Manchester United’s post‑Fergie void is now half as long as the actual golden times

The most striking moment in Champions League defeat, a low of deep ocean shelf proportions, came with the return of Antony

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag brings on Antony during the club's latest defeat on Tuesday night, the Brazilian continues to co-operate with police inquiries regarding allegations of violence towards women which he denies. Photograph: Martin Rickett/PA
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag brings on Antony during the club's latest defeat on Tuesday night, the Brazilian continues to co-operate with police inquiries regarding allegations of violence towards women which he denies. Photograph: Martin Rickett/PA
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