Manchester United History: 31 March

Manchester United 2-0 Swansea City

Date: March 31, 2018
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Romelu Lukaku 5′, Alexis Sanchez 20′
On March 31, 2018, at Old Trafford, Manchester United secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Swansea City, with Romelu Lukaku scoring in the 5th minute and Alexis Sanchez adding another in the 20th, showcasing a dominant United performance with impressive displays from Lukaku and Sanchez throughout the match.


Manchester United 4-1 Blackburn Rovers

Date: March 31, 2007
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Paul Scholes 61′, Michael Carrick 72′, Ji-Sung Park 83′, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 90′
Opponent Scorers: Matthew Derbyshire 29′

On March 31, 2007, at Old Trafford, Manchester United staged a thrilling comeback to defeat Blackburn Rovers 4-1, with goals from Paul Scholes, Michael Carrick, Ji-Sung Park, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer overcoming Matthew Derbyshire’s early strike, showcasing a dominant second-half performance that highlighted United’s resilience and attacking prowess.


Manchester United 0-2 Liverpool

Date: March 31, 2001
Venue: Anfield
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Steven Gerrard 16′, Robbie Fowler 40′

On March 31, 2001, Manchester United fell to Liverpool 0-2 at Anfield, with Steven Gerrard’s powerful long-range strike in the 16th minute and Robbie Fowler’s composed finish in the 40th minute sealing the victory for the hosts, as United struggled to break Liverpool’s resolute defense.


Manchester United 2-1 Chelsea

Date: March 31, 1996
Venue: Villa Park
Result: W
United Scorers: Andrew Cole 55′, David Beckham 59′
Opponent Scorers: Ruud Gullit 35′

On March 31, 1996, at Villa Park, Manchester United staged a thrilling comeback against Chelsea, turning a 1-0 halftime deficit—courtesy of Ruud Gullit’s 35th-minute strike—into a 2-1 victory with electrifying goals from Andrew Cole in the 55th minute and a young David Beckham just four minutes later, showcasing their resilience and flair in a crucial fixture.


Manchester United 3-1 Norwich City

Date: March 31, 1992
Venue: Carrow Road
Result: W
United Scorers: Paul Ince 41′, 58′, Brian McClair 66′
Opponent Scorers: Lee Power 61′

In an engaging clash at Carrow Road on March 31, 1992, Manchester United triumphed 3-1 over Norwich City, courtesy of Paul Ince’s stellar brace and Brian McClair’s decisive strike, with Lee Power momentarily narrowing the gap for Norwich.


Manchester United 3-0 Coventry City

Date: March 31, 1990
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Mark Hughes 27′, 36′, Mark Robins 87′
On March 31, 1990, at Old Trafford, Manchester United secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Coventry City, with Mark Hughes delivering a remarkable performance by netting two goals in quick succession (27′, 36′) and Mark Robins sealing the win with a late strike at the 87th minute.


Manchester United 0-0 Everton

Date: March 31, 1986
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: D
United Scorers: No scorers recorded

On March 31, 1986, at Old Trafford, Manchester United and Everton played to a stalemate in a tightly contested match that ended 0-0, with notable performances from both goalkeepers, who made crucial saves to keep the match scoreless.


Manchester United 1-0 Liverpool

Date: March 31, 1985
Venue: Anfield
Result: W
United Scorers: Frank Stapleton 73′

On March 31, 1985, at Anfield, Manchester United clinched a tense 1-0 victory over Liverpool, thanks to a decisive 73rd-minute goal by Frank Stapleton, whose sharp finish rounded off a resilient team performance and silenced the fierce home crowd.


Manchester United 0-2 West Bromwich Albion

Date: March 31, 1984
Venue: The Hawthorns
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Steve Mackenzie 39′, Cyrille Regis 77′

On March 31, 1984, at The Hawthorns, West Bromwich Albion defeated Manchester United 2-0, with standout performances by Steve Mackenzie, who opened the scoring in the 39th minute, and Cyrille Regis, who secured the victory with a goal in the 77th minute.


Manchester United 2-2 Liverpool

Date: March 31, 1979
Venue: Maine Road
Result: D
United Scorers: Joe Jordan 19′, Brian Greenhoff 56′
Opponent Scorers: Kenny Dalglish 17′, Alan Hansen 82′

On March 31, 1979, at Maine Road, an electrifying battle saw Manchester United and Liverpool draw 2-2, with Joe Jordan equalizing after Kenny Dalglish’s early opener, Brian Greenhoff putting United ahead in the second half, only for Alan Hansen to secure a late point in a tense clash of football titans.


Manchester United 3-2 Oldham Athletic

Date: March 31, 1975
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Sammy McIlroy 23′, Lou Macari 26′, Steve Coppell 75′
Opponent Scorers: Ian Robins 48′, Alex Young 76′

Manchester United triumphed 3-2 over Oldham Athletic at Old Trafford on March 31, 1975, with standout performances from Sammy McIlroy, Lou Macari, and Steve Coppell, whose crucial 75th-minute goal was ultimately decisive despite spirited replies from Ian Robins and Alex Young.


Manchester United 2-0 Southampton

Date: March 31, 1973
Venue: The Dell
Result: W
United Scorers: Bobby Charlton 16′, Jim Holton 50′

On March 31, 1973, at The Dell, Manchester United clinched a solid 2-0 victory over Southampton, featuring an early strike from Bobby Charlton in the 16th minute and a commanding header by Jim Holton just after halftime in the 50th, both players delivering standout performances to seal the win.


Manchester United 2-1 Nottingham Forest

Date: March 31, 1970
Venue: City Ground, Nottingham
Result: W
United Scorers: Alan Gowling 24′, Bobby Charlton 56′
Opponent Scorers: Peter Hindley 1′

At the City Ground on March 31, 1970, Manchester United secured a 2-1 comeback victory over Nottingham Forest, as Alan Gowling’s precise strike in the 24th minute and Bobby Charlton’s characteristic brilliance in the 56th minute overturned Peter Hindley’s surprising early first-minute goal for Forest.


Manchester United 1-0 Nottingham Forest

Date: March 31, 1969
Venue: City Ground, Nottingham
Result: W
United Scorers: George Best 50′ (pen)


Manchester United 0-1 Leeds United

Date: March 31, 1965
Venue: City Ground, Nottingham
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Billy Bremner 89′


Manchester United 1-3 Tottenham Hotspur

Date: March 31, 1962
Venue: Hillsborough
Result: L
United Scorers: David Herd 82′
Opponent Scorers: Jimmy Greaves 4′, Cliff Jones 24′, Terry Medwin 87′


Manchester United 0-2 Blackpool

Date: March 31, 1961
Venue: Bloomfield Road
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Brian Peterson 32′, Nobby Stiles 71′ (o.g.)


Manchester United 2-3 Aston Villa

Date: March 31, 1958
Venue: Villa Park
Result: L
United Scorers: Colin Webster 13′, Alex Dawson 75′
Opponent Scorers: William Myerscough 35′, Gerald Hitchens 65′, John Sewell 90′


Manchester United 2-0 Huddersfield Town

Date: March 31, 1956
Venue: Leeds Road
Result: W
United Scorers: Tommy Taylor 20′, 74′


Manchester United 4-1 Chelsea

Date: March 31, 1951
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Stan Pearson 28′, 33′, 75′, Harry McShane 38′
Opponent Scorers: Stan Willemse 13′


Manchester United 2-0 Blackpool

Date: March 31, 1934
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Jack Cape ??’, Ernest Hine ??’


Manchester United 1-3 Aston Villa

Date: March 31, 1928
Venue: Villa Park
Result: L
United Scorers: William Rawlings 49′
Opponent Scorers: Thomas Smart 5′ (pen), Thomas Waring 47′, George Cook 67′


Manchester United 0-1 Blackpool

Date: March 31, 1923
Venue: Bloomfield Road
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: John Charles 80′


Manchester United 1-1 Tottenham Hotspur

Date: March 31, 1913
Venue: White Hart Lane
Result: D
United Scorers: Samuel Blott 58′
Opponent Scorers: Billy Minter 2′


Manchester United 0-2 Aston Villa

Date: March 31, 1909
Venue: Bank Street
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Joseph Walters ??’, Harry Hampton ??’


Manchester United 5-1 Barnsley

Date: March 31, 1906
Venue: Bank Street
Result: W
United Scorers: Alex Bell ??’, Jack Picken ??’, Charles Sagar ??’, ??’, ??’
Opponent Scorers: *George Wall ??’


Manchester United 5-0 Luton Town

Date: March 31, 1900
Venue: Bank Street
Result: W
United Scorers: Joe Cassidy ??’, ??’, ??’, Gilbert Godsmark ??’, ??’


Manchester United 1-3 Stoke City

Date: March 31, 1894
Venue: Victoria Ground
Result: L
United Scorers: John Clarkin ??’
Opponent Scorers: Joe Schofield 25′, Tommy Clare ??’, Wally McReddie ??’


Manchester United 1-0 Stoke City

Date: March 31, 1893
Venue: North Road, (Monsall)
Result: W
United Scorers: Alf Farman ??’


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