Seddon Park was sparsely attended for the second Test over the weekend, as New Zealand won the series 1-0. Sportsmail columnist David Lloyd was present to give his expert opinion on the action...

DAVID LLOYD IN HIS GARDEN: I thought I would be spending my 73rd birthday in Galle preparing for England's first Test against Sri Lanka but, instead, I find myself self-isolating at home.

DAVID LLOYD: It's all pretty surreal now, isn't it? Things have certainly moved on apace since last we spoke and I just hope everyone is staying well and doing the right thing.

Marcus Rashford has won the Premier League Player of the Month award for his superb performances in January. The Manchester United striker has been rejuvenated under boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

The Dutchman played a huge part in the 0-0 as he was involved in an altercation with Arsenal's Patrick Vieira that saw the Frenchman sent off for a second yellow and also missed a late penalty.

The England international went on a downward spiral after the 2018 World Cup but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looked to have rejuvenated his career after replacing Jose Mourinho as United boss.

Roma are considering a summer move for Alexis Sanchez as Manchester United look to offload the Chilean winger at the end of the season, according to Sky Sports.

Inter Milan striker Romelu Lukaku declared that he has been 'a man on a mission' ever since Belgium's third-placed finish at the 2018 World Cup.

All games for the under-23 competitions and below have been terminated for the rest of the season, with a means of determining final standings still to be announced.

When the Class of 92 graduated at Old Trafford, it signalled the start of something special not only for Premier League giants Manchester United, but for English football too.

The Daily Mirror claim Paul Pogba has told Manchester United he wishes to join Real Madrid, but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is said to have plans to make him part of the club's future midfield.

Wayne Rooney has revealed that he thought Ravel Morrison was better than Paul Pogba 'by a country mile' during his days in Manchester United's youth setup.

Manchester United are readying themselves for all possibilities once football is able to finally return amid the coronavirus pandemic, with the dawning realisation that fans may not be present until 2021.

United are preparing for a return to Carrington in the coming weeks with the Premier League's restart in the offing, but for now the Red Devils stars are still having to keep themselves ticking over in their homes.

Dimitar Berbatov believes Harry Kane should follow in his footsteps and swap Tottenham for Manchester United this summer for the good of his career. The Bulgarian made the same move back in 2008.

Paul Pogba has struggled to settle at United since his £89million return from Juventus in 2016 and has been been linked with moves to Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain as well as a Juve return.

The Serie A club are willing to entertain offers for the 28-year-old Senegal centre back when the transfer window finally opens this summer with Liverpool reportedly leading the chase.

Wayne Rooney has recalled the abilities of his former Manchester United colleague Ravel Morrison with the highest praise. And he's far from alone in remembering how good Morrison used to be.

Rojo, currently on loan at Argentine club Estudiantes, was filmed smoking and playing cards with friends by his brother Franco, who then uploaded the clip into his Instagram account.

Darmian spent four years at United before joining Parma last summer, but saw Rashford make his first-team debut in his first year at the club before France midfielder Pogba joined a year later.

David Beckham was sent off in the second-half of England's last 16 game with Argentina after kicking out at Diego Simeone. The Three Lions would go on to be knocked out by their rivals on penalties.

The Argentine star has impressed Maurizio Sarri this season - scoring 13 goals in 34 games and providing 12 assists - and is once again becoming a key player for the current Serie A leaders.

Former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra has admitted he has a 'tough childhood' as he revealed he 'begged for money' whilst growing up in the streets of France.

Paul Pogba left Juventus to sign for Manchester United back in 2016. However the French World Cup winner has been linked with moves back to Juventus or to Spanish giants Real Madrid.

He won't select Trent Alexander-Arnold over Gary Neville right now, but Rafael feels it is only a matter of time before the Liverpool youngster rockets past the level of his former team-mate.

Former Manchester United defender Jaap Stam has been out of a job since resigning as boss of Eredivisie side Feyenoord in October after less than five months in charge of the club.

According to Tutto Mercato, Manchester United scouts have attended four of Juventus' Champions League fixtures this season to run the rule over midfielder Adrien Rabiot.

Alexis Sanchez is currently on loan at Inter Milan after struggling to adapt to life at Manchester United. Sanchez's future at Old Trafford is uncertain, but he is reportedly keen on a move back to Chile.

Manchester United are now reportedly the front runners to sign Joe Hugill from Sunderland, according to The Sun. The 16-year-old striker has impressed in the Black Cats' youth system.

Rojo, who is on loan at Estudiantes until the end of the season, was seen playing poker and smoking with friends in a video posted on social media and later deleted by his brother Franco.

The Manchester United forward has not played since sustaining a back injury against Wolves in an FA Cup third round replay on January 15, but is nearing full fitness as he trains during lockdown.

Jesse Lingard is at a crossroads in his career. He is out of favour at his boyhood club, Manchester United. But these players show that leaving Old Trafford might not be the best option...

The French defender became a firm favourite at United, spending eight-and-a-half seasons at Old Trafford after joining the club from Monaco in January 2006. But he wasn't always in favour.

Lifting the Premier League trophy was a regular occurrence during the striker's six years at Old Trafford but United have gone seven years and counting since last being champions of England.

The Portuguese midfielder has settled in well to life at Old Trafford and already has pundits, fans and former United players fawning over his early performances after his £68m move from Lisbon.

The striker burst on to the European stage this season after his impressive form for Red Bull Salzburg earned him a £17million transfer to Borussia Dortmund in January.

Pretty much every major character in the drama of Sir Alex's 26 years at Old Trafford - and a good number of minor ones too - has a story to tell about his infamous 'hairdryer' treatment.

Wayne Rooney and Rio Ferdinand's comments discussing Ravel Morrison's wasted '£100million' potential have 'upset' the former Manchester United wonderkid.

Paul Ince has called on Manchester United to end the 'Paul Pogba circus', backing manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to build a side based around the 'United Way.'

During a game between Liverpool and Manchester United in 2011, Evra and Luis Suarez were involved in an altercation and the Frenchman alleged that the former Reds star called him the N-word.

EXCLUSIVE: United had hoped to act after the introduction of new areas for disabled supporters had recently reduced capacity. But work has been put on hold until the end of next season.

Former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra revealed that Ferguson was also trying to bring Gareth Bale from Tottenham along with Ronaldo to United just weeks before he retired.

Almost a quarter of the Gunners' revenue for the 2018-19 season came from matchday earnings and shutting fans out of the Emirates Stadium amid Covid-19 fears could cost them £122m.

United have pledged £10,000 to each site to provide food, clothing, energy, medication, IT equipment and other essentials for vulnerable families.

Sampdoria believe they are owed a fee as part of the deal that took Fernandes to Manchester, claiming they inserted a sell-on clause in the deal that took him from Italy to Lisbon in 2017.

Manchester United have agreed a £250,000 deal with Sunderland for teenage striker Joe Hugill. The 16-year old is an old fashioned style centre forward.

Manchester United and Chelsea have reportedly both been in contact with Timo Werner's agent about the possibility of signing the highly-sought after striker. 

Angel Di Maria's time in the Premier League was short lived, and it may not just have been to do with his form at Manchester United, as his wife has revealed the awful time she had in England.

A number of United's first-team contingent left the UK following the coronavirus outbreak in March in a bid to be with their loved ones while continuing training in warmer climates.

The 19-year-old starlet's contract expires on July 1 and there are suggestions that Premier League sides - including Chelsea - are keen on snapping him up if he decides to end his time at Old Trafford.