The Toughest Manchester United Quiz

The correct answer is "Fred". Manchester United's mascot is known as Fred, not "The Red". The word "thread" is not related to Manchester United's mascot.

United signed striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer from Molde.

Manchester United's first shirt sponsor was Sharp, a Japanese electronics company. 

Paul Scholes has never captained the England national team. Throughout his international career, he played for England but never held the position of captain.

Ryan Giggs made his first team debut for Manchester United at the age of 17.

Ryan Giggs was born in Cardiff, Wales, a country within the United Kingdom.

Manchester United signed Javier Hernandez from Chivas.

When Manchester United signed Andrew Cole from Newcastle United, Keith Gillespie went to Newcastle as part of the deal.

The phrase "And Solskjær has won it" refers to the iconic moment in the 1999 UEFA Champions League final when Ole Gunnar Solskjær scored the winning goal for Manchester United against Bayern Munich. This goal, scored in the final moments of the match, secured a historic treble for Manchester United, consisting of the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League titles in the 1998-1999 season.

Viv Anderson was Sir Alex Ferguson's first Manchester United signing. Anderson was a talented defender who joined the club in 1987. He played a crucial role in Ferguson's early years as manager, helping to strengthen the team's defense. Anderson's signing marked the beginning of Ferguson's successful tenure at Manchester United, as he went on to build a dominant team that achieved numerous trophies and success.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Bobby Charlton, George Best, and Denis Law are the four Manchester United players who won the European Footballer of the Year award while at the club. These players were recognized for their exceptional performances and contributions to the team during their time at Manchester United. They were able to showcase their skills and talents on the European stage and were acknowledged as the best players in Europe during their respective seasons.

Steve Bruce was signed by Manchester United from Norwich City.

Sir Bobby Charlton, one of England's most iconic footballers, scored a total of 49 goals while playing for the England national football team. Charlton represented England in numerous international matches, including World Cups and other competitions, where he showcased his exceptional skill and scoring ability.

Andrei Kanchelskis ended his Manchester United career with squad number 14.

Patrice Evra was born in Senegal.

Old Trafford, the stadium of Manchester United, was opened in the year 1910.

Manchester United signed Danish winger Jesper Olsen from Ajax.

Billy Meredith is the oldest player to have played for Manchester United. He joined the club in 1906 at the age of 32 and continued to play until 1921, making him 47 years old at the time of his final appearance. Meredith had a successful career with Manchester United, winning two First Division titles and an FA Cup. He is considered one of the greatest players of his generation and his longevity in the game is a testament to his skill and dedication.

Andrew Cole was given the squad number 17 when he signed for Manchester United in January 1995.

Teddy Sheringham started his football career at Millwall.

In the days preceding the Munich Air Disaster, Manchester United, reigning league champions, triumphed over mid-table Arsenal in a thrilling 5-4 victory at Highbury, captivating a crowd of 63,578 spectators.

Since 1945, Manchester United has had six managers before 2021: Matt Busby, Tommy Docherty, Dave Sexton, Ron Atkinson, Alex Ferguson, and Ole Gunnar Solskjær (interim and permanent). This count includes full-time and significant interim managers.

United played against Bristol City in their first major cup final.

Ryan Giggs was born in Wales and officially played for the Welsh national team. His eligibility for another country comes through his grandfather, who was from Sierra Leone. Although he never played for Sierra Leone, this ancestry could have made him eligible. He was not eligible to play for England or the other countries listed based on his background.

Sir Alex Ferguson started his managerial career at East Stirling.

Eric Cantona was signed by Nimes before he joined Leeds United.

The correct answer is 13. At the start of the 2010-11 season, there were 13 current United players who had captained their country on at least one occasion. This means that these players were chosen to lead their national teams in international matches since they demonstrated their leadership qualities and experience.

Spurs was the first English club to play Manchester United in European football.

Owen Hargreaves was eligible to play international football for England, Canada, and Wales. This means that Hargreaves had the option to represent any of these three countries in international football competitions.

Manchester United has won the UEFA Champions League trophy three times in its history. They first claimed victory in 1968 against Benfica, then famously secured the title in 1999 with a dramatic comeback win against Bayern Munich, and again in 2008 with a penalty shootout victory over Chelsea. These triumphs solidify Manchester United's status as one of Europe's elite football clubs.

Nani and Patrice Evra were both born on the continent of Africa. Nani was born in Cape Verde, an island country off the coast of West Africa, while Patrice Evra was born in Dakar, Senegal.

JS Park and Rafael Da Silva would provide the furthest journey because their birthplaces are the farthest from Manchester. Park was born in Seoul, South Korea, while Da Silva was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

David Beckham was the first Manchester United player to win BBC Sports Personality of the Year. This award is given to the individual who has made the most significant contribution to British sport in a given year. Beckham's win in 2001 was a result of his exceptional performances on the football field, both at the club and international level, as well as his impact off the field through his charity work and global popularity. His success and influence made him a deserving recipient of this prestigious award.

Tommy Taylor was the first Manchester United player to score a European Cup hat trick.

Manchester United is one of the most successful football clubs and has reached many major cup finals, such as the FA Cup and League Cup. Over the years, they have faced several well-known teams like Arsenal, Aston Villa, Manchester City, Everton, Tottenham Hotspur, and Leicester City in these finals. However, Manchester United has never played against Bristol City or Bolton Wanderers in a major cup final. These two clubs have either not reached the final stage simultaneously with Manchester United or the matches have not coincided in major cup finals.

The correct answer is 9. Manchester United has been eliminated from nine European Semi-Finals

Eric Cantona was eligible to play for Italy and Spain in addition to France. This means that Cantona had the option to represent any of these three countries in international football.