Rafael was thrown in to the centre of midfield alongside Ji-Sung Park for Manchester United's 3-2 defeat against Blackburn.

Whilst he admits he is far happier in his usual position, he hasn't ruled out making a move to the midfield when he's older.

"A little bit, yeah," he said.

Sir Alex Ferguson does not concede that Liverpool were deserved winners in their 2-1 win over Manchester United on Saturday and the Scot believes that the league champions should still be in the FA Cup based on the performance at Anfield.

United fought back from a goal down as Ji-Sung Park equalized Daniel Agger's headed opening goal at Merseyside but it was all in vain for the visitors as Dirk Kuyt scored late to ensure progress for the hosts.

Liverpool beat Man Utd 2-1 in the FA Cup 4th round on Saturday, thanks to an overdue goal from Dirk Kuyt in the 88th minute.
Liverpool lined up with a defensive formation with Jamie Carragher in front of a flat back four, paying too much respect to a United side shorn of players like Vidic, Ferdinand and Rooney.

By Alan Duffy

Manchester 5-0 Wigan Athletic Premier League 26th December 2011

Wigan's recent resurgence took quite a mauling at Old Trafford on Boxing Day, with Dimitar Berbatov giving Sir Alex Ferguson a timely reminder of his quality in front of goal with a superb hat-trick.

Ji Sung Park gives Manchester United an 8th minute lead at Old Trafford against Premier League strugglers Wigan.

Ji Sung Park gives Manchester United an 8th minute lead at Old Trafford against Premier League strugglers Wigan.

Lebanon achieve the impossible Lebanon Daily Star.

As a sidebar to all of the hype surrounding the Euro2012 play off qualifiers this past week, I noticed a great story emerging out of the Middle East which deserves more than a mention. Asian power South Korea were beaten 2-1 in Beirut by Lebanon who rank 112 places below them in the FIFA rankings which in any region is a huge accomplishment.

To celebrate Sir Alex Ferguson's 25th year in charge of Manchester United, he has named a youthful lineup for today's match against Sunderland. Wayne Rooney finds himself starting in the heart of the Premier League champions' midfield for a second straight match, partnering enforcer Darren Fletcher.

Two Chinese youngsters have realized a dream by beginning a week-long trial with Liverpool Football Club.
Lung Chan, 16, and Chen Nal, 15, arrived in the city on Wednesday ahead of a seven-day spell at the club's Academy.
A meet and greet with the likes of Frank McParland and Damien Comolli was first on the agenda prior to a Thursday evening training session with the Reds' U16 squad.

By Alan Duffy

Liverpool 1-1 Manchester United Premier League 15 October 2011

Stevie Gerrard returned to action and Wayne Rooney, apparently depressed after receiving his Euro 2012 ban, was left on the bench as 'the biggest game in the world' kicked off at lunchtime on Saturday.

Liverpool 1: Gerrard 68′
United 1: Hernandez 81′

In a match that was predictably testy, all the drama came in the last twenty minutes as Liverpool and United shared the points at Anfield. It was the same old story for Liverpool, who had plenty of clear-cut chances go begging.

Liverpool 1-1 Manchester United: Gerrard scores as Liverpool are held.

Steven Gerrard marked his first start of the 2011/12 season with a goal, as Liverpool were held to a 1-1 draw with Manchester United at Anfield on Saturday lunchtime. On his return to the initial teamsheet for the first time since March, the captain netted with a sublime free-kick in the 68th minute to give his side the lead in a tense contest.

Now the international break is over, the games start coming thick and fast as Manchester United have additional Champions League and Carling Cup commitments.
Sir Alex Ferguson knows how best to utilise his squad and will reward those who have patiently watched the Reds rack up three consecutive victories in the Barclays Premier League.

By DAVID MOSSE
Arsenal supporters hope Sunday's embarrassing 8-2 defeat to Manchester United represents rock bottom with Arsene Wenger finally motivated to react in the transfer market. The Gunners were without several first-team players, but there was no excuse for the shambolic defensive performance, particularly in the second half.

Ian Walton/Getty Images (Bleacher Report)Yossi Benayoun proved to be a game changer during his time at Liverpool. He made 134 appearances scoring 29 goals for the Reds from 2007-2010 until he signed a three year deal to move to Chelsea at the start of the 2010-11 season.
The Israeli international has suffered a long hard road since moving to Stamford Bridge however.

Ian Walton/Getty Images(Bleacher Report)Yossi Benayoun proved to be a game changer during his time at Liverpool. He made 134 appearances scoring 29 goals for the Reds from 2007-2010 until he signed a three year deal to move to Chelsea at the start of the 2010-11 season.
The Israeli international has suffered a long hard road since moving to Stamford Bridge however.

Ji-Sung Park has signed a new contract extension at Manchester United, which will see him stay at the club until
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The Daily Mail is reporting that Manchester United winger Gabriel Obertan is set to clinch a move to Newcastle on Monday. The young Frenchman has failed to break into the United first team, and after an impressive preseason campaign Alan Pardew is ready to slot him into Newcastle's squad.

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By THOMAS FLOYD

LANDOVER, MD. - Falling to FC Barcelona in May's Champions League final surely still stings for Manchester United, but the Red Devils exacted a small dose revenge against their European rival on Saturday, wrapping up an unbeaten U.

After Manchester United's 4-0 victory over the MLS All-Stars last night at Red Bull Arena, Alex Labidou of Goal.com was able to speak with Anders Lindegaard and Ji-Sung Park about what's needed for MLS, and specifically American soccer, to continue to grow.
Year after year, Manchester United continues to show that there is a huge disparity between the world's best and Major League Soccer.

Oliveira Anderson, Dimitar Berbatov, Ji-Sung Park and Danny Welbeck were all on the scoresheet as Manchester United beat MLS All-Stars
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Ji Sung Park had the goal of the match. Man Utd showed flashes of brilliance in their short passing game leading to Anderson's opening goal. David Beckham had a couple of long distance salvos against his former club. Anders Lindegaard had to come up with a very good save to deny Beckham. The MLS All Stars could have at least claimed a goal through Omar Bravo but the Mexican striker missed an easy chance on a rebound.

Here are a few quick thoughts put together after watching the All-Stars fall 4-0 to Manchester United.
The MLS All-Stars stepped on the field against Manchester United with a mission: Avenge the embarrassing defeat of last year. As the first half came and went, it was clear they were on to something.

Here are a few quick thoughts put together after watching the All-Stars fall 4-0 to Manchester United.
The MLS All-Stars stepped on the field against Manchester United with a mission: Avenge the embarrassing defeat of last year. As the first half came and went, it was clear they were on to something.

By Chris Wright

In which BFFs forever *pinky swear* Patrice Evra and Ji-Sung Park visit Gino's East in Chicago for a lesson in pizza-ing as part of Manchester United's whistle-stop pre-season charm offensive assault on the hearts and minds (and wallets) of America.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has said that Ji-Sung Park has been offered a new contract, which he is
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The Sounders made a match of it till halftime only down by a Michael Owen goal. After the break they pulled a number of their starters as Utd introduced Wayne Rooney and Ji Sung Park to the attack. Utd got going as Rooney scored a hattrick and then with eyes at the back of his head assisted on a Ji Sung Park goal.

Manchester United continue their pre-season tour tomorrow evening with their second match in the United States this one in Seattle against the Seattle Sounders. We've posted these beautiful images of the Premier League champions participating in the ceremonial coin ... Continue reading →

Michael Owen. Federico Macheda (2) and Ji-Sung Park were the goalscorers as Man United kicked-off their North American tour with a comfortable 4-1 victory over the New England Revolution. Kenny Mansally got the Revs goal.

United started with Anders Lindegaard in goal, a back four of Fabio, Jonathan Evans, Nemanja Vidic and Rafael.

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By THOMAS FLOYD

For 45 minutes Wednesday, the New England Revolution held its own against one of the top clubs the world has to offer.

Manchester United couldn't break through against the Revolution defense in a friendly before 51,523 at Gillette Stadium, and the two teams went into the break locked in a scoreless draw.

Manchester United blitzed the New England Revolutions in a second-half that produced 5 goals, Michael Owen opened the scoring before Frederico Macheda grabbed a brace and Ji Sung Park completed the blitz in United's opening US Pre-Season Tour.

Federico Macheda is back among the goals - scoring two against New England Revolution in a space of 6 mintues.Michael Owen and Ji-sung Park were the other goal scorers..

Manchester United, Arsenal, and Liverpool all won friendly matches yesterday on their pre-season tours. Here are the match summaries as we prepare for our Fantasy Premier League season next month: Federico Macheda scored 2 goals, while Michael Owen and Park ... Continue reading →

Michael Owen, Federico Macheda and Ji-sung Park helped Manchester United to run out 4-1 winners against New England Revolution 4-1 to kickstart their pre-season tour of the United States. Reds' performance in the first half was one to forget, but a flurry of second-half goals, including four in the space of 11 frantic minutes, made everyone present at The Gillette Stadium go crazy!

Prior to each match, New England Soccer Today will invite a reporter from the other side to provide insight regarding the Revolution's next opponent.

This week, The Busby Way editor Chudi Onwuazor shared his thoughts on the state of Manchester United and what the New England Revolution can expect when they face them at Gillette Stadium in an international exhibition on Wednesday night.

Man United have released their squad for their U.S.A. tour, and except for Chicharito, all of United's big stars will be in the U.S.

The United squad includes Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Nani, Dimitar Berbatov, Nemanja Vidic, Ji-Sung Park, Brazilian twins Fabio and Rafael, and Patrice Evra.

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Goalkeepers: Anders Lindegaard, Ben Amos, Sam Johnstone
Defenders: Rafael, Fabio, Nemanja Vidic, Jonny Evans, Patrice Evra, Rio Ferdinand
Midfielders: Michael Carrick, Nani, Anderson, Ryan Giggs, Ji-sung Park, Gabriel Obertan
Forwards: Mame Biram Diouf, Federico Macheda, Wayne Rooney, Michael Owen, Dimitar Berbatov, Ashley Young.

The Barclays Premier League champions Manchester United have announced a strong squad for their tour of the United States, which begins this Wednesday with a highly anticipated fixture against the New England Revolution.

Wednesday evening's match will mark the opening of the Herbalife World Football Challenge for Sir Alex Ferguson's side, which will include new signings David DeGea, Phil Jones, and Ashley Young, as well as controversial Welshman Ryan Giggs.

Manchester United has released the travel roster for their upcoming U.S. tour which, of course, includes a match against the Seattle Sounders on July 20. Among the players that will be making the trip are Javier Hernandez (Chicharito), Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Ashley Young, Nani, Ji-Sung Park, Michael Carrick and Ryan Giggs.

According to the News of the World, United are in discussion with Nike over a world record £400 million kit deal. Nike currently pay United £23.5m per year, and with their existing 10-year deal expiring in 2015, it makes sense to open discussions now on a new deal.

When United moved from Umbro to Nike in 2002, their new deal with Nike set the standard for kit deals in football.