Manchester United stars <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/harry-maguire">Harry Maguire</a>, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/andre-onana">Andre Onana</a> and Diogo Dalot are all set for their maiden visit to India, to launch United We Play 2025, the fifth season of its flagship grassroots football initiative. This is the second time that Manchester United players are visiting the country, with David De Gea, Anthony Elanga and Donny van de Beek visiting Goa in December 2022.
The three <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/manchester-united">Manchester United</a> current team players will be in Mumbai on May 29 to officially launch and kickstart activities for the fifth season of the United We Play programme. During their first visit to India, the footballers will also engage with supporters and fans of the Club, along with Apollo Tyres&rsquo; grassroots football initiative.
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Supported by Manchester United, United We Play is a pan-India initiative to support young footballers in India by giving them a platform to showcase their skills with the objective of motivating aspiring footballers to continue playing, by engaging with them, and introducing them to global training methods.
<h2>'Looking forward to engaging with everyone in India'</h2>
Andr&eacute; Onana, Manchester United&rsquo;s goalkeeper, said: &ldquo;We are looking forward to engaging with everyone in India to launch the new season of United We Play and promote our sport to the next generation of stars. We are also excited to see the fans over there, to thank them for their passionate and loyal support.&rdquo;
Rajesh Dahiya, Vice President, Commercial (India, SAARC and Southeast Asia), Apollo Tyres Ltd said, &ldquo;The fourth season of United We Play concluded last year with a visit from Manchester United legend Gary Neville, wherein more than 15,000 young footballers from across the country participated. It reached out to 18 cities pan-India and over 100 coaches were engaged through virtual Manchester United Soccer Schools training sessions, ensuring that the teachings and training methods reached every footballer involved in the programme. In addition, the initiative was also expanded to more cities in the Asia Pacific and Middle East regions across cities such as Kathmandu, Bangkok, Dhaka and Dubai.&rdquo;

Football, Sports: The three Man United current team players will be in Mumbai to officially launch and kickstart activities for fifth season of United We Play programme

Manchester United stars Harry Maguire, Andre Onana and Diogo Dalot are all set for their maiden visit to India, to launch United We Play 2025, the fifth season of its flagship grassroots football initiative. This is the second time that Manchester United players are visiting the country, with David De Gea, Anthony Elanga and Donny van de Beek visiting Goa in December 2022. The three Manchester United current team players will be in Mumbai on May 29 to officially launch and kickstart activities for the fifth season of the United We Play programme. During their first visit to India, the footballers will also engage with supporters and fans of the Club, along with Apollo Tyres’ grassroots football initiative. Also Read: IPL 2025: 'There is something different about Royal Challengers Bengaluru this season', says former CSK all-rounder Supported by Manchester United, United We Play is a pan-India initiative to support young footballers in India by giving them a platform to showcase their skills with the objective of motivating aspiring footballers to continue playing, by engaging with them, and introducing them to global training methods. 'Looking forward to engaging with everyone in India' André Onana, Manchester United’s goalkeeper, said: “We are looking forward to engaging with everyone in India to launch the new season of United We Play and promote our sport to the next generation of stars. We are also excited to see the fans over there, to thank them for their passionate and loyal support.” Rajesh Dahiya, Vice President, Commercial (India, SAARC and Southeast Asia), Apollo Tyres Ltd said, “The fourth season of United We Play concluded last year with a visit from Manchester United legend Gary Neville, wherein more than 15,000 young footballers from across the country participated. It reached out to 18 cities pan-India and over 100 coaches were engaged through virtual Manchester United Soccer Schools training sessions, ensuring that the teachings and training methods reached every footballer involved in the programme. In addition, the initiative was also expanded to more cities in the Asia Pacific and Middle East regions across cities such as Kathmandu, Bangkok, Dhaka and Dubai.”

Manchester United’s Harry Maguire, Andre Onana and Diogo Dalot to visit India

Immediately after the World Cup, Manchester United have got down to business by tying down Marcus Rashford, Luke Shaw, Diago Dalot, and Fred with a contract extension.

Immediately after the World Cup, Manchester United have got down to business by tying down Marcus Rashford, Luke Shaw, Diago Dalot, and Fred with a contract extension. According to The Athletic report, United have triggered one-year contract extensions for them. Rashford was in red-hot form during the World Cup where he managed to bag three goals despite not starting every game. United giving him an extension comes in the backdrop of several big clubs flirting with the idea of hiring his services. Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi heaped praises on Rashford and said his club may be on the lookout to avail the services of the 25-year-old. "He's another player who's amazing and for free? To have Rashford for free, every club will run after him," said Al-Khelaifi. Read more: Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag makes an astonishing Mbappe-Rashford comparison "Maybe summer, why not? If he is a free agent, we can talk to him directly. But we are not going to talk to him now and let him focus on the World Cup. In January, hopefully, we would be interested in talking to him." As for Dalot, the winger has had a revival in fortunes after receiving regular game-time under manager Erik ten Hag's watch. The Portuguese was able to translate his club form for the national team during the World Cup and dropped a few notable performances. Luke Shaw, coming from injury has been a vital cog in United's revival plan. He is one of the few left-wingers in the United squad that has the capability to continuously whip dangerous crosses into the opposition box and track back when necessary. Fred has been immense whenever called upon and was one of the few bright spots last season when United's season was in disarray. However, one of the notable names to have missed out on receiving the extension is goalkeeper David de Gea whose contract expires at the end of this season. The Spanish goalkeeper was snubbed from the World Cup squad as well and is facing a race against time to secure another contract from United where he has been for over 11 years. de Gea previously expressed that he was willing to lower his wages to prolong his stay with the Red Devils. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Portugal stormed to a 4-0 win over the Czech Republic in their Nations League A-Group 2 match on Saturday thanks to a Diogo Dalot double and strikes by Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Jota.

The victory sets up a crunch clash for the Portuguese on Tuesday at home to Spain, who lost 2-1 to visitors Switzerland, knowing a draw will be enough to reach the final four. Portugal lead the group on 10 points ahead of Spain on eight after five matches with one game left to play.

"It's a unique feeling to be able to help my country," said Dalot. "We knew it could be a difficult game if we hadn't started with the right attitude.

"We started the game very well, controlling the ball, and after the goals the spaces started to open up a little... Congratulations to everyone, we really deserved this victory and now it's time to recharge our batteries."

Ronaldo needed treatment early on after a being caught in the face by goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik but soldiered on.

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The Portuguese controlled possession and opened the scoring in the 33rd minute when Rafael Leao swung a cross into the area and Dalot fired past goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik.

Ronaldo missed a chance to double the lead before Fernandes put the visitors further ahead in first-half added time when he surged into the box and converted a cross from close range. Ronaldo then conceded a penalty for handball but Patrik Schick blazed the spot kick over the bar just before the break.

Dalot netted his second goal soon after the interval with Jota rounding out the scoring in the 82nd minute to leave the 2019 winners in pole position to reach the semi-finals.

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"The Czechs have a good team, but we were well prepared for them and executed our game plan perfectly. After the third goal the game was done," said Portugal coach Fernando Santos.

"We were too passive and our pressing was terrible," said Schick. "We should have tried being more active in the game. Portugal were much better and deserved to win."

Portugal stormed to a 4-0 win over the Czech Republic in their Nations League A-Group 2 match on Saturday thanks to a Diogo Dalot double and strikes by Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Jota.

Portugal stormed to a 4-0 win over the Czech Republic in their Nations League A-Group 2 match on Saturday thanks to a Diogo Dalot double and strikes by Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Jota. The victory sets up a crunch clash for the Portuguese on Tuesday at home to Spain, who lost 2-1 to visitors Switzerland, knowing a draw will be enough to reach the final four. Portugal lead the group on 10 points ahead of Spain on eight after five matches with one game left to play. "It's a unique feeling to be able to help my country," said Dalot. "We knew it could be a difficult game if we hadn't started with the right attitude. "We started the game very well, controlling the ball, and after the goals the spaces started to open up a little... Congratulations to everyone, we really deserved this victory and now it's time to recharge our batteries." Ronaldo needed treatment early on after a being caught in the face by goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik but soldiered on. Also Read: Arsenal have 'good chance' to win Premier League, says Arsene Wenger The Portuguese controlled possession and opened the scoring in the 33rd minute when Rafael Leao swung a cross into the area and Dalot fired past goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik. Ronaldo missed a chance to double the lead before Fernandes put the visitors further ahead in first-half added time when he surged into the box and converted a cross from close range. Ronaldo then conceded a penalty for handball but Patrik Schick blazed the spot kick over the bar just before the break. Dalot netted his second goal soon after the interval with Jota rounding out the scoring in the 82nd minute to leave the 2019 winners in pole position to reach the semi-finals. Also Read: Nearly 2,000 Liverpool fans to sue UEFA over Champions League final fiasco "The Czechs have a good team, but we were well prepared for them and executed our game plan perfectly. After the third goal the game was done," said Portugal coach Fernando Santos. "We were too passive and our pressing was terrible," said Schick. "We should have tried being more active in the game. Portugal were much better and deserved to win."

Diogo Dalot bags brace as Portugal cruise to 4-0 win over Czech Republic in Nations League

Manchester United defensive ace Diogo Dalot recently offered his candid take on teammate and attacking maestro Marcus Rashford. He went on to wax lyrical about his athletic prowess and tendency to find the back of the net frequently.

In addition to his goal-scoring abilities, Dalot admitted that Rashford, as a human being was one of the kindest people, admitting that he held this particular trait in extremely high regard.&nbsp;

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The Portuguese defensive talent went on to admit that the Englishman played a vital role in the team's attacking lineup. He further asserted that Rashford is an absolute pleasure to assist, adding that he and the fans would love to see him learn and grow into a prolific goal-scorer.

“I’ve known Rashford for four, five years now and he’s an absolutely fantastic kid.&nbsp;Very good human being, which is for me the first big standard.&nbsp;And then as a player, he is fantastic.

"We are so delighted for him to be scoring goals, to assist, to have an impact on this team, and I think every Man United fan wants Rashford to have success for us,” said Dalot while in conversation with the Manchester United in-house media.

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Rashford, who had been suffering through something of a dry spell, has seemingly found his feet as far as netting crucial goals for the club is concerned. Rashford's return to glory has been credited to his personal happiness at the club by head coach Erik ten Hag.

The 24-year-old played a vital role in the Red Devils' victories against Premier League rivals Arsenal and Liverpool, scoring a brace against the Gunners and a solitary goal against the scousers in their own backyard at Old Trafford.

Manchester United defensive ace Diogo Dalot recently offered his candid take on teammate and attacking maestro Marcus Rashford. He went on to wax lyrical about his athletic prowess and tendency to find the back of the net frequently.

Manchester United defensive ace Diogo Dalot recently offered his candid take on teammate and attacking maestro Marcus Rashford. He went on to wax lyrical about his athletic prowess and tendency to find the back of the net frequently. In addition to his goal-scoring abilities, Dalot admitted that Rashford, as a human being was one of the kindest people, admitting that he held this particular trait in extremely high regard. ALSO READ: 'It's embarrassing'- Jamie Carragher nukes Liverpool's defensive efforts against Napoli after 4-1 drubbing The Portuguese defensive talent went on to admit that the Englishman played a vital role in the team's attacking lineup. He further asserted that Rashford is an absolute pleasure to assist, adding that he and the fans would love to see him learn and grow into a prolific goal-scorer. “I’ve known Rashford for four, five years now and he’s an absolutely fantastic kid. Very good human being, which is for me the first big standard. And then as a player, he is fantastic. "We are so delighted for him to be scoring goals, to assist, to have an impact on this team, and I think every Man United fan wants Rashford to have success for us,” said Dalot while in conversation with the Manchester United in-house media. ALSO READ: Chelsea arrive at verbal accords with Graham Potter to replace Thomas Tuchel at the helm of the club Rashford, who had been suffering through something of a dry spell, has seemingly found his feet as far as netting crucial goals for the club is concerned. Rashford's return to glory has been credited to his personal happiness at the club by head coach Erik ten Hag. The 24-year-old played a vital role in the Red Devils' victories against Premier League rivals Arsenal and Liverpool, scoring a brace against the Gunners and a solitary goal against the scousers in their own backyard at Old Trafford.

‘He is fantastic’- Diogo Dalot waxes lyrical about Manchester United teammate Marcus Rashford

Portugal defender Joao Cancelo has been ruled out of Euro 2020 after testing positive for COVID-19. The development comes as a huge blow to the defending champions as Cancelo looked at top of his form prior to the tournament and is regarded as one of the key players of Portugal. <o:p></o:p>

Manchester United’s Diogo Dalot, who is on loan to AC Milan, has been named the replacement for the Manchester City right-back in the Portugal squad as they gear up to open their Group F campaign against Hungary in Budapest on Tuesday.<o:p></o:p>

Portugal take on Germany in Munich four days later with world champions France scheduled to play them in Budapest on June 23. <o:p></o:p>

Cancelo is now self-isolating after Saturday's test result.<o:p></o:p>

"According to the Covid-19 protocol established by UEFA before Euro 2020 matches every player in the squad underwent RT-PCR tests on Saturday. The results, with the exception of Joao Cancelo, were negative," the Portuguese federation announced.

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Cancelo is one of the Euro 2020 players to have contracted the COVID-19.<o:p></o:p>

Not only Portugal but even Russia have been dealt a hammer blow in the build-up to the delayed Euro 2020 after winger Andrei Mostovoy tested positive for the virus and was ruled out on Friday. They went on to suffer a 3-0 defeat to Belgium.<o:p></o:p>

Spain’s Sergio Busquets is also self-isolating while being ruled out of their opening game against Sweden on Monday in Seville after testing positive last weekend. <o:p></o:p>

Sweden forward Dejan Kulusevski of Juventus and midfielder Mattias Svanberg also tested positive, with six reserve players called up on stand-by.<o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from agencies)<o:p></o:p>

Portugal defender Joao Cancelo has been ruled out of Euro 2020 after testing positive for COVID-19. The development comes as a huge blow to the defending champions as Cancelo looked at top of his form prior to the tournament and is regarded as one of the key players of Portugal.

Portugal defender Joao Cancelo has been ruled out of Euro 2020 after testing positive for COVID-19. The development comes as a huge blow to the defending champions as Cancelo looked at top of his form prior to the tournament and is regarded as one of the key players of Portugal. Manchester United’s Diogo Dalot, who is on loan to AC Milan, has been named the replacement for the Manchester City right-back in the Portugal squad as they gear up to open their Group F campaign against Hungary in Budapest on Tuesday. Portugal take on Germany in Munich four days later with world champions France scheduled to play them in Budapest on June 23. Cancelo is now self-isolating after Saturday's test result. "According to the Covid-19 protocol established by UEFA before Euro 2020 matches every player in the squad underwent RT-PCR tests on Saturday. The results, with the exception of Joao Cancelo, were negative," the Portuguese federation announced. ALSO READ: Football: Teemu Pukki says Denmark game among most difficult of career after Eriksen scare Cancelo is one of the Euro 2020 players to have contracted the COVID-19. Not only Portugal but even Russia have been dealt a hammer blow in the build-up to the delayed Euro 2020 after winger Andrei Mostovoy tested positive for the virus and was ruled out on Friday. They went on to suffer a 3-0 defeat to Belgium. Spain’s Sergio Busquets is also self-isolating while being ruled out of their opening game against Sweden on Monday in Seville after testing positive last weekend. Sweden forward Dejan Kulusevski of Juventus and midfielder Mattias Svanberg also tested positive, with six reserve players called up on stand-by. (With inputs from agencies)

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