez supply the key for Ruben Amorim
With Ruben Amorim counting down the days until Lisando Martinez is available, the Manchester United defence is braced for Argentinian steel.
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November 30, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Having finally returned after close to a year on the sidelines, Lisandro Martinez could prove to be a crucial addition for Ruben Amorim during a congested December schedule.
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Enjoy the relatively quiet period between here and kick-off against West Ham on Thursday, Reds.
Far too many make it their business to pick and choose when they share their opinions about Manchester United. An early three points is a delightful way to start your Sunday.
Far too many make it their business to pick and choose when they share their opinions about Manchester United. An early three points is a delightful way to start your Sunday.
November 30, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Enjoy the relatively quiet period between here and kick-off against West Ham on Thursday, Reds.
Far too many make it their business to pick and choose when they share their opinions about Manchester United. An early three points is a delightful way to start your Sunday.
Far too many make it their business to pick and choose when they share their opinions about Manchester United. An early three points is a delightful way to start your Sunday.