Manchester United History: 12 April

Manchester United 4-2 Manchester City

Date: April 12, 2015
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Ashley Young 14′, Maroune Fellaini 27′, Juan Mata 67′, Chris Smalling 73′
Opponent Scorers: Sergio Aguero 8′, 89′

In a thrilling Manchester derby at Old Trafford on April 12, 2015, Manchester United overcame an early setback from Sergio Aguero’s 8th-minute goal to secure a 4-2 victory over Manchester City, with standout performances by Ashley Young, who equalized in the 14th minute, Marouane Fellaini, Juan Mata, and Chris Smalling, all finding the net in a dominant display, before Aguero added a late consolation in the 89th minute.


Manchester United 2-1 Chelsea

Date: April 12, 2011
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Javier Hernandez 43′, Ji-Sung Park 77′
Opponent Scorers: Didier Drogba 77′

On April 12, 2011, at Old Trafford, Manchester United secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Chelsea in the Champions League quarter-final, highlighted by Javier Hernandez’s opener at 43 minutes and Ji-Sung Park’s decisive strike just moments after Didier Drogba temporarily leveled the score at 77 minutes, showcasing United’s resilience and tactical prowess.


Manchester United 6-2 Newcastle United

Date: April 12, 2003
Venue: St James Park, Newcastle
Result: W
United Scorers: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 32′, Paul Scholes 34′, 38′, 52′, Ryan Giggs 44′, Ruud van Nistelrooy 58′ (pen)
Opponent Scorers: Jermaine Jenas 21′, Shola Ameobi 89′

On April 12, 2003, at St James’ Park, Manchester United delivered an electrifying performance against Newcastle United, triumphing 6-2 with standout moments from Paul Scholes, who netted a hat-trick, and contributions from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Ryan Giggs, and Ruud van Nistelrooy, overshadowing early resistance by Jermaine Jenas and a late consolation by Shola Ameobi.


Manchester United 3-2 Blackburn Rovers

Date: April 12, 1997
Venue: Ewood Park
Result: W
United Scorers: Andrew Cole 32′, Paul Scholes 42′, Eric Cantona 79′
Opponent Scorers: Billy McKinlay 35′, Paul Warhurst 86′

On April 12, 1997, at Ewood Park, Manchester United edged out Blackburn Rovers with a thrilling 3-2 victory, highlighted by goals from Andrew Cole, Paul Scholes, and an electrifying finish from Eric Cantona, countered by strikes from Billy McKinlay and Paul Warhurst, in a match that underscored United’s resilient attack and critical finishing.


Manchester United 2-0 Crystal Palace

Date: April 12, 1995
Venue: Villa Park
Result: W
United Scorers: Steve Bruce 30′, Gary Pallister 41′
On April 12, 1995, at Villa Park, Manchester United triumphed 2-0 over Crystal Palace in a decisive match, with commanding performances by Steve Bruce and Gary Pallister, who each netted crucial goals in the first half.


Manchester United 1-0 Coventry City

Date: April 12, 1993
Venue: Highfield Road
Result: W
United Scorers: Denis Irwin 40′
On April 12, 1993, Manchester United secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Coventry City at Highfield Road, with Denis Irwin’s precise strike in the 40th minute proving decisive, while Peter Schmeichel’s commanding presence in goal thwarted any Coventry threats.


Manchester United 1-0 Nottingham Forest

Date: April 12, 1992
Venue: Wembley
Result: W
United Scorers: Brian McClair 14′
On April 12, 1992, at Wembley, Manchester United clinched a narrow 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest, thanks to Brian McClair’s decisive 14th-minute strike, in a match characterized by a cohesive defensive display and a commendable performance by Peter Schmeichel, preserving the lead amid Forest’s determined attempts to equalize.


Manchester United 3-0 Luton Town

Date: April 12, 1988
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Brian McClair 44′, Bryan Robson 66′, Peter Davenport 68′

On April 12, 1988, at Old Trafford, Manchester United secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Luton Town, with standout performances as Brian McClair opened the scoring just before halftime, followed by a swift double from Bryan Robson and Peter Davenport in the second half, cementing a decisive win.


Manchester United 1-0 West Bromwich Albion

Date: April 12, 1982
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Kevin Moran 67′

On April 12, 1982, at Old Trafford, Manchester United secured a narrow 1-0 victory over West Bromwich Albion thanks to Kevin Moran’s decisive header in the 67th minute, backed by a resilient defensive display and notable performances from Bryan Robson in midfield, propelling United to a crucial home win.


Manchester United 4-1 Tottenham Hotspur

Date: April 12, 1980
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Andy Ritchie 16′, 20′, 56′, Ray Wilkins 76′
Opponent Scorers: Osvaldo Ardiles 68′

On April 12, 1980, at Old Trafford, Manchester United triumphed 4-1 over Tottenham Hotspur with a stellar hat-trick by Andy Ritchie (16′, 20′, 56′) and a goal from Ray Wilkins (76′), while Osvaldo Ardiles netted a consolation goal for Spurs in the 68th minute.


Manchester United 1-0 Fulham

Date: April 12, 1975
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Gerry Daly 20′

On April 12, 1975, at Old Trafford, Manchester United secured a 1-0 victory over Fulham, courtesy of Gerry Daly’s decisive 20th-minute goal, highlighted by a commanding performance from the United defense that maintained the slender lead despite Fulham’s persistent attacks.


Manchester United 1-3 Manchester City

Date: April 12, 1972
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: L
United Scorers: Martin Buchan 59′
Opponent Scorers: Francis Lee 61′, 85′, Rodney Marsh 65′

In a fierce local derby at Old Trafford on April 12, 1972, Manchester United fell 1-3 to Manchester City, despite Martin Buchan’s 59th-minute goal, as City stormed back with Francis Lee scoring a brace in the 61st and 85th minutes, and Rodney Marsh adding another in the 65th, securing a decisive victory for the visitors.


Manchester United 1-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers

Date: April 12, 1971
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Alan Gowling 42′

In a tense match at Old Trafford on April 12, 1971, Manchester United clinched a narrow 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, with Alan Gowling’s decisive strike in the 42nd minute and a resilient defensive display anchoring the Red Devils’ triumph.


Manchester United 0-2 Newcastle United

Date: April 12, 1969
Venue: St James Park, Newcastle
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Pop Robson 8′ (pen), *Alan Foggon 84′


Manchester United 4-0 Fulham

Date: April 12, 1968
Venue: Craven Cottage
Result: W
United Scorers: George Best 20′, 34′, Brian Kidd 40′, Denis Law 50′


Manchester United 1-0 Leicester City

Date: April 12, 1965
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: David Herd 49′


Manchester United 6-0 Burnley

Date: April 12, 1961
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Dennis Viollet 30′, 55′, 82′, Albert Quixall 43′, 61′, 75′


Manchester United 0-1 Tottenham Hotspur

Date: April 12, 1958
Venue: White Hart Lane
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Tommy Harmer 42′ (pen)


Manchester United 4-0 Liverpool

Date: April 12, 1952
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Roger Byrne 26′ (pen), 53′, John Downie 51′, Jack Rowley 59′


Manchester United 0-0 Brentford

Date: April 12, 1947
Venue: Griffin Park
Result: D
United Scorers: No scorers recorded


Manchester United 5-1 Crystal Palace

Date: April 12, 1924
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Joe Spence 27′, 58′, 61′, 86′, Thomas Smith 37′
Opponent Scorers: Bill Hand 59′


Manchester United 1-2 Sheffield United

Date: April 12, 1913
Venue: Bramall Lane
Result: L
United Scorers: George Wall 85′
Opponent Scorers: Wally Hardinge 48′, Robert Evans 55′


Manchester United 0-0 Bristol City

Date: April 12, 1909
Venue: Ashton Gate
Result: D
United Scorers: No scorers recorded


Manchester United 1-3 Grimsby Town

Date: April 12, 1904
Venue: Blundell Park
Result: L
United Scorers: William Grassam ??’
Opponent Scorers: Frederick Rouse ??’, ??’, James Long ??’


Manchester United 5-0 Luton Town

Date: April 12, 1899
Venue: Bank Street
Result: W
United Scorers: Walter Cartwright ??’, Joe Cassidy ??’, Matthew Gillespie ??’, Edwin Lee ??’, William Morgan ??’


Manchester United 2-2 Bury

Date: April 12, 1895
Venue: Bank Street
Result: D
United Scorers: Bob Donaldson ??’, Joe Cassidy ??’
Opponent Scorers: Harry Millar ??’, Tom Wylie ??’


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