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Manchester United, one of the most iconic football clubs in the world, boasts a history as rich and captivating as the game itself. Founded in 1878 as Newton Heath LYR Football Club by the Carriage and Wagon department of the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway depot at Newton Heath, the club’s early days were far from the glamour and glory they enjoy today. Initially, they played in green and gold, colors that have recently become a symbol for fans yearning for the club’s past.

By 1902, the club faced financial ruin. Enter local brewery owner John Henry Davies, who invested £500, saving the team and rebranding it as Manchester United. With this new identity, they donned the now-famous red and white kit and set their sights on becoming a powerhouse in English football. Success came swiftly. Under the management of Ernest Mangnall, United secured their first league title in 1908 and followed it up with an FA Cup victory in 1909. Yet, the path was not always smooth. The interwar years saw fluctuating fortunes, and it wasn’t until the appointment of Sir Matt Busby in 1945 that the seeds of greatness were truly sown. Busby’s vision and leadership transformed United into a footballing dynasty.

The 1950s brought the legendary “Busby Babes,” a youthful and exuberant team that captured the hearts of fans and won two league titles. However, tragedy struck in 1958 with the Munich air disaster, which claimed the lives of eight players and left the club in mourning. The resilience shown in the aftermath became a defining trait of Manchester United.

Under Busby’s rebuilding efforts, and later Sir Alex Ferguson’s unprecedented 27-year tenure starting in 1986, United reached new heights. Ferguson’s era is marked by numerous triumphs, including 13 Premier League titles, five FA Cups, and two UEFA Champions League victories, cementing United’s status as a global footballing giant. In recent years, the club has faced challenges both on and off the pitch, navigating through managerial changes and ownership controversies. Despite these hurdles, Manchester United remains a symbol of passion, perseverance, and excellence in football. Their rich history, filled with tales of triumph and tragedy, continues to inspire millions around the globe. Now under the leadership of Erik ten Hag, the Red Devils are once again out to recapture their perch at the top of English and European football. The journey will not be easy but given what the club has been through and yet come out on top, it is inevitable.

Formation

• 1878: Founding date of Manchester United and their original name was Newton Heath LYR Football Club.

• 1892: Renamed as Manchester United Football Club.

The Matt Busby Era

• 1945: Sir Matt Busby was appointed as the new United manager.

• 1948: FA Cup Win.

• 1952: Won the league championship after finishing as runners-up in some many of previous years. This was United’s first major title since 1911.

• 1956: Another League title.

• 1958: Munich air disaster – the most tragic day in the history of Manchester United.

• 1963: Another FA Cup title.

• 1968: European Cup trophy, United become the first English club to win an European title.

The Sir Alex Ferguson Era

• 1986: Sir Alex Ferguson joined from Aberdeen and appointed as the new united manager.

• 1992-93: First ever premier league title. 10 points clear of Aston Villa, who finished as runners-up.

• 1999: Treble, Treble, Treble: Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League.

• 2008: United’s 3rd UCL title came after a 6-5 penalty win. Cristiano Ronaldo finished as the top scorer in Europe with 8 goals.

• 2013: Sir Alex Ferguson retired in high as United won the premier league title with 86 points.

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