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Manchester United and the Glazers

The Price of Football

English - October 24, 2019 03:00 - 40 minutes - ★★★★★ - 53 ratings
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Just a few seasons ago Manchester United were the richest and most successful club in England. In recent years, though, performances have dropped considerably on the pitch and they now miss out on the Champions League just as regularly as qualify. So what affect, if any, has that drop in playing standards had on the club's finances? Plus, just how big is the Premier League compared to other industries? And what's the latest on the Sale of Sheffield Wednesday's ground, Hillsborough?
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Just a few seasons ago Manchester United were the richest and most successful club in England. In recent years, though, performances have dropped considerably on the pitch and they now miss out on the Champions League just as regularly as qualify. So what affect, if any, has that drop in playing standards had on the club's finances? Plus, just how big is the Premier League compared to other industries? And what's the latest on the Sale of Sheffield Wednesday's ground, Hillsborough?

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