Manchester United History: 22 April

Manchester United 3-0 Aston Villa

Date: April 22, 2013
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Robin van Persie 2′, 13′, 33′
On April 22, 2013, at Old Trafford, Robin van Persie’s scintillating first-half hat-trick propelled Manchester United to a dominant 3-0 victory over Aston Villa, clinching the Premier League title for the Red Devils in a match marked by his exquisite volleyed second goal and a resolute defensive performance.


Manchester United 4-4 Everton

Date: April 22, 2012
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: D
United Scorers: Wayne Rooney 41′, 69′, Danny Welbeck 57′, Nani 60′
Opponent Scorers: Nikica Jelavic 33′, 83′, *Marouane Fellaini 67′, Steven Pienaar 85′

In a thrilling showdown at Old Trafford on April 22, 2012, Manchester United and Everton delivered a dramatic 4-4 draw, with Wayne Rooney’s brace complemented by goals from Danny Welbeck and Nani, while Nikica Jelavic and Marouane Fellaini orchestrated an inspiring comeback for Everton, with Steven Pienaar’s late strike sealing a memorable share of the spoils.


Manchester United 2-0 Portsmouth

Date: April 22, 2009
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Wayne Rooney 9′, Michael Carrick 82′
On April 22, 2009, at Old Trafford, Manchester United secured a 2-0 victory over Portsmouth, highlighted by Wayne Rooney’s early goal in the 9th minute and Michael Carrick’s clinching strike in the 82nd minute, ensuring a dominant performance that kept fans on the edge of their seats.


Manchester United 3-1 Southampton

Date: April 22, 2000
Venue: The Dell
Result: W
United Scorers: David Beckham 8′, Francis Benali 15′ (o.g.), Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 30′
Opponent Scorers: Marion Pahars 84′

On April 22, 2000, at The Dell, Manchester United triumphed 3-1 over Southampton, with David Beckham igniting the match with an eighth-minute free-kick, an unfortunate own goal by Francis Benali extending United’s lead, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sealing the victory by converting brilliantly in the 30th minute, before Marion Pahars’ late consolation, all underscoring United’s dominant performance that day.


Manchester United 0-1 West Ham United

Date: April 22, 1992
Venue: Boleyn Ground
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Kenny Brown 66′

On April 22, 1992, at the Boleyn Ground, Manchester United’s title hopes were dealt a significant blow as Kenny Brown’s 66th-minute strike secured a 1-0 victory for West Ham United, with the Red Devils struggling to break down a resilient Hammers’ defense.


Manchester United 0-1 Charlton Athletic

Date: April 22, 1989
Venue: Selhurst Park
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Mark Reid 7′ (pen)

On April 22, 1989, at Selhurst Park, Manchester United stumbled to a narrow 1-0 defeat against Charlton Athletic, with Mark Reid converting a crucial early penalty in the 7th minute, as United’s attacking efforts were thwarted by a resolute Charlton defense, leaving notable players like Bryan Robson striving in vain for an equalizer.


Manchester United 3-0 West Ham United

Date: April 22, 1978
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Ashley Grimes 68′ (pen), Sammy McIlroy 76′, Stuart Pearson 78′

On April 22, 1978, at Old Trafford, Manchester United triumphed over West Ham United with a 3-0 victory, ignited by Ashley Grimes’ 68th-minute penalty and swiftly followed by goals from Sammy McIlroy and Stuart Pearson, showcasing a dominant second-half performance.


Manchester United 0-0 Nottingham Forest

Date: April 22, 1972
Venue: City Ground, Nottingham
Result: D
United Scorers: No scorers recorded

On April 22, 1972, at the City Ground, Manchester United and Nottingham Forest battled to a tense 0-0 draw, with both sides showcasing strong defensive performances and United’s goalkeeper, Alex Stepney, making several crucial saves to deny Forest a breakthrough.


Manchester United 0-0 Sunderland

Date: April 22, 1967
Venue: Roker Park
Result: D
United Scorers: No scorers recorded


Manchester United 2-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers

Date: April 22, 1963
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: David Herd 5′, Denis Law 40′
Opponent Scorers: Tony Dunne 25′ (o.g.)


Manchester United 4-2 Preston North End

Date: April 22, 1961
Venue: Deepdale
Result: W
United Scorers: Bobby Charlton 18′, 87′, Maurice Setters 20′, 44′
Opponent Scorers: Peter Thompson 28′, Garbutt Richardson 32′


Manchester United 2-0 Burnley

Date: April 22, 1957
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Alex Dawson 65′, Colin Webster 88′


Manchester United 1-2 Newcastle United

Date: April 22, 1950
Venue: St James Park, Newcastle
Result: L
United Scorers: John Downie 66′
Opponent Scorers: Robert Mitchell 58′, Thomas Walker 72′


Manchester United 3-0 Brentford

Date: April 22, 1939
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: William Bryant 56′, Johnny Carey 70′, Jackie Wassall 83′


Manchester United 0-1 Southampton

Date: April 22, 1935
Venue: The Dell
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Johnny McIllwane 12′


Manchester United 1-2 West Ham United

Date: April 22, 1933
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: L
United Scorers: Neil Dewar 65′
Opponent Scorers: John Morton 35′, Arthur Wilson 60′


Manchester United 2-2 Huddersfield Town

Date: April 22, 1930
Venue: Leeds Road
Result: D
United Scorers: Hugh McLenahan 20′, Clarence Hilditch 21′ (pen)
Opponent Scorers: Jimmy Smailes 43′, Wilf Lewis 53′


Manchester United 1-1 Southampton

Date: April 22, 1925
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: D
United Scorers: Albert Pape 29′
Opponent Scorers: Art Dominy 68′


Manchester United 1-1 Oldham Athletic

Date: April 22, 1922
Venue: Boundary Park
Result: D
United Scorers: Arthur Lochhead 46′
Opponent Scorers: Charlie Wallace 37′


Manchester United 2-1 Sheffield United

Date: April 22, 1914
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: George Anderson 43′, 61′
Opponent Scorers: Stan Fazackerley 80′


Manchester United 2-4 Aston Villa

Date: April 22, 1911
Venue: Villa Park
Result: L
United Scorers: Harold Halse 20′, 75′ (pen)
Opponent Scorers: Joe Bache 15′, Harry Hampton 35′, Horace Henshall 62′, Charlie Wallace ??’ (pen)


Manchester United 2-2 Bolton Wanderers

Date: April 22, 1908
Venue: Burnden Park
Result: D
United Scorers: Harold Halse 40′, George Stacey 80′ (pen)
Opponent Scorers: Walter White 13′, Albert Shepherd 46′


Manchester United 3-0 Everton

Date: April 22, 1907
Venue: Bank Street
Result: W
United Scorers: James Bannister 12′ , Billy Meredith ??’, Sandy Turnbull ??’


Manchester United 0-4 Liverpool

Date: April 22, 1905
Venue: Anfield
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Sam Raybould ??, 43′, 85′, Jack Cox 40′


Manchester United 1-1 Darwen

Date: April 22, 1899
Venue: Barley Bank
Result: D
United Scorers: William Morgan 60′
Opponent Scorers: Oliver Pilkington 22′


Manchester United 1-1 Birmingham City

Date: April 22, 1893
Venue: Victoria Ground
Result: D
United Scorers: Alf Farman ??’
Opponent Scorers: Fred Wheldon ??’


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