Manchester is arguably the footballing centre of the universe at the moment, with two of the world's biggest forces based there. First and foremost is the more famous of the two, Manchester United. They have one of the best records in Europe. The second, who up until recently have been kept in their counterpart's shadow, is Manchester City. Manchester City play at the City of Manchester stadium, whilst Manchester United stage their home games at the Old Trafford stadium.
Manchester United F. C. was founded in 1878, under the initial name of Newton H
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ealth LYR Football Club. After a few years of playing, the club accrued some rather severe debts, and consequently was served a winding up order. Through the donations of some locals, the club was able to continue though, and they eventually won First Division in 1908.
In 1945, the managerial duties of the club were transferred over to Matt Busby. With his tactical know-how, the team was able to greatly improve, and went on to win several titles. In 1958, tragedy struck in the form of an airplane accident in Munich after facing Red Star Belgrade. 23 people, eight of whom were players, lost their lives, and Busby was badly injured. Though the team was set back by the loss of these players, Busby was able to build back the squad and finish victorious in several tournaments.
In recent years they have had much success on a domestic and international level, under the helm of Sir Alex Ferguson, who has been one of the most successful managers ever in world football over his 25 year spell. But, Manchester City, who are now the richest club in the world following a takeover by Middle-Eastern billionaires, could soon knock them off their mantel. But it will take decades to re-write the history books in the way which Manchester United have done.