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UK Policeman ‘Lucky Not to Lose Sight in One Eye’ During Manchester United Protests

May 4, 2021
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A British police officer suffered a serious wound to his face during protests on Sunday against the owners of the Manchester United football club, the Greater Manchester Police Federation has said. “Our brave colleague went to work yesterday to keep the people of Greater Manchester safe—and he ended up coming under attack. He is incredibly…

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Police Condemn Violence During Protests Against Manchester United Owners

May 3, 2021
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The Greater Manchester Police have condemned violence during protests on Sunday against the owners of the Manchester United football club. Two officers were injured when some United fans threw bottles and barriers at the police. One of the officers was attacked with a bottle and sustained a significant slash wound to his face, requiring emergency…

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Super League Collapses After the 6 English Clubs Withdraw

April 21, 2021
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LONDON—The Super League collapsed before a ball was kicked in the European breakaway competition after being abandoned by the six English clubs, leaving the Spanish and Italian participants stranded. Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City, and Tottenham throughout Tuesday evening deserted the proposal to launch a largely-closed midweek competition amid an escalating backlash from…

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Top Football Clubs Launch European Super League Amid Criticisms

April 19, 2021
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MANCHESTER, England—Twelve of Europe’s top football clubs launched a breakaway Super League on Sunday, launching what is certain to be a bitter battle for control of the game and its lucrative revenue. The move sets up a rival to UEFA’s established Champions League competition and was condemned by football authorities and political leaders. Manchester United,…

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