Champions League | Round-of-16
Mar 5, 2013 at 7.45pm UK
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Reaction
Rafael da Silva annoyed by Champions League exit
Rafael da Silva believes that Manchester United should have gone further than the quarter-finals of last season's Champions League.
Jun 4, 11:21
UEFA fine Alex Ferguson for avoiding media, hand one-match ban to Nani
UEFA issue a one-match ban to Manchester United winger Nani and fine manager Sir Alex Ferguson following their Champions League exit.
Mar 22, 16:08
Sir Alex Ferguson, Nani must wait for UEFA decision
Sir Alex Ferguson and Nani will not hear today if they are to be punished by UEFA for their respective actions during and after the Champions League exit to Real Madrid earlier this month.
Mar 21, 17:59
Robin van Persie slams "cowardly" UEFA
Robin van Persie criticises the decision to appoint referee Cuneyt Cakir for the Manchester United against Real Madrid match.
Mar 21, 14:31
Referee Cuneyt Cakir defends Nani red card
Turkish referee Cuneyt Cakir says that he was right to send Nani off during Manchester United's loss to Real Madrid earlier this week.
Mar 8, 13:03
Sir Alex Ferguson "concerned" by appointment of referee Cunety Cakir
Sir Alex Ferguson admits that he had a "big worry" about referee Cuneyt Cakir prior to Manchester United's Champions League defeat to Real Madrid.
Mar 8, 10:41
Sir Alex Ferguson stands by decision to drop Wayne Rooney
Sir Alex Ferguson says that he made the right decision to drop Wayne Rooney to the bench for Manchester United's defeat to Real Madrid.
Mar 8, 10:31
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Champions League injustice was not easy to take'
Sir Alex Ferguson admits that he 'lost faith' in the game when Nani was controversially sent off during Manchester United's Champions League defeat to Real Madrid.
Mar 8, 10:12
Michael Laudrup: 'Nani should never have seen red'
Swansea City boss Michael Laudrup believes that Manchester United's Nani didn't deserve to be sent off during his side's Champions League defeat to Real Madrid.
Mar 7, 16:38
Hate pages dedicated to referee who sent off Manchester United's Nani
Hate pages dedicated to the referee who sent off Manchester United winger Nani against Real Madrid emerge on Facebook.
Mar 7, 13:05
Rio Ferdinand avoids disciplinary action from UEFA
Rio Ferdinand avoids UEFA disciplinary action for sarcastic applause at referee.
Mar 7, 12:27
John Collins hits out at Roy Keane over Nani red card
Former Scotland international John Collins says that he is disappointed with Roy Keane's remarks about Nani's recent red card.
Mar 6, 22:36
UEFA open up Sir Alex Ferguson proceedings
Sir Alex Ferguson's refusal to speak with the press last night is to be investigated by UEFA.
Mar 6, 16:46
Manchester United fan calls 999 after Nani gets sent off
An 18-year-old Manchester United fan angers police by calling 999 when Manchester United's Nani was sent off during last night's Champions League defeat to Real Madrid.
Mar 6, 13:44
UEFA: "No problem" with Cuneyt Cakir
UEFA says that they have no intention of dropping Turkish referee Cuneyt Cakir following his decision to send off Nani.
Mar 6, 13:43
Michael Owen: Wayne Rooney needs "to get his head down"
Michael Owen says that Wayne Rooney's Manchester United future remains in his hands.
Mar 6, 12:29
Rio Ferdinand had sleepless night after Champions League exit
Rio Ferdinand reveals that he has had a sleepless night following Manchester United's defeat to Real Madrid in the final 16 of the Champions League.
Mar 6, 11:47
Paddy Crerand slams Roy Keane's backing of Nani sending-off
Former Manchester United midfielder Paddy Crerand criticises Roy Keane for agreeing with the referee's decision to send off Nani against Real Madrid.
Mar 6, 11:35
Jose Mourinho: 'Decision to drop Wayne Rooney shouldn't be questioned'
Jose Mourinho says that nobody has the right to question Sir Alex Ferguson's decision to demote Wayne Rooney to the bench.
Mar 6, 11:02
Dion Dublin: 'Wayne Rooney should never have been dropped'
Dion Dublin believes that Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson made a mistake in dropping Wayne Rooney to the bench for last night's defeat to Real Madrid.
Mar 6, 09:52
Gary Neville: 'Manchester United fans were shocked at Nani red'
Gary Neville says that Manchester United fans were in shock when Nani was 'wrongly' sent off during the Red Devils' Champions League defeat to Real Madrid.
Mar 6, 09:23
Sir Alex Ferguson 'distraught' at red card
Sir Alex Ferguson was in "no fit state" to talk after Manchester United's Champions League exit on Tuesday.
Mar 6, 06:59
Jose Mourinho: 'Red card changed the game'
Jose Mourinho says that Nani's sending-off changed the game against Manchester United in his side's favour.
Mar 6, 06:32
Roy Keane: 'Nani deserved red card'
Roy Keane says that Nani deserved to get sent off against Real Madrid in the Champions League.
Mar 6, 06:16
Martin Keown praises Danny Welbeck
Martin Keown praises Danny Welbeck for his performance in Manchester United's 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday night.
Mar 6, 05:54
Real Madrid's Sergio Ramos "proud" of Manchester United victory
Sergio Ramos admits that he is "proud" after Real Madrid's victory over Manchester United in the Champions League.
Mar 6, 02:49
Luka Modric: 'We deserved to go through'
Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric feels that he and his teammates deserved to reach the last eight of the Champions League.
Mar 6, 01:13
Cristiano Ronaldo: "I'm happy to win but also sad for Man Utd"
Cristiano Ronaldo admits that he's delighted to be through to the last eight of the Champions League but reveals it was "strange" to beat Manchester United.
Mar 6, 00:08
Xabi Alonso: 'Real Madrid better after sending off'
Xabi Alonso says that Real Madrid produced their best football after Manchester United were reduced to 10 men.
Mar 5, 22:45
Gareth Bale present at Old Trafford
Tottenham sensation Gareth Bale, a reported Real Madrid transfer target, attends the Spanish side's Champions League win over Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Mar 5, 22:31
Mike Phelan: 'Sending off seemed harsh'
Manchester United assistant manager Mike Phelan says that sending Nani off during the 2-1 loss to Real Madrid was a harsh decision by the referee.
Mar 5, 22:30
Jose Mourinho: "The best team lost"
Jose Mourinho admits that the "best team lost" as his Real Madrid outfit knocked 10-man Manchester United out of the Champions League at Old Trafford.
Mar 5, 22:18
The Match
Analysis
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at an eventful night of Champions League football as Real Madrid beat Manchester United 2-1 to run out 3-2 winners on aggregate.
Match Report
Cristiano Ronaldo scores the decisive goal as Real Madrid progress to the Champions League last eight at the expense of his former club Manchester United.
Live Commentary
Sports Mole brings you live coverage of the Champions League round-of-16 second-leg clash between Manchester United and Real Madrid.
HT Report
Manchester United are on course to qualify for the Champions League quarter-finals after entering the break at Old Trafford goalless with Real Madrid.
Team News
Wayne Rooney is left out of Manchester United's starting lineup against Real Madrid tonight.
Preview
Sports Mole looks ahead to Tuesday's evenly-poised Champions League last-16 clash between Manchester United and Real Madrid.
Head to Head
Feb 13, 2013 7.45pm
Round-of-16
Real Madrid
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Man Utd
Form Guide
Build-up
Steve McManaman: 'Manchester United are favourites against Real Madrid'
Steve McManaman claims that Manchester United are favourites against Real Madrid but warns the Red Devils against any complacency.
Mar 5, 18:16
Quinton Fortune: 'Pressure is on Real Madrid'
Quinton Fortune backs Manchester United to overcome Real Madrid and progress to the Champions League quarter-finals.
Mar 5, 18:12
Real Madrid to wear green kit
Real Madrid will reluctantly wear their green kit for Tuesday's Champions League last-16 clash with Manchester United.
Mar 5, 17:55
Michael Owen: 'Not all about Cristiano Ronaldo'
Former Manchester United striker Michael Owen insists that the Red Devils have the players to hurt Real Madrid.
Mar 5, 13:10
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'Sir Alex Ferguson taught me to be a footballer'
Cristiano Ronaldo says that Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was key in his development as a footballer.
Mar 5, 12:34
Fernando Alonso wants Real Madrid to progress
Fernando Alonso wants Real Madrid to beat Manchester United and reach the Champions League quarter-finals.
Mar 5, 12:28
Martin Keown: 'Robin van Persie key for Manchester United'
Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown believes that Robin van Persie could be the deciding factor in Manchester United's Champions League last-16 second leg with Real Madrid.
Mar 5, 12:10
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'European nights stop me from stepping down'
Sir Alex Ferguson reveals that Champions League nights are the reason behind his decision not to retire from Manchester United.
Mar 5, 10:36
Wayne Rooney: 'Manchester United fans will help us against Real Madrid'
Wayne Rooney says that the Manchester United fans will provide a "special" atmosphere at Old Trafford against Real Madrid this evening.
Mar 5, 10:05
Gary Neville urges Manchester United not to concede in first half
Gary Neville urges Manchester United to keep a clean sheet in the first 45 minutes of their Champions League decider against Real Madrid.
Mar 5, 09:44
Jose Mourinho rules out Old Trafford dash
Jose Mourinho says that he will not race down the touchline at Old Trafford should Real Madrid progress in the Champions League at the expense of Manchester United.
Mar 5, 08:39
Nemanja Vidic wary of "dangerous" Madrid
Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic expects Real Madrid to be at their best away from home in tonight's pivotal Champions League clash at Old Trafford.
Mar 5, 02:37
Jose Mourinho: 'Cristiano Ronaldo is best ever'
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho claims that Cristiano Ronaldo is better than Pele and Diego Maradona, and "probably the best ever".
Mar 5, 01:50
Jose Mourinho plays down United linik
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho appears to hint that he will not take over from Sir Alex Ferguson as Manchester United manager when the Scot retires.
Mar 4, 22:55
Xabi Alonso expects tight match
Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso believes that tomorrow's Champions League tie against Manchester United will be a close game.
Mar 4, 21:41
Xabi Alonso: 'Cristiano Ronaldo focused on win'
Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso insists that Cristiano Ronaldo will be fully focused on helping his side win when he returns to Old Trafford to face former club Manchester United tomorrow night.
Mar 4, 20:43
Jose Mourinho: 'World will stop for Manchester United vs. Real Madrid'
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho believes that the world will stop to watch his side take on Manchester United in the Champions League tomorrow night.
Mar 4, 20:15
Iker Casillas ruled out of Manchester United clash
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho says that Iker Casillas is not fit to play against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Tuesday.
Mar 4, 18:43
Jose Mourinho expects "very defensive" Manchester United
Jose Mourinho claims that Manchester United will take a defensive approach against Real Madrid at Old Trafford on Tuesday.
Mar 4, 18:23
Sir Alex Ferguson confirms Ryan Giggs involvement
Manchester United midfielder Ryan Giggs will make his 1000th appearance for the club against Real Madrid on Tuesday.
Mar 4, 14:30
Phil Jones ruled out for Manchester United
Phil Jones is ruled out of Manchester United's Champions League clash with Real Madrid.
Mar 4, 14:14
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'It is a massive game'
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson reiterates the importance of Tuesday's Champions League clash with Real Madrid.
Mar 4, 14:12
Sergio Ramos urges Real Madrid caution
Sergio Ramos warns that the Real Madrid players must not let their victories over Barcelona get into their heads and maintain focus ahead of their clash against Manchester United.
Mar 4, 13:16
Dietmar Hamann: 'Phil Jones a big miss'
Former Liverpool midfielder Dietmar Hamann believes that Manchester United would miss the presence of Phil Jones for their Champions League clash with Real Madrid on Tuesday.
Mar 4, 12:58
Phil Jones absent from Manchester United training
Phil Jones's chances of being fit for Manchester United's match against Real Madrid tomorrow are low following the defender's absence from training.
Mar 4, 11:27
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'I'll stop Cristiano Ronaldo with a machete'
Sir Alex Ferguson says that using a machete or a machine gun may be the only way for Manchester United to stop Cristiano Ronaldo.
Mar 4, 08:31
Cristiano Ronaldo confident of warm reception
Cristiano Ronaldo says that he is expecting a warm welcome from the Manchester United fans when he returns to Old Trafford on Tuesday.
Mar 4, 08:11
Mesut Ozil confident of beating Manchester United
Real Madrid midfielder Mesut Ozil thinks that his side will knock Manchester United out of the Champions League if they find their best form at Old Trafford tomorrow night.
Mar 4, 05:22
Patrice Evra hopes emotion affects Cristiano Ronaldo
Manchester United defender Patrice Evra hopes that Cristiano Ronaldo's performance is affected by his return to Old Trafford in tomorrow night's Champions League clash.
Mar 4, 04:06
Sir Alex Ferguson fears Real Madrid backlash
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson admits that his side should have left the Bernabeu with an aggregate lead in their Champions League tie with Real Madrid.
Mar 4, 02:38
Cristiano Ronaldo eyes "spectacular" Old Trafford goal
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo admits that he would love to score at Old Trafford in Tuesday's Champions League clash against Manchester United.
Mar 4, 02:24
Michael Carrick urges Manchester United caution
Michael Carrick tells his Manchester United teammates that they cannot afford to be "gung-ho" in Tuesday's Champions League clash with Real Madrid.
Mar 4, 00:24
Iker Casillas named in Real Madrid squad
Iker Casillas returns to the Real Madrid squad for Tuesday's Champions League showdown with Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Mar 3, 22:08
Kaka looks forward to Manchester United match
Real Madrid midfielder Kaka is looking forward to his side's trip to Old Trafford and is confident that they can beat Manchester United.
Mar 3, 21:02
Pepe: 'Real Madrid have hit best form'
Real Madrid's Pepe says that the Spanish side have hit their best form heading into the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie against Manchester United.
Mar 3, 15:37
Wayne Rooney: 'Real Madrid clash will be special'
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney insists that he is looking forward to the Champions League clash against Real Madrid on Tuesday.
Mar 3, 13:45
David Beckham warns Manchester United of Cristiano Ronaldo
David Beckham warns Manchester United that a return to Old Trafford will "inspire" Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo.
Mar 2, 19:16
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Ryan Giggs will play against Real Madrid
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson confirms that Ryan Giggs will make his 1000th career appearance against Real Madrid on Tuesday.
Mar 2, 18:04
Rio Ferdinand a doubt for Real Madrid clash with flu?
Manchester United confirm that Rio Ferdinand is suffering with flu ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash with Real Madrid.
Mar 2, 14:51
Real Madrid 'will train at Manchester City ground next week'
Real Madrid will reportedly train at Manchester City's Etihad Stadium ahead of their Champions League battle with Manchester United.
Mar 1, 17:57
Manchester United, Real Madrid tickets 'sold online for £1,000 each'
Online ticket websites are reportedly selling tickets for the Champions League second-leg match between Manchester United and Real Madrid at over £1,000 each.
Mar 1, 14:27
Michael Carrick excited by Real Madrid second leg
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick describes the second leg of his side's Champions League last-16 tie with Real Madrid as "extra special".
Feb 28, 23:25
Iker Casillas: 'Cristiano Ronaldo vital against Manchester United'
Iker Casillas says that Cristiano Ronaldo will be vital against Manchester United.
Feb 28, 07:12
