Manchester United History: 23 April

Manchester United 0-0 Brighton

Date: April 23, 2023
Venue: Wembley
Result: D
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
On April 23, 2023, at Wembley, Manchester United and Brighton battled to a goalless draw in a tense affair marked by David De Gea’s crucial saves and defensive resilience, leaving both sides frustrated in a match devoid of scoring.


Manchester United 1-3 Arsenal

Date: April 23, 2022
Venue: Emirates Stadium
Result: L
United Scorers: Cristiano Ronaldo 34′
Opponent Scorers: Nuno Tavares 3′, Bukayo Saka 32′ (pen), Granit Xhaka 70′

In an intense clash at the Emirates Stadium, Manchester United fell 3-1 to Arsenal, despite a first-half goal from Cristiano Ronaldo at 34′ that followed an early strike by Nuno Tavares (3′) and a Bukayo Saka penalty (32′), before Granit Xhaka sealed the game for the Gunners with a distant thunderbolt (70′).


Manchester United 2-0 Burnley

Date: April 23, 2017
Venue: Turf Moor
Result: W
United Scorers: Anthony Martial 21′, Wayne Rooney 39′
On April 23, 2017, at Turf Moor, Manchester United claimed a decisive 2-0 victory over Burnley with Anthony Martial opening the scoring in the 21st minute followed by Wayne Rooney’s return to the scoresheet in the 39th, as both players delivered standout performances that propelled United to a vital win.


Manchester United 2-1 Everton

Date: April 23, 2016
Venue: Wembley
Result: W
United Scorers: Marouane Fellaini 34′, Anthony Martial 90’+3
Opponent Scorers: Chris Smalling 75′ (o.g.)

On April 23, 2016, at Wembley Stadium, Manchester United secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Everton in the FA Cup semi-final, where Marouane Fellaini opened the scoring in the 34th minute, Chris Smalling’s unfortunate own goal leveled the match in the 75th, and Anthony Martial thrillingly clinched the win with a last-gasp goal in stoppage time, sending United into the final amidst stellar performances from David De Gea and Martial himself.


Manchester United 1-0 Everton

Date: April 23, 2011
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Javier Hernandez 83′
On April 23, 2011, at Old Trafford, Manchester United clinched a tense 1-0 victory over Everton thanks to Javier Hernandez’s decisive 83rd-minute header, propelling the team closer to the Premier League title, with standout performances from Patrice Evra and Wayne Rooney adding resilience and creativity throughout the match.


Manchester United 0-0 Barcelona

Date: April 23, 2008
Venue: Nou Camp
Result: D
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
On April 23, 2008, at the Nou Camp, Manchester United held Barcelona to a tense 0-0 draw, with Cristiano Ronaldo missing an early penalty serving as the game’s crucial turning point, while United’s defense, led by the imperious Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidić, executed a resolute display to stifle Barcelona’s attacking prowess.


Manchester United 4-3 Real Madrid

Date: April 23, 2003
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Ruud van Nistelrooy 43′, Ivan Helguera 52′ (o.g.), David Beckham 71′, 85′
Opponent Scorers: Ronaldo 12′, 50′, 59′

In a pulsating Champions League quarter-final second leg at Old Trafford on April 23, 2003, Manchester United triumphed 4-3 against Real Madrid, although bowing out on aggregate, as Ruud van Nistelrooy’s predatory close-range strike, an unfortunate own goal by Ivan Helguera, and two sublime David Beckham free-kicks were overshadowed by a mesmerizing Ronaldo hat-trick, which earned the Brazilian a standing ovation from both sets of fans and marked a night of unforgettable drama.


Manchester United 0-1 Borussia Dortmund

Date: April 23, 1997
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Lars Ricken 8′

On April 23, 1997, at Old Trafford, Lars Ricken’s early goal in the 8th minute clinched a pivotal 1-0 victory for Borussia Dortmund over Manchester United in a tightly contested UEFA Champions League semifinal clash, leaving the home side frustrated despite commendable efforts from Eric Cantona and Ryan Giggs.


Manchester United 2-0 Manchester City

Date: April 23, 1994
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Eric Cantona 40′, 45′
On April 23, 1994, at Old Trafford, Manchester United secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Manchester City, with Eric Cantona dazzling the home crowd by netting both goals just before halftime.


Manchester United 2-0 Watford

Date: April 23, 1983
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Laurie Cunningham 50′, Ashley Grimes 62′ (pen)

On April 23, 1983, at Old Trafford, Manchester United triumphed 2-0 over Watford, with exhilarating performances by Laurie Cunningham, who opened the scoring in the 50th minute, and Ashley Grimes, who sealed the victory with a confidently struck penalty in the 62nd minute.


Manchester United 2-1 Aston Villa

Date: April 23, 1980
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Joe Jordan 4′, 68′
Opponent Scorers: Des Bremner 89′

On April 23, 1980, at Old Trafford, Joe Jordan’s brace secured Manchester United a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa, despite Des Bremner’s late goal in the 89th minute, with Jordan’s early strike in the 4th minute setting the tone and his 68th-minute second sealing the match.


Manchester United 2-1 Leeds United

Date: April 23, 1977
Venue: Hillsborough
Result: W
United Scorers: Steve Coppell 6′, Jimmy Greenhoff 14′
Opponent Scorers: Allan Clarke 71′ (pen)

On April 23, 1977, at Hillsborough, Manchester United secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Leeds United, as Steve Coppell’s early strike in the 6th minute and Jimmy Greenhoff’s follow-up in the 14th laid the foundation for the win, despite Allan Clarke’s 71st-minute penalty for Leeds, with United showcasing a robust defense to maintain their lead.


Manchester United 0-1 Everton

Date: April 23, 1974
Venue: Goodison Park
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Michael Lyons 50′

On April 23, 1974, at Goodison Park, Manchester United faced a hard-fought battle against Everton, ultimately succumbing 0-1, as Michael Lyons’ decisive 50th-minute goal sealed the match, with Everton’s solid defensive performance stifling United’s attempts in a game marked by resilient play from both sides.


Manchester United 1-2 Sheffield United

Date: April 23, 1973
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: L
United Scorers: Brian Kidd 12′
Opponent Scorers: Bill Dearden 22′, Keith Eddy 62′

On April 23, 1973, at Old Trafford, Manchester United suffered a 1-2 defeat against Sheffield United despite an early goal by Brian Kidd in the 12th minute, as Bill Dearden equalized in the 22nd minute and Keith Eddy secured the victory with a decisive strike in the 62nd minute, highlighting a resilient performance from the visitors in front of a frustrated home crowd.


Manchester United 0-2 AC Milan

Date: April 23, 1969
Venue: Stadio San Siro
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Angelo Sormani 33′, Kurt Hamrin 49′


Manchester United 0-1 Everton

Date: April 23, 1966
Venue: Burnden Park
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Colin Harvey 78′


Manchester United 0-1 Sheffield United

Date: April 23, 1962
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Derek Pace 11′


Manchester United 2-5 Arsenal

Date: April 23, 1960
Venue: Highbury
Result: L
United Scorers: Mark Pearson 12′, Johnny Giles 44′
Opponent Scorers: Danny Clapton 7′, Jimmy Bloomfield 16′, 67′, 79′, Gerry Ward 88′


Manchester United 1-1 Newcastle United

Date: April 23, 1958
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: D
United Scorers: Alex Dawson 11′
Opponent Scorers: Len White 86′


Manchester United 3-2 Arsenal

Date: April 23, 1955
Venue: Highbury
Result: W
United Scorers: Jackie Blanchflower 6′, 60′, Peter Goring 30′ (o.g.)
Opponent Scorers: Doug Lishman 3′, 9′


Manchester United 2-2 Preston North End

Date: April 23, 1949
Venue: Maine Road
Result: D
United Scorers: John Downie 39′, 80′
Opponent Scorers: Tom Finney 6′, Eddy Brown 65′


Manchester United 3-1 Bradford Park Avenue

Date: April 23, 1938
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: William McKay 4′, Jack Smith 25′, Harry Baird 53′
Opponent Scorers: Thomas Lewis 52′


Manchester United 1-0 Bradford City

Date: April 23, 1932
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: George Fitton 34′


Manchester United 0-0 Huddersfield Town

Date: April 23, 1927
Venue: Leeds Road
Result: D
United Scorers: No scorers recorded


Manchester United 0-2 Blackburn Rovers

Date: April 23, 1921
Venue: Ewood Park
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Harry Healless 4′, 49′ (pen)


Manchester United 3-3 Everton

Date: April 23, 1910
Venue: Goodison Park
Result: D
United Scorers: Thomas Homer ??’, George Wall ??’ (pen), Sandy Turnbull ??’
Opponent Scorers: Walter White ??’, Arthur Berry ??’, ??’


Manchester United 2-0 Burton United

Date: April 23, 1904
Venue: Bank Street
Result: W
United Scorers: Sandy Robertson 5′, William Grassam 60′


Manchester United 2-0 Chesterfield

Date: April 23, 1902
Venue: Bank Street
Result: W
United Scorers: James Coupar ??’, Stephen Preston ??’


Manchester United 3-2 Darwen

Date: April 23, 1898
Venue: Bank Street
Result: W
United Scorers: Willie Bryant ??’, James Collinson ??’, ??’
Opponent Scorers: D.Blake ??’, ??’


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