25th March 2023

The Hundred Draft revealed: Manchester Originals sign Wolvaardt, Wellington and Turner

Manchester Originals adds to their men’s and women’s squads ahead of the 2023 edition of The Hundred.

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20th March 2023

“Quite possibly the greatest thing on Earth”: The run-down on Non-League football

Despite the non-league element of the English game often being subjected to snobbery and low-level humour, Tom Woodcock uncovers why this part of football is in fact a hidden gem of the beautiful game
17th March 2023

Formula 1 vs political statements: A cause for concern?

F1’s political statement ban is causing a stir amongst drivers, with calls for a u-turn from the sports biggest stars.

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Football Black List 2022 revealed: celebrating Marcus Rashford and Vincent Kompany amongst others
17th March 2023

Football Black List 2022 revealed: celebrating Marcus Rashford and Vincent Kompany amongst others

The Football Black List has selected inspirational black football figures in English football, including Marcus Rashford for their positive contribution towards the game
MMA: Why you should watch the fastest growing sport
28th February 2023

MMA: Why you should watch the fastest growing sport

MMA is the combat sport that has surged in popularity, entrancing fight fans all around the world. From the intricacy of the brutal blows, to the sheer drama of each round, MMA is a sight to see.
Why do former private school pupils dominate university sports?
27th February 2023

Why do former private school pupils dominate university sports?

In the UK, there’s a systemic wealth divide in university sports. But where does this stem from? The Mancunion explores the legacy of sports growing up, with matches being gated rather than inclusive.
Endometriosis: The underappreciated health condition that impacts female footballers
17th February 2023

Endometriosis: The underappreciated health condition that impacts female footballers

There are various health conditions that impact female footballers, but not their male counterparts, meaning conditions such as Endometriosis have been significantly overlooked
Manchester Originals retain Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, and Sophie Ecclestone ahead of The Hundred 2023
16th February 2023

Manchester Originals retain Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, and Sophie Ecclestone ahead of The Hundred 2023

As Manchester Originals reveal their retention list, sign up today for priority access to see the world’s best cricketers at Emirates Old Trafford, with tickets starting as low as £10!
Four promotions in one season? Meet A Block Athletic
10th February 2023

Four promotions in one season? Meet A Block Athletic

Despite no funding or coaching, the team are outperforming the University 3s and are approaching the summit of campus league football.
Manchester triumphant with winning swim semester
6th February 2023

Manchester triumphant with winning swim semester

“We’re confident for the semester ahead” says Swim Team President after UoM’s swim team makes an undefeated splash so far this year
A game away: Spectating South Korea’s football culture
13th December 2022

A game away: Spectating South Korea’s football culture

I attended the Yonsei v KU derby in Seoul, along with 50,000 other fans. It couldn’t have been more different from BUCS.
“You might have heard there’s a football match on” – The build-up to the 2022 World Cup’s biggest showdown yet
10th December 2022

“You might have heard there’s a football match on” – The build-up to the 2022 World Cup’s biggest showdown yet

Southgate’s England take on reigning champions France this Saturday in a once-in-a-lifetime World Cup clash
The controversy continues: The OneLove armband U-turn
7th December 2022

The controversy continues: The OneLove armband U-turn

A look into the debate surrounding the Onelove armband controversy, highlighting the issues surrounding Qatar and its approach to LGBTQ+ rights.
No more heading the ball: The health hazards of the beautiful game
3rd December 2022

No more heading the ball: The health hazards of the beautiful game

Scotland is leading the way in responding to football related head injuries
Review: Tyrants running game continues to dominate
2nd December 2022

Review: Tyrants running game continues to dominate

Can the Manchester Tyrants keep up their good form? The Mancunion attends their latest match to find out
“This is the most controversial World Cup in history“- A review of Qatar 2022 so far
2nd December 2022

“This is the most controversial World Cup in history“- A review of Qatar 2022 so far

As we approach the halfway point of the World Cup, has the football done any of the the talking?
Who will win the World Cup? The Mancunion Predicts
24th November 2022

Who will win the World Cup? The Mancunion Predicts

Will Ronaldo or Messi win the world’s greatest trophy in their fifth and final attempt? Or will England finally end 56 years of hurt?
Blood on their Chests: Holding the FIFA World Cup in Qatar to Account
23rd November 2022

Blood on their Chests: Holding the FIFA World Cup in Qatar to Account

An insight into the backlash created by the human rights violations associated with Qatar’s FIFA World Cup, and how Denmark has fought to ensure that amongst the football, this record is not forgotten

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