Where Are They Now? The Manchester United XI That Beat Arsenal 8-2

Fifteen years after Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United side defeated Arsenal 8-2 at Old Trafford in August 2011, the article examines where the starting XI are in 2026. The famous victory featured a Wayne Rooney hat-trick, two goals from Ashley Young, and strikes from Danny Welbeck and Nani, while David De Gea saved a Robin van Persie penalty.

Several members of the lineup have transitioned into coaching and broadcasting, including Tom Cleverley managing Plymouth Argyle, Phil Jones coaching at Sheffield United, and Rooney and Young working in media. Meanwhile, De Gea captains Serie A side Fiorentina, while Welbeck remains the only starter still active in the Premier League after joining Chelsea in 2026.