THURSDAY May 12th will long be remembered in the history of Manchester United.

Most Reds fans will have been left feeling battered and bruised by the day's events, which included American businiess tycoon Malcolm Glazer making his big move for the club.

That was the main event, but not the only one, and here ManchesterOnline recounts how the day unfolded.

9:00am - FIFA Chief blasts Rooney

FIFA president Sepp Blatter attacks Wayne Rooney for his poor behaviour and claimed the Manchester United striker needs "a clip round the ear".

12:00pm - Fergie abandons flight as mystery deepens

SIR Alex Ferguson abandoned plans to fly to Norway amid further confusion over Jon Obi Mikel's proposed move to Manchester United, with rumours abounding that he could be heading for Chelsea.

2:00pm - Glazer closing on United

MALCOLM Glazer is within touching distance of completing his '790million buy-out of Manchester United after capturing the key 28.9% stake of Irish racing tycoons John Magnier and JP McManus.

2:45pm - Real boss: I rate Ronaldo

REAL Madrid coach Wanderley Luxemburgo has admitted he is an admirer of Manchester United's winger Cristiano Ronaldo.

4:45pm - FA charge Ferguson

SIR Alex Ferguson charged with improper conduct by the Football Association.

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