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Gary Meenaghan


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Egotistical and arrogant: it is amazing what a raised collar can do to a man’s reputation. In this case, Eric Cantona, who was the catalyst to Sir Alex Ferguson's early teams.
Best team from the best of times: Sir Alex Ferguson's excellent XI

As the great manager prepares for his final Manchester United match on Sunday, Gary Meenaghan, chooses a best XI from 27 Old Trafford years.

SportMay 18, 2013
Philippe Valenza, the 18-year-old Spaniard, wants to make the most of his selection to race in the United States. Courtesy Al Ain Raceway
UAE karting team side set for Rotax Max Grand Finals

Four drivers chosen to compete in New Orleans in November, writes Gary Meenaghan.

Other SportMay 17, 2013
Shaqran makes a flying visit
Shaqran makes a flying visit
SportMay 14, 2013
Every team from the winner in Spain, Ferrari's Fernando Alonso, top left, to Red Bull Racing struggled with the tyres. Getty Images (2), Reuters, EPA
Pirelli have a balancing act to do on tyres in Formula One

Conservation of tyres may add to the strategic quotient but the sport is also about fast cars, writes Gary Meenaghan.

SportMay 13, 2013
Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy. Toby Canham / Getty Images
Premier League: procrastination of Levy has held Tottenham back

Levy's tactic of leaving negotiating to the last minute likely saved Spurs money, but the five points Spurs dropped in August would have made him a lot more cash this weekend.

The NationalMay 13, 2013
Al Ain playmaker Omar Abdulrahman with the Under 17 football World Cup mascot Shaqran at the Burj Al Arab in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
Under 17 World Cup mascot Shaqran makes a flying visit at Burj Al Arab

The three-week tournament will run from October 17 to November 8 and feature 52 matches across six venues in five emirates.

SportMay 13, 2013
Another grand prix, another race Sebastian Vettel and Red Bull Racing complain about tyre wear and Pirelli. The three-time world champion still managed to finish fourth behind Fernando Alonso, Kimi Raikkonen and Felipe Massa.
It's Fernando Alonso who reigns at the Formula One Grand Prix of Spain

Fernando Alonso makes a statement with his second win on the season with only his second-ever win at his home grand prix in Spain.

SportMay 12, 2013
Eliot Jones, 11, won twice and finished on the podium four times to qualify for the international karting event in Paris. Sammy Dallal / The National
Dubai's Eliot Jones headed to Paris for Sodi World Series karting event

Eleven-year-old Dubai resident ready to channel the spirit of Lewis Hamilton as he looks to convince his father a karting career is worth the investment. Gary Meenaghan reports.

SportMay 09, 2013
Action from the Hadi Rivandi-Fernando Cosenday fight from last year's Dubai Fighting Championship, which was held on May 4. Mike Young / The National
MMA: Dubai and Global Fighting Championships spar over same date

Two events vie for recognition at the same time at different venues, writes Gary Meenaghan.

SportMay 08, 2013
Wigan Athletic’s Shaun Maloney, centre, celebrates Saturday after a win over West Brom. Clive Mason / Getty Images
Best and Worst: Late Wigan Athletic surge is full of Shaun Maloney

Wigan Athletic's Shaun Maloney wwill not go down quietly, Tottenham's Gareth Bale is still debated and the need for goal-line technology is proven once again, writes Gary Meenaghan.

SportMay 05, 2013
Does Maria Sharapova really need another Porsche?
Does Maria Sharapova really need another Porsche?
SportApril 30, 2013
Rafael Nadal beat Nicolas Almagro to secure his fourth title this year in as many months. Manu Fernandez / AP Photo
Rafael Nadal's running in top gear since comeback from knee injury

The Spaniard once again looks the part of master when stepping on clay, writes Gary Meenaghan.

TennisApril 29, 2013
Maria Sharapova was presented a Porsche car for winning in the final of the Stuttgart Grand Prix. Michael Dalder / Reuters
Maria Sharapova's car trophy for Stuttgart win a non-starter

The result also removed a problem for Porsche. Li, sponsored by Mercedes, would have been contractually forbidden from taking part in the presentation.

TennisApril 29, 2013
Instead of bringing in an expensive summer transfer Chelsea should just bring back Romelu Lukaku, who is currently on loan at West Bromwich Albion.
Premier League Best and Worst: Chelsea's best striker not in blue

Romelu Lukaku may be Chelsea's best striker, but he is wearing West Bromwich Albion's kit as the 20 year old completes his loan deal. Gary Meenaghan works through the English Premier League's best and worst for the week.

SportApril 28, 2013
Al Jazira's Fernandiho, left, battles for possession with Ahmed Mallah of Dubai during Saturday's action at the Dubai Sports & Cultural Club Stadium. Satish Kumar / The National
Pro League round-up: Al Jazira benefit from own goal and escape Dubai with a point

Dubai gets a goal from substitute Mohamed Ali Hussain before an own goal in the 84th minute help Al Jazira walk away with a point, writes Gary Meenaghan.

SportApril 27, 2013
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