Manchester United Fans Club(RED DEVILS)

[Theo9902]

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Calling all Man Utd fans,do join us here:cool:

[nim75sg]

Keeping pace with Chelsea. ;)

[Theo9902]

difficult but not impossible :D

Keeping pace with Chelsea. ;)

[poseidon]

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Winners !

By Chris O'Brien - February 28 2006

Manchester United cruised to their first silverware in almost two years in exceptional style. A brace from Wayne Rooney and strikes from Louis Saha and Cristiano Ronaldo proved more than enough for the Red Devils as the club lifts only its second League Cup crown in the competition's history.
<!-- StoryStart --><FONT="VERDANA" Manchester United Football Club (http://www.sportnetwork.net/#) - League Cup Winners 2006
Sounds rather good, doesn't it? Sir Alex Ferguson's men cruised to a 4-0 victory over Wigan Athletic (http://www.sportnetwork.net/#) to secure the club's second League Cup triumph.
Plenty of beer, even more singing and another great day to support our wonderful football (http://www.sportnetwork.net/#) club.

[poseidon]

"THE THEATRE OF DREAMS"
<TABLE id=AutoNumber3 style="BORDER-COLLAPSE: collapse" borderColor=#111111 cellSpacing=0 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width="50%">Address:</TD><TD width="50%">Old Trafford (http://www.sportnetwork.net/#), Sir Matt Busby Way, Manchester, M16 0RA</TD></TR><TR><TD width="50%">Capacity:</TD><TD width="50%">68,217 (All Seats)</TD></TR><TR><TD width="50%">Away League Allocation:</TD><TD width="50%">3,500</TD></TR><TR><TD width="50%">Record Attendance:</TD><TD width="50%">76,962 (1932)</TD></TR><TR><TD width="50%">Ticket Office:</TD><TD width="50%">(0161) 686 8020</TD></TR><TR><TD width="50%">Pitch Size:</TD><TD width="50%">115 x 76 yards</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>http://www.sportnetwork.net/mainadmin/img/2371055793098.jpgOld Trafford is currently the largest league ground in Great Britain, with a capacity of 67,706. Recent developments have seen it become one of the best grounds in Europe, and with all four stands going round all the corners the ground is completely enclosed making it look that little bit extra special.
Recent developments to Old Trafford saw three sides of the ground have an extra tier added. The North Stand is the most impressive, with it's huge three tiers. The Stretford End and Scoreboard End are now both two tiers, with the old Main Stand looking rather small in comparison with still just one tier of seats.
Away Fans:
For league fixtures, away supporters are allocated between the Main Stand (South) and Scoreboard End (East) of the ground. The standard allocation for league games is 3,500 although it is normally a little less for games with club rivals (City, Liverpool (http://www.sportnetwork.net/#), Leeds etc.) due to an extra couple of rows of stewards! For domestic Cup ties the allocation is 15%. The extra 6,000 fans are usually put in the top tier of the Scoreboard End.
Although I have only ever sat in the home section, I understand the view from the away areas of the ground is excellent.
Future Developments:
Plans to increase the capacity of over 75,000 are underway. Building will commence at the end of the current season and will be complete in time for the 2006/2007 term.<!-- StoryEnd -->

[poseidon]

difficult but not impossible :D

Chelsea need to loss 2 and draw 3 games:)

[poseidon]

back on track:)

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[Theo9902]

The official websites:

http://www.manutd.com/

[Theo9902]

back to 2nd spot again :D

back on track:)

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[Theo9902]

Wednesday, March 29, 2006

Man Utd v West Ham

West Ham in good form recently, not easy for MU to "eat" this game :(

[poseidon]

again hope mu can take them on?:)

[Theo9902]

any tips for us to make a little fortunate? :D

again hope mu can take them on?:)

[poseidon]

any tips for us to make a little fortunate? :D

i think i go for 3-1:)

[Theo9902]

if rooney, saha and giggs are in top form, should be achievable. :)

i think i go for 3-1:)

[Theo9902]

Suprised to see the first goal scored by Giggs became Taylor's own goal :( :eek:

Man Utd 3 - 0 Birmingham

Maik Taylor (og 3)
Ryan Giggs (15)
Wayne Rooney (83)





back on track:)

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[poseidon]

Suprised to see the first goal scored by Giggs became Taylor's own goal :( :eek:

Man Utd 3 - 0 Birmingham

Maik Taylor (og 3)
Ryan Giggs (15)
Wayne Rooney (83)

ya he is a keeper,but he uses his head well:)

[Theo9902]

ic, it's been reported. Just read from manutd.com:

" TV replays showed that the ball went in off the back of the keeper's head after rebounding off his left-hand upright from Giggs' venomous free-kick."


ya he is a keeper,but he uses his head well:)

[Theo9902]

If MU can win tommorrow against West Ham, then it will cut the difference from Chelsea to 9 points.

[Theo9902]

The one and only:

http://www.manutd.com/pix/home_new/logo_manuCrest.gif

[Aquarian]

the commentator said it should be Giggs goal since it was from free kick, he quoted an example let say it was a penalty and the same thing happens, will it be consider own goal ??? :p :confused: ;)

ic, it's been reported. Just read from manutd.com:

" TV replays showed that the ball went in off the back of the keeper's head after rebounding off his left-hand upright from Giggs' venomous free-kick."

[Theo9902]

Home Kit:

http://www.kitbag.com/stores/manutd/_artwork/_common/kit_selector/25/dummy.jpg

[Theo9902]

Away Kit:

http://www.kitbag.com/stores/manutd/_artwork/_common/kit_selector/14/dummy.jpg

[Theo9902]

agree.... very logical.

the commentator said it should be Giggs goal since it was from free kick, he quoted an example let say it was a penalty and the same thing happens, will it be consider own goal ??? :p :confused: ;)

[poseidon]

Home Kit:

http://www.kitbag.com/stores/manutd/_artwork/_common/kit_selector/25/dummy.jpg

beautiful pics bro..well done:)

[Theo9902]

I bot one set for my boy from Bangkok :(

beautiful pics bro..well done:)

[Theo9902]

Ruud awakens for United

After weeks on the Manchester United sideline, Ruud Van Nistelrooy reclaimed his outright lead of the Premiership goalscorer league as his side beat West Ham 1-0 at Old Trafford. United move 5 points clear of Liverpool having played one less game while they sit 9 behind Chelsea, who have also played a game more.

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[poseidon]

ya closed game but @ least mu won:)

[Theo9902]

7 more matches to go before end of the season and start of World Cup 2006 :D

April 2006

Sat 1/4 15:00 Bolton Wanderers (Away)
Sun 9/4 16:00 Arsenal (Home)
Fri 14/4 19:45 Sunderland (Home)
Mon 17/4 12:45 Tottenham (Away)
Sun 23/4 15:00 Middlesbrough (Home)
Sat 29/4 12:30 Chelsea (Away)

May 2006

Sun 7/5 15:00 Charlton Athletic (Home)

[Theo9902]

still 9 points behind Chelsea, too late to chase liao. I doubt Chelsea will lose another 3 games and MU to win all the remaining matches........ impossible :eek:

ya closed game but @ least mu won:)

[poseidon]

still 9 points behind Chelsea, too late to chase liao. I doubt Chelsea will lose another 3 games and MU to win all the remaining matches........ impossible :eek:

ya i think so,its just thats happy to c some points cut:)

[Theo9902]

at least not early early like Jan or Feb, already declared EPL Champion.

ya i think so,its just thats happy to c some points cut:)

[Aquatic Planet]

hope man u catches up chelsea...

[Theo9902]

i think just hope to cut down the gap, but hard to catch up :(

hope man u catches up chelsea...

[nim75sg]

hope man u catches up chelsea...
If Chelsea hidcup two games and MU on a roll then it is a possibility. ;)

[Theo9902]

so far, Chelsea has not lost two games in a row...... so a bit difficult. Somemore now they don't have to play CL... :(

If Chelsea hidcup two games and MU on a roll then it is a possibility. ;)

[Theo9902]

Alex Ferguson

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After spells as a player with Queen's Park, St Johnstone, Dunfermline, Glasgow Rangers, Falkirk and Ayr United, and as manager of East Stirlingshire, St Mirren and Aberdeen, Alex Ferguson succeeded Ron Atkinson as manager of Manchester United on 6 November 1986.

In the thirteen League matches up to Ferguson's arrival at Old Trafford, United had only won three and had lost six. They had also been knocked out of the Littlewoods Cup after suffering a 1-4 defeat at Southampton. Looking back it is easy to see why United's position was so dire: "Ferguson inherited a dispirited team of underachievers who had consistently, to their supporters' foaming discontent, failed to break Liverpool's domination. The team sheet drawn up by the new man for his first match says it all: Turner, Duxbury, Albiston, McGrath (Olsen), Moran, Hogg, Blackmore, Stapleton, Moses, Davenport, Barnes. The team lost 0-2 to Oxford United." (Jim White quoted in Total Sport, May 1997).

Stuck in the bottom four of the Division One table, Ferguson immediately set about attempting to stave off the very real threat of relegation. Without resorting to the transfer market, Ferguson guided United up the table to finish in eleventh place. By now it was apparent to Fergie that it was a major job to turn the club around. United were an entertaining side but one that seemed unable to cope with the more physical aspects of League football. Crucially for the future, there seemed to be few players coming through the youth system to challenge the established stars.

In his first full season, Ferguson guided United to a League runners-up position as new signings Viv Anderson, Steve Bruce and Brian McClair made their mark. This was followed by eleventh position in 1988/89 and, after a further threat of relegation, thirteenth position in 1989/90. The fans were not convinced by Alex Ferguson and on his third anniversary as manager of Manchester United a banner was unfurled in the scoreboard end saying: "Three years of excuses; Ta-ra Fergie". Ferguson remembers the period as 'Black December': "It was, without question, the lowest, most desperate point ever in all my years in management." (Alex Ferguson, Just Champion).

United's poor League form continued, but at least the fans were able to cheer a Cup run. On 17 May 1990, for the first time in five years, the fans tasted success when United won the FA Cup, defeating Crystal Palace 1-0 after a replay. United have since gone from strength to strength. In 1991 Ferguson's team were League Cup finalists, but went on to defeat Barcelona 2-1 in the European Cup-Winners' Cup Final.

However it was in the League that the Old Trafford faithful were demanding success. United again came close in 1991/92 when Leeds United pipped them to the title after United had looked the better team for most of the season. Some silverware did return to Old Trafford that season as Nottingham Forest were defeated 1-0 in the League Cup Final and Red Star Belgrade were defeated by the same scoreline in the European Super Cup Final.

Finally United's time had come, despite a strong challenge from Aston Villa, Ferguson's team became the inaugural Champions of the breakaway F.A. Premier League in 1992/93. The twenty-six year wait was over. "The Championship triumph, apart from ending 26 years of collective cursing and frustration, was unquestionably the breaching of a barrier that had defied so many talented people, world renowned players as well as Managers". (Alex Ferguson, Just Champion).

This Championship victory also won him the 'Manager of the Year' trophy, an award he won again the following year as United retained their hold on the Premier crown. His team went one better becoming only the sixth team to win the League and FA Cup Double. It was close to being an unprecedented treble but Ron Atkinson's Aston Villa side won a hard-fought League Cup Final 3-1.

His 1993 Premier League victory meant that Ferguson became the first manager to win League titles north and south of the border. He is also only the second manager, after Johan Cruyff, to win the European Cup-Winners' Cup with teams from different countries.

At the start of 1995 things were looking rosy for Ferguson. He'd just been awarded the C.B.E. in the New Year honours list, United had landed Andy Cole for £7m from Newcastle United and had just beaten their title rivals Blackburn Rovers 1-0 in a great battle at Old Trafford. A third Premier League title looked destined for the trophy room at Old Trafford. However on 25 January, United's season took a cruel twist when Eric Cantona attacked an abusive Crystal Palace fan after being sent off. Failure to win at West Ham on the last day of the season and losing to Everton in the FA Cup Final meant that the trophy cabinet at Old Trafford was empty for the first time in five years. Ferguson still muses that at least one trophy would have found it's way to Old Trafford had Cantona not been banned for nine months by the FA.

When the 1995/6 season began it did so minus Eric Cantona, Mark Hughes, Andrei Kanchelskis and Paul Ince, players who had played such an important part in United's success. By the end of the season, memories of 1995 had been washed away as United's 'kids', led by a rejuvenated Cantona, won an historic 'Double Double'. No less that five players were under the age of 21 and had graduated from United's youth system. A testimony to Alex Ferguson's managerial ability, which won him the Carling Premiership 'Manager of the Year' award yet again.

The following season expectations were high. Ferguson had made some shrewd buys during the summer including Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ronny Johnsen. In November 1996, the Boss completed ten years as manager of Manchester United, the longest serving coach since Sir Matt Busby and the second longest serving boss in the League behind Crewe's Dario Gradi.

The season ended with United picking up their fourth Premiership title and narrowly missing out on reaching the European Cup Final, losing the semi-final to the eventual winners Borussia Dortmund. Again Ferguson won the Carling Premiership 'Manager of the Year' award, confirming his place amongst the great Managers to have graced the British football scene.

That status was confirmed in the 1998/99 season, when United completed the unprecedented Treble – Premiership, FA Cup and European Cup. He followed Matt Busby to Buckingham Palace, and became the first working football manager to be knighted.

In the following season, 1999/2000, the pressure was really on for United to defend their three crowns. And although there was huge disappointment when they crashed out of the European Cup following a 3-2 defeat to Real Madrid, United again came up trumps on the domestic front as they stormed to their sixth Championship in eight years, finishing a massive 18 points ahead of second-placed Arsenal. Sir Alex also became the first United manager to lift the Inter-Continental Cup when the Reds defeated Palmeiras 1-0 (Keane scored) to become the first British winners of the competition.

The Boss made history again at the end of the 2000/01 season when he guided United to their third Championship in three consecutive seasons. The title race was virtually over in January, such was United's supremacy in the Premiership. Having led by 15 points just after the turn of the year, they never looked back and went on to finish 10 points ahead of nearest rivals Arsenal. However, Europe proved to be another big disappointment as United lost out at the quarter-final stage yet again, this time to Bayern Munich.

Although the end of season 2001/02 saw United finish trophyless for only the third time in 13 seasons, the club was boosted by the news that Sir Alex had decided to delay his retirement and stay on for a further three years. Another big plus was the form of striker Ruud Van Nistelrooy, who finished the campaign with 36 goals. Sir Alex had stuck by his initial decision to sign the big Dutchman, following his cruciate ligament injury a year earlier, and it certainly looked to be paying off.

Apart from their Worthington Cup final defeat to Liverpool, United were back to doing what they do best in 2002/03 - winning Championships; their eighth in eleven years to be precise. The triumph, which Sir Alex described as the 'best title win yet,' came at the end of an incredible run-in. Arsenal had been clear favourites but they were overhauled in spectacular fashion as United won nine of their last ten games, the pick of which was their 6-2 victory at Newcastle. Meanwhile, in the Champions League, United's epic quarter-final clash with Real Madrid will forever be remembered by the Old Trafford faithful, even though the Reds were eliminated from the competition by Ronaldo's superb hat-trick.

Did You Know?

Sir Alex Ferguson was voted the 'Best Coach' in Europe at the 1999 UEFA Football Gala.

Sir Alex is a keen musician, and is learning to play the piano in his spare time.

As a boy he would climb over walls to watch his beloved Glasgow Rangers, for whom he would later play.

He shares his birthday, on New Year's Eve, with former club captain Steve Bruce.

He owns several racehorses, and regularly watches them in action.


Born: December 31, 1941
Birthplace: Govan, Glasgow
Previous Clubs: Aberdeen, St Mirren, East Stirling
Honours: Premiership: 2003, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1997, 1996, 1994, 1993; FA Cup: 2004, 1999, 1996, 1994, 1990; League Cup: 2006, 1992; FA Charity Shield: 1997, 1996, 1994, 1993, 1990, 2003; Scottish Premier League: 1985, 1984, 1980; Scottish First Division: 1977; Scottish FA Cup: 1986, 1984, 1983, 1982; Scottish League Cup: 1986; UEFA Champions League: 1999; UEFA Cup Winners' Cup: 1991, 1983; European Super Cup: 1983, 1991; Inter-Continental Club Cup: 1999

[Theo9902]

Honours Board

European Champion Clubs Cup 1968, 1999

European Cup Winners Cup 1991

FA Premier League 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003

Football League Division One 1908, 1911, 1952, 1956, 1957, 1965, 1967

FA Challenge Cup 1909, 1948, 1963, 1977, 1983, 1985, 1990, 1994, 1996, 1999, 2004

Football League Cup 1992, 2006

Inter-Continental Cup 1999

UEFA Super Cup 1991

FA Charity Shield 1908, 1911, 1952, 1956, 1957, 1965*, 1967*, 1977*, 1983, 1990*, 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 2003 (*as joint holders)

[phuture]

Keane's United testimonial confirmed for May 9


Manchester United will play Celtic in Roy Keane's testimonial at Old Trafford on Tuesday, May 9.

A widely-anticipated announcement has now confirmed Keane's decision to take up the offer of a testimonial match, which formed part of the deal which saw him leave United in November.


Although notoriously critical of testimonial games, Keane is expected to donate most of the proceeds to charity and has already declared his intention to release 1,000 free tickets to local Manchester schools and United supporters' clubs.

Although there is no indication which team Keane will play for, it would be no surprise if he donned the famous United shirt for one final time, even for only part of the game.

'I am grateful to Manchester United for awarding me a testimonial game and to Celtic for agreeing to participate in it,' said Keane.

'I look forward to returning to express my appreciation to the fans for the support that they had given me over the last 12 years.'

Sir Alex Ferguson added: 'This is something that we wanted to do this season as Roy started the season with us.

'The supporters want to recognise the unbelievable contribution and success he had with Manchester United.

'He was a fantastic player and captain for me and I hope he gets the proper send-off he truly deserves.

'It will be fantastic night for everyone.'

Keane left Manchester late last year after winning seven Premiership titles and four FA Cups in 480 appearances for United.

Celtic chief executive Peter Lawwell added: 'Celtic FC is delighted to play in Roy Keane's testimonial match at Old Trafford.

'Roy was a magnificent servant to Manchester United for 12 years and I am sure he will forever be regarded as one of their greatest ever players. Clearly we are delighted to now have Roy here at Celtic.

'I am sure the atmosphere will be electric on the evening and it will be a fantastic occasion for fans of both teams, paying tribute to one of the greatest ever players to play the game.'

Keane's departure from Old Trafford stunned the football world.

After winning seven Premiership titles and four FA Cups - famously missing out on the 1999 Champions League Final due to suspension - during a 480-game career with the Red Devils, many expected Keane to be offered a coaching role by Ferguson when the current season came to an end.

Instead, his time at United came to an end in a blaze of publicity following an attack on his team-mates during an MUTV interview which was deemed too damaging to broadcast.

Keane has since played down the role of the interview in hastening his departure, insisting his relationship with Ferguson had just reached 'the end of the line'.

However, the 34-year-old's departure has clearly not lessened Ferguson's opinion of him as a player.

'This is something we wanted to do this season because Roy started the season with us,' said Ferguson.

'The supporters want to recognise the unbelievable contribution and success he had with Manchester United.

'He was a fantastic player and captain for me and I hope he gets the proper send off he truly deserves.

'It will be a fantastic night for everyone.'

Although there was wild speculation over where the Irishman may end up when he left United, he eventually opted to move into the Scottish Premier League with his beloved Celtic, lifting his first trophy with the Hoops following their recent CIS Insurance Cup Final win over Dunfermline.

Currently sidelined with a hamstring injury, Keane still needs to play another four games for the Hoops to qualify for a title medal but he is expected to be fit to face United in what is sure to be a sell-out crowd and, given his long-standing hip problem, could yet be his final game as a professional.

[poseidon]

very good info:)

[Theo9902]

Chelsea just need 4 wins in their remaining 7 matches regardless how MU perform. I don't think Chelsea's boss will forgive Jose M if he can't achieve another 4 wins.

If Chelsea hidcup two games and MU on a roll then it is a possibility. ;)

[poseidon]

Chelsea just need 4 wins in their remaining 7 matches regardless how MU perform. I don't think Chelsea's boss will forgive Jose M if he can't achieve another 4 wins.

thats not hard for them to win another 4 games

[Aquarian]

read today ppl, Fergie still full of hope of catching up with Chelsea :)

Chelsea just need 4 wins in their remaining 7 matches regardless how MU perform. I don't think Chelsea's boss will forgive Jose M if he can't achieve another 4 wins.

[nim75sg]

Still got hope as long as Chelsea stumbles for 2 more games and MU on the roll :D

[phuture]

haha...chelsea stumbled again!
Man Utd don't take chance....up again cut down the lead by 7 points. :)
Somemore that liverpool player don't know who said they can still chase Man Utd.....Fat hope!

[poseidon]

now the odds look good,i hope 4 the best:)

[Theo9902]

To be realistic, the best for MU this season is to secure the 2nd spot, can liao :D

now the odds look good,i hope 4 the best:)

[poseidon]

ya,agree but @ least points not far off:)

[Theo9902]

ya, not so far off as predicted by Jose M in the middle of the season :D

ya,agree but @ least points not far off:)

[phuture]

ya, not so far off as predicted by Jose M in the middle of the season :D
Chelsea's last 3 games all difficult ties, hope they loses all.

[Theo9902]

MU has some difficult matches too........ against Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham :(

Chelsea's last 3 games all difficult ties, hope they loses all.

[nim75sg]

We can have some indication of the standing by this weekend if MU or Chelsea prevails. ;)

[Theo9902]

hard to say cos Chelsea should have no problem grabing the 3 full points from West Ham (Chelsea playing at home). But MU will have hard time to grab 3 points from Arsenal :(

We can have some indication of the standing by this weekend if MU or Chelsea prevails. ;)

[Theo9902]

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Manchester United striker Louis Saha is convinced Sir Alex Ferguson's in-form side can overhaul stuttering Chelsea at the top of the Premiership table.

The Red Devils are now just seven points adrift of Jose Mourinho's men following their 2-1 win at Bolton and Chelsea's 0-0 draw with Birmingham.


And with the two sides still having to face each other at Stamford Bridge next month, Saha believes the title race is firmly back on.

'This is a massive win for us and now we have to keep putting the pressure on. We definitely believe it is on,' he said.

'We believe we can do it. Chelsea have got to make mistakes, we know that. We have to keep playing the way that we are. We know that we can not make mistakes.

'But I am in the best form of my life and was really happy to get another goal, and the way we are playing up front - with Ruud as well - is all working well.

'We are in great form and have to keep it going.'

Ferguson is also beginning to feel that Chelsea could be caught, with the Blues having also lost away to Fulham recently.

'I think it is asking Chelsea a question,' said Ferguson. 'Everyone expected them to beat Birmingham, but they didn't.

'And they have got to play Bolton in a couple of weeks when the pitch will be worse than against us, and they have to go to Blackburn.

'If your form is good in April then you have a good chance - I've said that for years. If your form is stuttering then you can throw things away.

'We're catching Chelsea but we just hope the winning line doesn't come too quickly.'

[nim75sg]

hard to say cos Chelsea should have no problem grabing the 3 full points from West Ham (Chelsea playing at home). But MU will have hard time to grab 3 points from Arsenal :(

It may end as a draw .... just like what happened last week. ;)

[Theo9902]

wah, if draw for Chelsea and MU can grab 3 points from Arsenal, then may be have better chances liao :D

It may end as a draw .... just like what happened last week. ;)

[nim75sg]

wah, if draw for Chelsea and MU can grab 3 points from Arsenal, then may be have better chances liao :D

Like that more exciting but I don't foresee history will repeat this weekend. :mad:

[Theo9902]

i think Arsenal will take revenge to stop MU's unbeaten run. Cos MU has done that before to Arsenal :(

Like that more exciting but I don't foresee history will repeat this weekend. :mad:

[phuture]

i think Arsenal will take revenge to stop MU's unbeaten run. Cos MU has done that before to Arsenal :(
I don't think Arsenal will want to take revenge to stop Manchester United, but allowing Manchester United to beat them. That applies to Tottenham Hotspur and Charlton. Why? Three clubs are all London clubs and instead of letting Chelsea to wrap title, i think they will want to push Manchester United to the top and challenge Chelsea all the way rather than letting their london rival to retain the Premiership title. :D

[Theo9902]

But Arsenal is chasing the 4th spot also in order to play CL next season cos no guarantee they will win the CL this season. In no CL next season, I am sure Henry will leave liao.

I don't think Arsenal will want to take revenge to stop Manchester United, but allowing Manchester United to beat them. That applies to Tottenham Hotspur and Charlton. Why? Three clubs are all London clubs and instead of letting Chelsea to wrap title, i think they will want to push Manchester United to the top and challenge Chelsea all the way rather than letting their london rival to retain the Premiership title. :D

[phuture]

But Arsenal is chasing the 4th spot also in order to play CL next season cos no guarantee they will win the CL this season. In no CL next season, I am sure Henry will leave liao.
wah u nothing to do ah? one moment change avartar, one moment change name....ppl c olso confuse leh

[Theo9902]

upon popular request lah brother :D

wah u nothing to do ah? one moment change avartar, one moment change name....ppl c olso confuse leh

[Aquarian]

Go Arsenal go :)

i think Arsenal will take revenge to stop MU's unbeaten run. Cos MU has done that before to Arsenal :(

[poseidon]

i think Arsenal will take revenge to stop MU's unbeaten run. Cos MU has done that before to Arsenal :(

looks likely a draw game:)

[Theo9902]

Ya, cos MU has only slight advantage of home ground that's all :(

looks likely a draw game:)

[Theo9902]

Man United unveil AIG as new sponsors

Manchester United have agreed a British record £56.5million shirt sponsorship deal with US finance giant American International Group (AIG).

United chief executive David Gill confirmed the four-year deal, which dwarfs the £10million-a-season contract Premiership champions Chelsea have with Samsung, at Old Trafford this lunchtime.


Although the figure is less than Gibraltar-based gaming company Mansion were prepared to pay, there were widespread concerns within club circles about being linked so heavily with a gambling organisation.

It means AIG will be only the third company to have their name on the famous red shirt, following on from Sharp and Vodafone.

While sum is slightly less than the world record £15million-a-year Juventus receive from Libyan oil company Tamoil, it still represents a major coup for Gill and his negotiation team, who have confounded the predictions of many pundits who felt they would struggle to match the £9million-a-year deal Vodafone decided to terminate two years early.

'Let's be clear,' said Gill.

'We passed up the opportunity to do the world's biggest shirt deal to do the right shirt deal, one that is right for Manchester United and one that underlines our position as the world's leading club.

'AIG's global operations complement our great fanbase and we are excited about the global prospects this relationship brings.

'This is a blue chip deal for a blue chip club.'

Today's announcement had been widely anticipated following Mansion's public accusations of 'double-dealing' on Monday when they confirmed United's commercial director Andy Anson had terminated discussions with the company on Sunday evening.

Anson has been widely criticised by some vocal sections of the United support for his failure to secure a replacement more swiftly but he was extensively involved in talks over a new deal, along with Gill and Bryan Glazer.

Red Devils officials have been angered at frequent suggestions that the much-cherished 'United' brand had been badly tarnished by the Malcolm Glazer takeover and the figures involved in the AIG deal provide proof the American's controversial £790million buy-out has had no impact on the club's standing in the commercial world.

Neither, it appears, has the recent relative lack of success affected the club's popularity and the club are likely to set a new ground attendance record for a league game at Old Trafford this Sunday when Champions League semi-finalists Arsenal visit.

Gill added: 'On and off the pitch, Manchester United always seeks to be both the first and the best.

'We do things differently to others. Whether it's our faith in our Academy over the years, or our approach to sponsors - we are unique.

'The Manchester United shirt is the most iconic image in world sport and the chance for companies to appear on it is very rare.

'This deal re-establishes the club firmly among the most valuable names in world sport.'

[Aquarian]

both teams will try very hard to prevent that, a draw is no good for any of them

just joking, anyway I am not surprise that an American company won this deal

looks likely a draw game:)

[Aquarian]

U mean Lee Kum Kee oyster sauce lose out to AIG :p :eek:

Man United unveil AIG as new sponsors

Manchester United have agreed a British record £56.5million shirt sponsorship deal with US finance giant American International Group (AIG).

United chief executive David Gill confirmed the four-year deal, which dwarfs the £10million-a-season contract Premiership champions Chelsea have with Samsung, at Old Trafford this lunchtime.


Although the figure is less than Gibraltar-based gaming company Mansion were prepared to pay, there were widespread concerns within club circles about being linked so heavily with a gambling organisation.

It means AIG will be only the third company to have their name on the famous red shirt, following on from Sharp and Vodafone.

While sum is slightly less than the world record £15million-a-year Juventus receive from Libyan oil company Tamoil, it still represents a major coup for Gill and his negotiation team, who have confounded the predictions of many pundits who felt they would struggle to match the £9million-a-year deal Vodafone decided to terminate two years early.

'Let's be clear,' said Gill.

'We passed up the opportunity to do the world's biggest shirt deal to do the right shirt deal, one that is right for Manchester United and one that underlines our position as the world's leading club.

'AIG's global operations complement our great fanbase and we are excited about the global prospects this relationship brings.

'This is a blue chip deal for a blue chip club.'

Today's announcement had been widely anticipated following Mansion's public accusations of 'double-dealing' on Monday when they confirmed United's commercial director Andy Anson had terminated discussions with the company on Sunday evening.

Anson has been widely criticised by some vocal sections of the United support for his failure to secure a replacement more swiftly but he was extensively involved in talks over a new deal, along with Gill and Bryan Glazer.

Red Devils officials have been angered at frequent suggestions that the much-cherished 'United' brand had been badly tarnished by the Malcolm Glazer takeover and the figures involved in the AIG deal provide proof the American's controversial £790million buy-out has had no impact on the club's standing in the commercial world.

Neither, it appears, has the recent relative lack of success affected the club's popularity and the club are likely to set a new ground attendance record for a league game at Old Trafford this Sunday when Champions League semi-finalists Arsenal visit.

Gill added: 'On and off the pitch, Manchester United always seeks to be both the first and the best.

'We do things differently to others. Whether it's our faith in our Academy over the years, or our approach to sponsors - we are unique.

'The Manchester United shirt is the most iconic image in world sport and the chance for companies to appear on it is very rare.

'This deal re-establishes the club firmly among the most valuable names in world sport.'

[Theo9902]

Lee Kum Kee only dares to fight with Carlsberg :D

U mean Lee Kum Kee oyster sauce lose out to AIG :p :eek:

[Aquarian]

anyway, i am not surprise that an American company sealed the deal

Lee Kum Kee only dares to fight with Carlsberg :D

[Theo9902]

yalor, American boss now mah :(

anyway, i am not surprise that an American company sealed the deal

[phuture]

2 - 0. Arsenal well beaten by Manchester United. As predicted that Arsenal, Tottenham and Charlton will let Manchester United to chase Chelsea for the title. "Liverpool simply got no chance to claim 2nd spot liao!"

[Theo9902]

Rooney inspires United

Wayne Rooney inspired Manchester United to an impressive 2-0 victory over Arsenal on Sunday to keep up the pressure on Premier League leaders Chelsea. However, the Blues' comfortable 4-1 win over West Ham ensured the reigning champions still have a seven-point lead over United. Defeat at Old Trafford dealt a blow to Arsenal's hopes of securing fourth-place in the league.

http://soccernet-att.espn.go.com/design05/images/PH/Rooney412_ME.jpg

[poseidon]

great game:) well done mu:D

[Theo9902]

This coming weekend could be interesting:

Good Friday, MU will be meeting Sunderland at Old Trafford. And if Bolton can beat Chelsea the next day........ :D

[poseidon]

This coming weekend could be interesting:

Good Friday, MU will be meeting Sunderland at Old Trafford. And if Bolton can beat Chelsea the next day........ :D

ya i think draw for chelsea,if mu can beat sunderland that will b great:)

[Theo9902]

with the form now, if MU can't beat the bottom club Sunderland, then something must be very wrong at MU sides liao. Basically sunderland confirm will be relegated and what's left for them is to fight for some "face" lah. :D

ya i think draw for chelsea,if mu can beat sunderland that will b great:)

[poshryder]

2 - 0. Arsenal well beaten by Manchester United. As predicted that Arsenal, Tottenham and Charlton will let Manchester United to chase Chelsea for the title. "Liverpool simply got no chance to claim 2nd spot liao!" Are you a liverpool fan, sounds like it ! forgive me no offence. Dun believe the gunners give Man U any chance of Denial for Liverpool to not catch up ! is a race for the 2nd, 3rd places or may be 1st. Just a few games left dun believe chelsea will be that bad to lose all their balance games.

Conclusion:
It was a great game last night, Man U did a good job to explore the loop holes of Arsenal's two left and right backs in the 2nd half. BOth goals were classic finish ! Not forgetting it could have been 3 - 0, best of all it took an Asian to seal the gunners fate... well done Pak ! I feel that the guneers did not have fire power at the front to gun down Man U. Man U did their best and took every chance they have to put the goals behind the German No1. If England would meet Germany in the world cup finals...hope england would display another possible history in the old english finishing !

[phuture]

Are you a liverpool fan, sounds like it ! forgive me no offence. Dun believe the gunners give Man U any chance of Denial for Liverpool to not catch up ! is a race for the 2nd, 3rd places or may be 1st. Just a few games left dun believe chelsea will be that bad to lose all their balance games.

Conclusion:
It was a great game last night, Man U did a good job to explore the loop holes of Arsenal's two left and right backs in the 2nd half. BOth goals were classic finish ! Not forgetting it could have been 3 - 0, best of all it took an Asian to seal the gunners fate... well done Pak ! I feel that the guneers did not have fire power at the front to gun down Man U. Man U did their best and took every chance they have to put the goals behind the German No1. If England would meet Germany in the world cup finals...hope england would display another possible history in the old english finishing !


Who a liverpool fan? Me? C'mon lah.....u know how to read English boh???? I said Liverpool got no chance to claim 2nd spot as they always wanted to leapfrog Man Utd to get automatic Champions League qualification next season.


U don't know meh.....All london clubs excuding Chelsea knows only Man Utd got a realistic chance to challenge Chelsea....of course they all supports Man Utd lah.....

[poshryder]

with the form now, if MU can't beat the bottom club Sunderland, then something must be very wrong at MU sides liao. Basically sunderland confirm will be relegated and what's left for them is to fight for some "face" lah. :D

I believe sunderland will display a good fight to keep Man U's winning Momentum at bay. Could be a draw ? But being a red's fan, for sure i want to see some old boys like the dutchman and walesh putting thier names on the scoring boad during sunderland's game. Is been a while hear their names mention, is really sad and demoralizing to the old boys fading out..!
I think Alex F. should take a long break after this session. He should be having tea for the rest of retirement.

[Theo9902]

MU fan? brother :D

Anyway, regardless which club we support, everyone here all brother brother.... for our many common hobbies like fish, pet, car, entertainment and...... :cool:

Who a liverpool fan? Me? C'mon lah.....u know how to read English boh???? I said Liverpool got no chance to claim 2nd spot as they always wanted to leapfrog Man Utd to get automatic Champions League qualification next season.


U don't know meh.....All london clubs excuding Chelsea knows only Man Utd got a realistic chance to challenge Chelsea....of course they all supports Man Utd lah.....

[phuture]

MU fan? brother :D

Anyway, regardless which club we support, everyone here all brother brother.... for our many common hobbies like fish, pet, car, entertainment and...... :cool:


what MU fan???? I don't understand what do you mean by that.

[Theo9902]

Is alright brother. Ignore my question previously :)

what MU fan???? I don't understand what do you mean by that.

[Aquarian]

Really do not understand what Wenger is thinking, only let Henry played for the last 20 min, I was expecting a more even fight :(

[poshryder]

Who a liverpool fan? Me? C'mon lah.....u know how to read English boh???? I said Liverpool got no chance to claim 2nd spot as they always wanted to leapfrog Man Utd to get automatic Champions League qualification next season.

U don't know meh.....All london clubs excuding Chelsea knows only Man Utd got a realistic chance to challenge Chelsea....of course they all supports Man Utd lah..... The numbers in the English league, does show Man U would have a better chance and that's an understatement. On the Controversy, realistically the possiblity of livepool trying to leapfrog over devils and be qualified for the champions league is almost sealed ! That's my point, you make me believe that liverpool fans are praying more than a Miracle to happen. The sprite of the liverpool of " you never walk alone" was felt when i read your comments, that liverpool will trump 2nd ! Pls pardon me for misinterpreting.

There are only 2 london clubs in the top 5 placing now. Assenal and Spurs.
London Clubs Arsenal,Leyton Orient,Barnet,Millwall,Brentford,Queens Park Rangers,Charlton Athletic,Tottenham Hotspur,Chelsea,Watford,Crystal Palace,West Ham United
Fulham Wimbledon.

[Theo9902]

don't forget they still have CL semi...... so must let Henry rest enuf lah.

Really do not understand what Wenger is thinking, only let Henry played for the last 20 min, I was expecting a more even fight :(

[Aquarian]

just imagine when arsenal dominated the first 10 min and if Henry scored, the situation would have been different.

Anyway, Chelsea did really well playing with 10 men

don't forget they still have CL semi...... so must let Henry rest enuf lah.

[poshryder]

MU fan? brother :D

Anyway, regardless which club we support, everyone here all brother brother.... for our many common hobbies like fish, pet, car, entertainment and...... :cool: I believe, football will never have any langue barrier. Any football club you support is a fan of football and a universal laugue spoken. How gay can that be when you see 25 men running around chasing each other with 51 balls...! ding ding dong ! :)

Those are great hobbies like fish, pet, car, entertainment ! :) :)


peace out !

[Theo9902]

with 5 points difference and play one game less....... MU will not forgive itself if they don't hold on to their 2nd spot.

Now can see much better forms from Arsenal, Liverpool and MU as compare to the first half of the season. At least next season will see more even fights for the championship liao. :D

The numbers in the English league, does show Man U would have a better chance and that's an understatement. On the Controversy, realistically the possiblity of livepool trying to leapfrog over devils and be qualified for the champions league is almost sealed ! That's my point, you make me believe that liverpool fans are praying more than a Miracle to happen. The sprite of the liverpool of " you never walk alone" was felt when i read your comments, that liverpool will trump 2nd ! Pls pardon me for misinterpreting.

There are only 2 london clubs in the top 5 placing now. Assenal and Spurs.
London Clubs Arsenal,Leyton Orient,Barnet,Millwall,Brentford,Queens Park Rangers,Charlton Athletic,Tottenham Hotspur,Chelsea,Watford,Crystal Palace,West Ham United
Fulham Wimbledon.

[poshryder]

just imagine when arsenal dominated the first 10 min and if Henry scored, the situation would have been different.

Anyway, Chelsea did really well playing with 10 men YA ! I felt that the gunners were missing in the attacking and finishing department. some how the fire power is not there. Agree if henry would put in a goal the whole game could have turn towards a draw, may be.

[Theo9902]

Five more to go:

14/4 Sunderland Home

17/4 Tottenham Away

23/4 Middlesbrough Home

29/4 Chelsea Away

7/5 Charlton Athletic Home

Two more tough away matches for MU, versus Tottenham and Chlesea :(

[Theo9902]

ya, could be totally different if Henry was at the first 11. I think Alex F was relief to see Henry on the bench :D

YA ! I felt that the gunners were missing in the attacking and finishing department. some how the fire power is not there. Agree if henry would put in a goal the whole game could have turn towards a draw, may be.

[poshryder]

with 5 points difference and play one game less....... MU will not forgive itself if they don't hold on to their 2nd spot.

Now can see much better forms from Arsenal, Liverpool and MU as compare to the first half of the season. At least next season will see more even fights for the championship liao. :D Hey ! let's do the math of the top 4 clus in the EPL. worst case and best scenario... ? what do you think the most reasonable results and placing will be before the session ends. And stay heads up being any fan of any clubs for the next season. :D

[Theo9902]

My pick:

1st Chelsea
2nd MU
3rd Liverpool
4th Arsenal (if they can't, then hope they can get the CL trophy).

Hate to see CL without Henry........ or hate to see EPL without Henry.

Hey ! let's do the math of the top 4 clus in the EPL. worst case and best scenario... ? what do you think the most reasonable results and placing will be before the session ends. And stay heads up being any fan of any clubs for the next season. :D

[poshryder]

ya, could be totally different if Henry was at the first 11. I think Alex F was relief to see Henry on the bench :D At least he did not sweat adn wet his balls for the 1st 45mins when henry was benched By the way Alex.F never sits still...! some thing could have been worst is happen underneath his pants..!

[Theo9902]

haha, frankly speaking, I don't really like him.

I hope he can retire soon and hope Mark Huges can take over. :D

At least he did not sweat adn wet his balls for the 1st 45mins when henry was benched By the way Alex.F never sits still...! some thing could have been worst is happen underneath his pants..!

[poshryder]

My pick:

1st Chelsea
2nd MU
3rd Liverpool
4th Arsenal (if they can't, then hope they can get the CL trophy).

Hate to see CL without Henry........ or hate to see EPL without Henry. Looks like that's the best of the top 4 EPL clubs.. We have in the 90's was Eric Cantona and now Henry...! what's up with the French men, they like male attention ya.....! :D :D

Bonjour passionés du football !

[Theo9902]

ya, any news of Eric? Still remember his kung fu kick :D

Looks like that's the best of the top 4 EPL clubs.. We have in the 90's was Eric Cantona and now Henry...! what's up with the French men, they like male attention ya.....! :D :D

Bonjour passionés du football !

[phuture]

My pick:

1st Manchester United
2nd Chelsea
3rd Liverpool
4th Tottenham Hotspurs
5th Arsenal
6th Blackburn Rovers
7th Bolton Wanderers

It will be like this if Chelsea draw Bolton, Blackburn, Newcastle and or lose to Man Utd (providing Man Utd wins all remaining matches)

I believe a lot of clubs doesn't want Chelsea to retain the title. Like Bolton and Blackburn all chasing for UEFA cup places and against Newcastle will mark the Alan Shearer's last game. So with all the possiblities, there are reasons to say that Chelsea might lose their grip on the title. I reckon Man Utd to win all remaining matches based on the form they had now, it's hard to believe that they will lose any remaining matches.

I was sad to see that West Ham doesn't know how to take the advantage that they are playing with 10 men and i was surprised Anton Ferdinand wasn't playing.

[poshryder]

ya, any news of Eric? Still remember his kung fu kick :D I think he is a consultant for NIKE football ads now.. putting his jet li special shadow kick to profile that into the next nike ad with more kung fu special ! :D :D :D

[Aquarian]

if cannot beat Spurs and Chelsea how to become champion? :)

Five more to go:

14/4 Sunderland Home

17/4 Tottenham Away

23/4 Middlesbrough Home

29/4 Chelsea Away

7/5 Charlton Athletic Home

Two more tough away matches for MU, versus Tottenham and Chlesea :(

[Aquarian]

now playing beach football ;)

ya, any news of Eric? Still remember his kung fu kick :D

[phuture]

if cannot beat Spurs and Chelsea how to become champion? :)
sure win for Man U one....u think spurs want Chelsea to win title again.
Realistically, Man Utd only got this tough one to go plus meeting with Chelsea...

[phuture]

FYI, the trophy presentation will not hold in Old Trafford if Chelsea wins all matches. :D

[Theo9902]

I said tough games....... still possible to beat them. Why not?

if cannot beat Spurs and Chelsea how to become champion? :)

[poshryder]

if cannot beat Spurs and Chelsea how to become champion? :) here we go ! numbers numbers, numbers. :D

This is how i feel ! what do you think....! Man U finish second place becos fail to keep the pressure and Alex F. loses his head and fill in some subs on 2/5 important games ! Spurs and charlton ! Totally stress out with chelsea game and substain a draw result. Juicy story.. anyone thinks that will happen or another straight win of 15 points 90 point with Man U.:D

14/4 Sunderland Home ( Man U win- 3 points ) + 75

17/4 Tottenham Away ( Man U win- 1 points ) + 78

23/4 Middlesbrough Home ( Man U win- 3 points ) + 79

29/4 Chelsea Away ( Man U win- 1 points ) + 82

7/5 Charlton Athletic Home ( Man U win- 3 points ) + 83 (total 86 points )

Two more tough away matches for MU, versus Tottenham and Chlesea

[phuture]

I said tough games....... still possible to beat them. Why not?
Bro, Liverpool fans jealous cos they win lesser Premier league trophies than MANCHESTER UNITED.



"GLORY GLORY MAN UNITED"

[phuture]

here we go accountants ! numbers numbers, numbers. :D

This is how i feel ! what do you think....! Man U finish second place becos fail to keep the pressure and Alex F. loses his head and fill in some subs on 2/5 important games ! Spurs and charlton ! Totally stress out with chelsea game and substain a draw result. Juicy story.. anyone thinks that will happen or another straight win of 15 points 90 point with Man U.:D

14/4 Sunderland Home ( Man U win- 3 points ) + 75

17/4 Tottenham Away ( Man U win- 1 points ) + 78

23/4 Middlesbrough Home ( Man U win- 3 points ) + 79

29/4 Chelsea Away ( Man U win- 1 points ) + 82

7/5 Charlton Athletic Home ( Man U win- 3 points ) + 83 (total 86 points )

Two more tough away matches for MU, versus Tottenham and Chlesea

My thoughts are only on Chelsea vs Man Utd. This a hard one for Man Utd to complete a double against Chelsea. Concerns over Spurs is nothing. Did you still remember Spurs delibrately losing to Man Utd a few seasons ago, just to make Man U earned 3 points against Arsenal. Do you think they will react differently this time and plus the fact that Man Utd is playing well now. It's hard to see Man Utd not to win this one. :D

[poshryder]

My thoughts are only on Chelsea vs Man Utd. This a hard one for Man Utd to complete a double against Chelsea. Concerns over Spurs is nothing. Did you still remember Spurs delibrately losing to Man Utd a few seasons ago, just to make Man U earned 3 points against Arsenal. Do you think they will react differently this time and plus the fact that Man Utd is playing well now. It's hard to see Man Utd not to win this one. :D

Well is possible no right or wrong at this point is good analysis, i see this is a great topic right now to debate abt before the session ends. Aspecially the title chase can be either ManU or Chelsea.

Is just how many mistakes each team makes from now till the end. And the results will show every decision and mistake consume by them taken into account ! Is situations like these causes a team to lose...they should work together with the manager to win the title. Worst may be not the teams but the 3 black man in the fields that makes mistakes ? :D

[Aquarian]

i am not saying not possible, i am saying if they cannot beat them sure cannot be champion liow, MU die die must try lor or else have to content with that little cup they have won earlier

I said tough games....... still possible to beat them. Why not?

[poshryder]

i am not saying not possible, i am saying if they cannot beat them sure cannot be champion liow, MU die die must try lor or else have to content with that little cup they have won earlier
Without Bigger silver ware ! i believe Mr Alex F.. will be taking a back sit the next season. Shareholders will have him for breakfast right after the EPL ends.. ! i am sure the younger Man u players are willing and determine to take that title..!

[Aquarian]

anyway I wish him good luck, MU had a fantastic run but i think a bit too late and Sir Alex F days are numbered.

Without Bigger silver ware ! i believe Mr Alex F.. will be taking a back sit the next season. Shareholders will have him for breakfast right after the EPL ends.. ! i am sure the younger Man u players are willing and determine to take that title..!

[poshryder]

anyway I wish him good luck, MU had a fantastic run but i think a bit too late and Sir Alex F days are numbered. Retirement program package should be offered to him to walk out of the Club. His old skool ways of training, using terror tactics and demoralzing players by benching them will make them work harder to fight for 1st 11. Is the new generation of players ... dun think it works for the next season them.

[Theo9902]

at least one more season for him lah........ just my gut feel :(

anyway I wish him good luck, MU had a fantastic run but i think a bit too late and Sir Alex F days are numbered.

[poseidon]

no matters what happen,MU still did a great job tis season,if they win the epl,will make history again,if they are second,i m still happy,its proves that they are not far behind,still better than others,tough tough tough:) come on Glory Glory Glory MU!

[poshryder]

no matters what happen,MU still did a great job tis season,if they win the epl,will make history again,if they are second,i m still happy,its proves that they are not far behind,still better than others,tough tough tough:) come on Glory Glory Glory MU! Bro, A red devil will always be red ! No complains for Second best ! At least we are in for the Champions league !

Glory x 2 Man U...! :)

[Theo9902]

Same same here, just want to see the better form of MU to challenge Chelsea next season. :D

[Aquarian]

yes, there is always hope for next year, and the next year and the following next year ;)

Same same here, just want to see the better form of MU to challenge Chelsea next season. :D

[Theo9902]

ya, because we all are forward looking ppl........ :D

yes, there is always hope for next year, and the next year and the following next year ;)

[poshryder]

ya, because we all are forward looking ppl........ :D Moving forward is the best solution to not look back. Gone it will be with the bad vibes...! Next Season Man U will do better and make less mistakes. Is a game of who makes lesser mistakes will win ! For now is 5 more games to go.

hahahaha.. "there can only be one:" code (movie highlander, cool shit)

[Aquarian]

Good to see that Ferigie is hopeful, unfortunately his player does not think so, got this from MU site

Rio Ferdinand dismissed all talk of Manchester United stealing the Premiership title from Chelsea as ‘silly.’ The England defender said: “In my mind, and in a lot of the lads’ minds, we are still concentrating all our efforts on finishing second. If anything happens above and beyond that, it would be fantastic. But to think about anything other than that at the moment would be silly." Vic Holly, The Sun

[Theo9902]

It's always good to have hope but one need to be realistic.....

I think I will go with Rio's thought. :)

Good to see that Ferigie is hopeful, unfortunately his player does not think so, got this from MU site

Rio Ferdinand dismissed all talk of Manchester United stealing the Premiership title from Chelsea as ‘silly.’ The England defender said: “In my mind, and in a lot of the lads’ minds, we are still concentrating all our efforts on finishing second. If anything happens above and beyond that, it would be fantastic. But to think about anything other than that at the moment would be silly." Vic Holly, The Sun

[poshryder]

It's always good to have hope but one need to be realistic.....

I think I will go with Rio's thought. :)
Mathematically the numbers may shows Man U to be at second, reading from Rio's optimistic review a second spot is very much secured unless the boys in blue decides to give it away to the reds.... realistically it wont happen like a fairy tale..." we live happily ever after ". 1st spot will be a bounce.

[Aquarian]

why so pessimistic??? die die also must cheong mah :)

It's always good to have hope but one need to be realistic.....

I think I will go with Rio's thought. :)

[Theo9902]

Realistic! Not pessimistic :D

why so pessimistic??? die die also must cheong mah :)

[Aquarian]

Believe in yourself that you will win all the remaining matches, and believe in others will stumble. I know you have to rely on others ppl downfall but there is no harm being optimistic about it unless it is mathematically impossible

Realistic! Not pessimistic :D

[Theo9902]

I think is easier task for Liverpool to claim the 2nd spot than MU to claim the champion of EPL :D

Believe in yourself that you will win all the remaining matches, and believe in others will stumble. I know you have to rely on others ppl downfall but there is no harm being optimistic about it unless it is mathematically impossible

[Aquarian]

No, you are wrong, it is easier for Arsenal to beat Spurs to the 4th spot :)

I think is easier task for Liverpool to claim the 2nd spot than MU to claim the champion of EPL :D

[Theo9902]

Arsenal always got away match problem, couldn't even take down Portsmouth :(

No, you are wrong, it is easier for Arsenal to beat Spurs to the 4th spot :)

[Theo9902]

WIN TONIGHT!

:cool:

[poseidon]

ya win i think by 1 goal or 5 goals!:)

[Aquarian]

Bro, this morning (even before i learned abt the results) I got a funny feelings that MU is going to suffer a humiliating draw with the bottom club, and OMG it did, so sorry to all the MU fan your title race is over, no need to wait until MU/Chelsea match liow.:rolleyes:

WIN TONIGHT!

:cool:

[phuture]

Bro, this morning (even before i learned abt the results) I got a funny feelings that MU is going to suffer a humiliating draw with the bottom club, and OMG it did, so sorry to all the MU fan your title race is over, no need to wait until MU/Chelsea match liow.:rolleyes:
Title race not over yet if Chelsea cannot win any of the remaining 5 matches. The way Manchester United played against Sunderland was splendid. The only problem with them, is that they did not score a single goal. Just take a look at the chances they have created....very scary....keeps on attacking the sunderland...Ronaldo wasted a lot of chances, taking chances as experiment. :mad:

[Aquarian]

Chelsea is leading by 9 points and with 4 games remaining, how to catch up??? In football it is the goals that count I am afraid, no doubt they have many chances of scoring but in the end the gk raised to the occasion.

Sunderland nearly scored one too, just imagine if they did, the situation would have been worst

Title race not over yet if Chelsea cannot win any of the remaining 5 matches. The way Manchester United played against Sunderland was splendid. The only problem with them, is that they did not score a single goal. Just take a look at the chances they have created....very scary....keeps on attacking the sunderland...Ronaldo wasted a lot of chances, taking chances as experiment. :mad:

[Theo9902]

I already told you many many times, I am just being realistic like Rio F.... we just be satisfied with 2nd spot and a baby cup. can liao :(

Chelsea is leading by 9 points and with 4 games remaining, how to catch up??? In football it is the goals that count I am afraid, no doubt they have many chances of scoring but in the end the gk raised to the occasion.

Sunderland nearly scored one too, just imagine if they did, the situation would have been worst

[Aquarian]

ok, lets hope for a closer fight next year ;)

I already told you many many times, I am just being realistic like Rio F.... we just be satisfied with 2nd spot and a baby cup. can liao :(

[Theo9902]

Chelsea will have tougher time to retain the title for the third year :D

ok, lets hope for a closer fight next year ;)

[nim75sg]

Chelsea will have tougher time to retain the title for the third year :D

I don't think so as they are replacing existing players ... :)

[phuture]

I don't think so as they are replacing existing players ... :)
I don't think they can retain again next season even if they change new player. How many can they change?

Just wonder Jose Mourinho might ages more if he wanted to retain....haha(Notice he got a lot more of white hair now than with FC Porto) :p

[Theo9902]

U mean by replacing some existing players, they will have easier time compare to this season? :D

I don't think so as they are replacing existing players ... :)

[poseidon]

3 players to go!

[Theo9902]

any names?

3 players to go!

[Theo9902]

Another win for MU :D

Another win from the 3 remaining matches will confirm MU's second spot this season. :)

[nim75sg]

They will most likely be No: 2 this season ...:D

[nim75sg]

U mean by replacing some existing players, they will have easier time compare to this season? :D

I think Chelsea is a nicer team to watch and not surprise that our friend wants to create history by being the 1st person retain the No. 1 for 4 consecutive years. :D

[Aquarian]

I also hope Chelsea can be knocked off next year, so that I can see Jose reaction when that happens ;)

[Theo9902]

Ya, if he can win the next season, then he only level with Alex F.

I think Chelsea is a nicer team to watch and not surprise that our friend wants to create history by being the 1st person retain the No. 1 for 4 consecutive years. :D

[Theo9902]

I thought you only enjoy watching Alex F's reaction? :D

I also hope Chelsea can be knocked off next year, so that I can see Jose reaction when that happens ;)

[Aquarian]

yes, him too ;)

I thought you only enjoy watching Alex F's reaction? :D

[Theo9902]

so you must be rather dissapointed this season as there is not much reaction from him....... :D

yes, him too ;)

[Aquarian]

he still look very pxss lah cos never become League Champion like he always did

so you must be rather dissapointed this season as there is not much reaction from him....... :D

[Theo9902]

i think with his health condition now, especially his heart. He should be happy with what MU can achieve this season. ;)

he still look very pxss lah cos never become League Champion like he always did

[Aquarian]

cannot cheong like before liow, time to hand over to younger manager, i can imagine it must be a really stressful job

i think with his health condition now, especially his heart. He should be happy with what MU can achieve this season. ;)

[Theo9902]

I guess most of the big club manager has heart problem....... :(

cannot cheong like before liow, time to hand over to younger manager, i can imagine it must be a really stressful job

[Aquarian]

nowadays the trend is u see sportsman dropped dead like leaves, hope not the coach next time :(

I guess most of the big club manager has heart problem....... :(

[Theo9902]

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has spoken of his desire to become a coach at Old Trafford after he hangs up his boots.

The Norwegian striker, who recently signed a new two-year deal with the Reds, has already begun enhancing his credentials by tutoring some of the club's blossoming youngsters.

"Coaching is part of the new contract I've just signed and I've recently been training the youth team and occasionally the Reserves," he told ManUtd.com.

Solskjaer is still very much part of United's playing squad, but the club are also making use of his experience whilst also providing the 33-year-old with the chance to develop his coaching skills.

Ole has been studying to gain his UEFA coaching badges in recent years, and he also has experience working with young players in his homeland.

"I started coaching at the football academies back home in Norway about three-and-a-half years ago during the summer break," Ole explained.

"Giving something back to the kids was something I wanted to do and the more coaching I've done, the more I've enjoyed it."

[Theo9902]

United have confirmed that David Bellion will complete a permanent summer move to Nice.

The 23-year-old striker has been on loan at the French club since the beginning of January and will join them on a permanent basis from 1 July.

In a club statement, United said: "We have agreed for the permanent transfer of David Bellion's registration to Nice on the opening day of the French transfer window on 1 July for an undisclosed fee.

"Everyone at the club wishes David all the best in his future career."

Bellion joined United from Sunderland in July 2003. He made 22 appearances in his first season, scoring three goals.

Last season saw him feature 18 times (10 as a substitute), bagging 5 goals.

He spent the first half of the current campaign on loan at West Ham, before moving to his native France in January. He will leave Old Trafford with a total of 40 appearances and 8 goals to his name.

[Theo9902]

With under a month left until the season's end, United's ongoing hunt for new blood is set to intensify.

A plethora of central midfielders continue to be tipped for summer switches to Old Trafford, and Sir Alex Ferguson has even been linked with a move for Chelsea winger Joe Cole.

Quinton Fortune's imminent summer departure has apparently alerted Bolton, while Tim Howard has emerged as a potential target for Wigan.


Arrivals:-
Joe Cole
Steven Reid
Mahamadou Diarra

Departures:-Tim Howard
Quinton Fortune

[Aquarian]

Good for him, can continue to earn big bucks :)

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has spoken of his desire to become a coach at Old Trafford after he hangs up his boots.

The Norwegian striker, who recently signed a new two-year deal with the Reds, has already begun enhancing his credentials by tutoring some of the club's blossoming youngsters.

"Coaching is part of the new contract I've just signed and I've recently been training the youth team and occasionally the Reserves," he told ManUtd.com.

Solskjaer is still very much part of United's playing squad, but the club are also making use of his experience whilst also providing the 33-year-old with the chance to develop his coaching skills.

Ole has been studying to gain his UEFA coaching badges in recent years, and he also has experience working with young players in his homeland.

"I started coaching at the football academies back home in Norway about three-and-a-half years ago during the summer break," Ole explained.

"Giving something back to the kids was something I wanted to do and the more coaching I've done, the more I've enjoyed it."

[Theo9902]

i think manager earn much less than player

Good for him, can continue to earn big bucks :)

[Aquarian]

i knw but still much better than lots of proffession

i think manager earn much less than player

[phuture]

i knw but still much better than lots of proffession
KNS, how much Manchester United thread got liverpool avatar one ???..... :mad:

[poseidon]

bro,

cool down ha,we just cant stop ppl from talking here,as long as the post contain mu info,@ least we hv other fans talking here,strange:confused: but.......as long as they dont start any fire here,:) cheers to all mu fans:)

[Aquarian]

you are free to put whatever you want as your avatar as long it is not too sexually explicit/racist/offensive etc!!

KNS, how much Manchester United thread got liverpool avatar one ???..... :mad:

[Aquarian]

Joe Cole will be a good buy ;)

With under a month left until the season's end, United's ongoing hunt for new blood is set to intensify.

A plethora of central midfielders continue to be tipped for summer switches to Old Trafford, and Sir Alex Ferguson has even been linked with a move for Chelsea winger Joe Cole.

Quinton Fortune's imminent summer departure has apparently alerted Bolton, while Tim Howard has emerged as a potential target for Wigan.


Arrivals:-
Joe Cole
Steven Reid
Mahamadou Diarra

Departures:-Tim Howard
Quinton Fortune

[Theo9902]

Ya, we welcome anyone, any fans to join the talk here. For example, I am a MU fan and sometimes I use MU's logo as my avatar. And when I post in Liverpool Fan club thread, they will see MU logo too in Liverpool thread.

I am sure as long as constructive comments, we welcome all comments from any fans.

bro,

cool down ha,we just cant stop ppl from talking here,as long as the post contain mu info,@ least we hv other fans talking here,strange:confused: but.......as long as they dont start any fire here,:) cheers to all mu fans:)

[Aquarian]

yes, this is not an exclusive members only club, even MU pub cannot stop Pool fan from visiting wearing Pool T-shirt into their pub, needless to say Old Tratford have to let their rival fans to watch the games too

Ya, we welcome anyone, any fans to join the talk here. For example, I am a MU fan and sometimes I use MU's logo as my avatar. And when I post in Liverpool Fan club thread, they will see MU logo too in Liverpool thread.

I am sure as long as constructive comments, we welcome all comments from any fans.

[Theo9902]

Ruud van Nistelrooy is backing Wayne Rooney to scoop the PFA Player of the Year award.

The 20-year-old striker, who has also been nominated for the Young Player's accolade, faces stiff competition from Chelsea trio John Terry, Frank Lampard and Joe Cole, and Thierry Henry and Steven Gerrard.

Nevertheless, van Nistelrooy believes his strike partner has a great chance of winning the prize and says it would be richly deserved.

"Wayne thoroughly deserves to be in contention for this award and I'm really pleased he's been nominated," said van Nistelrooy who won it in 2002.

"His form this season has been excellent and it has definitely been good enough to win the trophy. I certainly hope he does win it.

"It's a great honour to be recognised by fellow players and although it's a strong field, Wayne has a great chance."

If Rooney were to win both categories he would be the first since Andy Gray in 1977.

A number of Reds have been honoured by their fellow professionals in the past. Van Nistelrooy's award four years ago completed a hat-trick of wins for United following the prizes for Roy Keane (2001) and Teddy Sheringham (2000).

Eric Cantona won it in 1994, two years after Gary Pallister's success, while Mark Hughes is one of only three players - Alan Shearer and Thierry Henry being the others - to have won it twice, in 1989 and 1991.

[Aquarian]

I must say he does stand a very good chance this year, let hope his form can carry on until world cup

Ruud van Nistelrooy is backing Wayne Rooney to scoop the PFA Player of the Year award.

The 20-year-old striker, who has also been nominated for the Young Player's accolade, faces stiff competition from Chelsea trio John Terry, Frank Lampard and Joe Cole, and Thierry Henry and Steven Gerrard.

Nevertheless, van Nistelrooy believes his strike partner has a great chance of winning the prize and says it would be richly deserved.

"Wayne thoroughly deserves to be in contention for this award and I'm really pleased he's been nominated," said van Nistelrooy who won it in 2002.

"His form this season has been excellent and it has definitely been good enough to win the trophy. I certainly hope he does win it.

"It's a great honour to be recognised by fellow players and although it's a strong field, Wayne has a great chance."

If Rooney were to win both categories he would be the first since Andy Gray in 1977.

A number of Reds have been honoured by their fellow professionals in the past. Van Nistelrooy's award four years ago completed a hat-trick of wins for United following the prizes for Roy Keane (2001) and Teddy Sheringham (2000).

Eric Cantona won it in 1994, two years after Gary Pallister's success, while Mark Hughes is one of only three players - Alan Shearer and Thierry Henry being the others - to have won it twice, in 1989 and 1991.

[Theo9902]

I must say he does stand a very good chance this year, let hope his form can carry on until world cup


MANCHESTER, England : England's 1966 World Cup star Bobby Charlton believes striker Wayne Rooney can have the same shattering impact on this summer's finals as Pele had for Brazil in 1958.

Pele went to the finals in Sweden as an unknown teenager but inspired Brazil to the first of their five World Cup triumphs.

"I'm looking forward to the World Cup because I believe Wayne Rooney could be one of the major finds in world football," said Charlton.

"When Pele burst onto the scene in 1958 he surprised everyone because his type of skill and talent had just not been seen before. Wayne is that type of player too."

Meanwhile, Charlton added it would be "the biggest surprise of his life" if United won the Premiership title this season.

With Chelsea needing only a point to claim the Premiership crown, their second in two years under Jose Mourinho, United look to have gone three seasons without winning the title.

Reds boss Sir Alex Ferguson said that there "isnt a supporter in the world that would expect me to say, there you go Chelsea, its your title", and vowed to continue until the title becomes mathematically impossible.

Charlton told www.mutv.com that the manager's comments are an insight into the attitude demanded at the club.

"The number of times we have scored goals near the end of games - thats pure Manchester United," said Charlton.

"It always seems to be the way with this club. But if we won the title it would be the biggest surprise of my whole life. I really dont think it is possible.

"However, I know what Alex means. He knows that the team will give its best until we know for certain that we are not champions." - AFP /dt

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[Aquarian]

Lets all wait for the big game next week a truely fitting end to the season ;)

MANCHESTER, England : England's 1966 World Cup star Bobby Charlton believes striker Wayne Rooney can have the same shattering impact on this summer's finals as Pele had for Brazil in 1958.

Pele went to the finals in Sweden as an unknown teenager but inspired Brazil to the first of their five World Cup triumphs.

"I'm looking forward to the World Cup because I believe Wayne Rooney could be one of the major finds in world football," said Charlton.

"When Pele burst onto the scene in 1958 he surprised everyone because his type of skill and talent had just not been seen before. Wayne is that type of player too."

Meanwhile, Charlton added it would be "the biggest surprise of his life" if United won the Premiership title this season.

With Chelsea needing only a point to claim the Premiership crown, their second in two years under Jose Mourinho, United look to have gone three seasons without winning the title.

Reds boss Sir Alex Ferguson said that there "isnt a supporter in the world that would expect me to say, there you go Chelsea, its your title", and vowed to continue until the title becomes mathematically impossible.

Charlton told www.mutv.com that the manager's comments are an insight into the attitude demanded at the club.

"The number of times we have scored goals near the end of games - thats pure Manchester United," said Charlton.

"It always seems to be the way with this club. But if we won the title it would be the biggest surprise of my whole life. I really dont think it is possible.

"However, I know what Alex means. He knows that the team will give its best until we know for certain that we are not champions." - AFP /dt

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[Theo9902]

that match not much meaning. the most just delay Chelsea to celebrate its confirmed EPL trophy.

tonight's FA cup semi is more meaningful :D

Lets all wait for the big game next week a truely fitting end to the season ;)

[Aquarian]

Aren't you glad Pool beats Chelsea in the end??? :)

that match not much meaning. the most just delay Chelsea to celebrate its confirmed EPL trophy.

tonight's FA cup semi is more meaningful :D

[poseidon]

man utd vs Chelsea:) next big game:)

[Aquarian]

Like bro 9902 said this game is rather meaningless, MU played to win just to avoid being embarassed in case they lose and have to endure seeing Chelsea celebrating

man utd vs Chelsea:) next big game:)

[Theo9902]

now got more meaning, see whether MU can rub salt into Chelsea's wounds or not :D

after seeing chelsea lost their FA cup semi

man utd vs Chelsea:) next big game:)

[Theo9902]

I think Old Trafford just provided a lucky place for those "red" teams :D

BTW, I will be happier if MU can beat chelsea next week.

Aren't you glad Pool beats Chelsea in the end??? :)

[Aquarian]

I do not have to tell you i will be happier to see which team lose right? ;)

I think Old Trafford just provided a lucky place for those "red" teams :D

BTW, I will be happier if MU can beat chelsea next week.

[Theo9902]

well I won't know since both MU and Chelsea are both on your hated list :D

I do not have to tell you i will be happier to see which team lose right? ;)

[Theo9902]

Transfer Speculation: April 2006

With under a month left until the season's end, United's ongoing hunt for new blood is set to intensify.

A plethora of central midfielders continue to be tipped for summer switches to Old Trafford, and Sir Alex Ferguson has even been linked with a move for Chelsea winger Joe Cole.

The rumours surrounding Ruud van Nistelrooy's future at United have seen him linked with a move to Tottenham, with Spurs midfielder Michael Carrick and £10 million moving the opposite way.

Quinton Fortune's imminent summer departure has apparently alerted Bolton, while Tim Howard has emerged as a potential target for Wigan.

Arrivals

Michael Carrick
Joe Cole
Steven Reid
Mahamadou Diarra

Departures

Ruud van Nistelrooy
Tim Howard
Quinton Fortune

[Aquarian]

Which team will benefit Pool most if they lose???

well I won't know since both MU and Chelsea are both on your hated list :D

[Theo9902]

well, not much difference as Liverpool will be still in 3rd spot at the end of the season :D

Which team will benefit Pool most if they lose???

[phuture]

man utd vs Chelsea:) next big game:)
no, it's Chelsea vs Manchester United. Final score, 2-1 to Manchester United :D

[Theo9902]

bro, may your wish come true :D

no, it's Chelsea vs Manchester United. Final score, 2-1 to Manchester United :D

[phuture]

bro, may your wish come true :D
Man Utd will be out to spoil Chelsea last home game. :D

[Theo9902]

not so easy as under Jose M, I don't recall they have lost in two games in a roll :(

Man Utd will be out to spoil Chelsea last home game. :D

[phuture]

not so easy as under Jose M, I don't recall they have lost in two games in a roll :(
where got two games in a roll? don't count the 2 competition together lah...However Man Utd will be keen to become the first side to beat them on their home ground for this season. :D

[poseidon]

:) no, it's Chelsea vs Manchester United. Final score, 2-1 to Manchester United :D

i go for 3-1 or 2-0:)

[Theo9902]

draw will be considered good result for MU liao :)

:)

i go for 3-1 or 2-0:)

[Theo9902]

lost to Liverpool and if lose to MU this week, then will be two games in a roll what :D

where got two games in a roll? don't count the 2 competition together lah...However Man Utd will be keen to become the first side to beat them on their home ground for this season. :D

[poseidon]

if other team can beat them,i think we can also la:) hope.....

[Theo9902]

i tot you were predicting Chelsea to beat MU, 3-1 or 2-0 :(

if other team can beat them,i think we can also la:) hope.....

[poshryder]

i tot you were predicting Chelsea to beat MU, 3-1 or 2-0 :( i feel it will be a draw game, book keepers gaining from both sides ! may be..? Chelsea will take the EPL.... silver ware. My heart is with Man U.. ! But is abt the football business these days ?

[poseidon]

:) i tot you were predicting Chelsea to beat MU, 3-1 or 2-0 :(

no no!

[poseidon]

i feel it will be a draw game, book keeps gaining from both sides ! may be..? Chelsea will take the EPL.... silver ware. My heart is with Man U.. ! But is abt the football business these days ?

agree,hope can jus delay abit longer:)

[Theo9902]

then MU to beat Chelsea 2:0 or 3:1 :D

:)

no no!

[Aquarian]

ok, we will hope until this weekend to see if your dream can come true or not :p ;)

then MU to beat Chelsea 2:0 or 3:1 :D

[Theo9902]

wat do u think? Mission Impossible or Mission Possible? :D

ok, we will hope until this weekend to see if your dream can come true or not :p ;)

[Aquarian]

anything is possible, we are not talking abt Geylang playing against Chelsea, HAVE FAITH IN YOUR TEAM, like i have in Pool ;)

wat do u think? Mission Impossible or Mission Possible? :D

[poshryder]

anything is possible, we are not talking abt Geylang playing against Chelsea, HAVE FAITH IN YOUR TEAM, like i have in Pool ;)
I wish i can believe and have faith with my team (MAN U).
One russian million air and a american million air behind this two clubs.
This day in modern life, the games dun seems genuine any more..:( kind of lost a little believe in EPL....:(

i can only hope man u will win 2-1 in faith and being a fan for 2 over decades
Or 1-1 draw in business view !

[Aquarian]

yes, i tend to agree with you that is why i do not really respect a club that is overly commercialised unfortunately MU is one of them, lets hope for a terrific game

I wish i can believe and have faith with my team (MAN U).
One russian million air and a american million air behind this two clubs.
This day in modern life, the games dun seems genuine any more..:( kind of lost a little believe in EPL....:(

i can only hope man u will win 2-1 in faith and being a fan for 2 over decades
Or 1-1 draw in business view !

[Theo9902]

will u still support Liverpool if it was bought by Thai milliionaire :D

yes, i tend to agree with you that is why i do not really respect a club that is overly commercialised unfortunately MU is one of them, lets hope for a terrific game

[poseidon]

i am waiting,i sure in no time more clubs will follow:) lets not bother,oky guys lets talk man utd again:)

any update on them?

[poseidon]

Rooney Collects PFA Young Player Trophy



http://www.manutd.com/pix/1.gifWayne Rooney has been named the Professional Footballers' Association Young Player of the Year for the second year in a row.

Rooney collected the award, voted for by fellow professionals, at a gala ceremony in London's Grosvenor House Hotel on Sunday night.

"To win it twice on the run is a great honour and I am delighted with the award," said Wayne

Rooney has scored 19 goals this season, but it also his overall contribution to United's play that earned him the accolade.

He beat Reds team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo, Arsenal's Cesc Fabregas, Tottenham's Aaron Lennon, Charlton's Darren Bent and West Ham's Anton Ferdinand to the honour.

PFA chief Gordon Taylor said: "Wayne Rooney's development under Sir Alex Ferguson has been great to see.

"He has been such a key part of a United side that has won the Carling Cup and, of late, has mounted a belated challenge to Chelsea in the title race.

"For a young man he has got such strength and it is all allied to great skill and perception.

"He is also starting to show a lot more maturity too, which is pleasing to see and bodes well for Manchester United and England."

[Theo9902]

Rooney will receive his senior award next season....... according to my source :D

[Aquarian]

Your source is your crystal ball??? ;)

Rooney will receive his senior award next season....... according to my source :D

[poseidon]

Rooney will receive his senior award next season....... according to my source :D

no make 3 times,Young Player of the Year for the third year in a row 1st,than receive his senior award:)

[Theo9902]

ya, but not crystall one :D

Your source is your crystal ball??? ;)

[Theo9902]

no need lah, he is senior enuf lah regardless of this age :)

no make 3 times,Young Player of the Year for the third year in a row 1st,than receive his senior award:)

[Theo9902]

FA Cup Wins

Manchester United 11

Arsenal 10

Tottenham Hotspur 8

Aston Villa 7

Blackburn Rovers 6

Liverpool 6

Newcastle United 6

Everton 5

The Wanderers 5

West Bromwich Albion 5

Bolton Wanderers 4

Manchester City 4

Sheffield United 4

Wolverhampton Wanderers 4

Chelsea 3

Sheffield Wednesday 3

West Ham United 3

Bury 2

Nottingham Forest 2

Old Etonians 2

Preston North End 2

Sunderland 2

Barnsley 1

Blackburn Olympic 1

Blackpool 1

Bradford City 1

Burnley 1

Cardiff City 1

Charlton Athletic 1

Clapham Rovers 1

Coventry City 1

Derby County 1

Huddersfield Town 1

Ipswich Town 1

Leeds United 1

Notts County 1

Old Carthusians 1

Oxford University 1

Portsmouth 1

Royal Engineers 1

Southampton 1

Wimbledon 1

[Theo9902]

Appearances in FA Cup Finals

Manchester United 17

Arsenal 16

Newcastle United 13

Everton 12

Liverpool 12

Aston Villa 10

West Bromwich Albion 10

Tottenham Hotspur 9

Blackburn Rovers 8

Manchester City 8

Wolverhampton Wanderers 8

Bolton Wanderers 7

Chelsea 7

Preston North End 7

Old Etonians 6

Sheffield United 6

Sheffield Wednesday 6

Huddersfield Town 5

The Wanderers 5

Derby County 4

Leeds United 4

Leicester City 4

Oxford University 4

Royal Engineers 4

Sunderland 4

West Ham United 4

Southampton 4

Burnley 3

Nottingham Forest 3

Portsmouth 3

Blackpool 3

Barnsley 2

Birmingham City 2

Bury 2

Cardiff City 2

Charlton Athletic 2

Clapham Rovers 2

Notts County 2

Queen's Park (Glasgow) 2

Blackburn Olympic 1

Bradford City 1

Brighton & HA 1

Bristol City 1

Coventry City 1

Crystal Palace 1

Fulham 1

Ipswich Town 1

Luton Town 1

Middlesbrough 1

Millwall 1

Old Carthusians 1

Queen's Park Rangers 1

Watford 1

Wimbledon 1

[Aquarian]

unfortunately MU cannot improve their impressive record this year in the FA Cup because they were beaten by Liverpool !!

[Theo9902]

it's alright, we just can't win all the time........

if not, nobody wants to play with you anymore :D

unfortunately MU cannot improve their impressive record this year in the FA Cup because they were beaten by Liverpool !!

[poshryder]

unfortunately MU cannot improve their impressive record this year in the FA Cup because they were beaten by Liverpool !!
The silver ware needs to be distributed around, is abt sharing.
Can win all the time !:D

[Theo9902]

ya, it's all about sharing...... all reds are brothers. So let them have it for the 7th time :D

The silver ware needs to be distributed around, is abt sharing.
Can win all the time !:D

[Theo9902]

extract from Soccernet:

With goal difference heavily in their favour, Manchester United need just three points from their final three fixtures over the next week to stave off the threat of Liverpool for the runners-up berth.

So, by becoming the first team to beat Chelsea on their own patch in the Premiership since Jose Mourinho took charge of the Blues two summers ago, United would not only put the Londoners' championship celebrations on hold but book their place in the group stages of Europe's major competition.

[phuture]

unfortunately MU cannot improve their impressive record this year in the FA Cup because they were beaten by Liverpool !!
unfortunately liverpool cannot outshine Manchester United by league position this season, next season...confirm not chance for them because Manchester United will be champion again...they have to wait long long again....:p

[Aquarian]

well, time will tell if MU can become champion again

unfortunately liverpool cannot outshine Manchester United by league position this season, next season...confirm not chance for them because Manchester United will be champion again...they have to wait long long again....:p

[Aquarian]

Bro, don't count your chicken before the eggs hatches, if MU fails to win against Charlton and Pool wins, you will be in 3rd spot !!! ;)

unfortunately liverpool cannot outshine Manchester United by league position this season, next season...confirm not chance for them because Manchester United will be champion again...they have to wait long long again....:p

[Theo9902]

ya, if that happens, then MU and LIverpool will swap place liao :(

Bro, don't count your chicken before the eggs hatches, if MU fails to win against Charlton and Pool wins, you will be in 3rd spot !!! ;)

[Aquarian]

it will definitely be an interesting weekend coming up ;)

ya, if that happens, then MU and LIverpool will swap place liao :(

[Theo9902]

plus May 13 FA Cup Final and May 17 CL Final........ and heading to June's 2006 WC. :D

it will definitely be an interesting weekend coming up ;)

[Aquarian]

Don't forget this week, Thomas Cup final, Malaysia against tough opposition South Korea in the Q/F

plus May 13 FA Cup Final and May 17 CL Final........ and heading to June's 2006 WC. :D

[Theo9902]

ya, I was searching for the official websites. Where is the host country this time? Japan?

Don't forget this week, Thomas Cup final, Malaysia against tough opposition South Korea in the Q/F

[Theo9902]

What a game 4:0, without Rooney and Van Nisteroy.

My favorite Ole Gun is back in action but Van nin is almost confirmed leaving MU next season.

[poseidon]

so we are second in the epl?:)

[phuture]

so we are second in the epl?:)
Ya...second with Ruud Van Nistelrooy leaving....OT. A sad season!

[poseidon]

Ya...second with Ruud Van Nistelrooy leaving....OT. A sad season!

yes its abt time he is leaving,well done man u!

[Theo9902]

Sir Alex Ferguson says Ruud van Nistelrooy was left out of the team because of a "number issues" during the week leading up to the Charlton game.

Van Nistelrooy left the ground before the game, but without elaborating on the specifics, Sir Alex said he will be discussing the situation with the club's directors.

"There have been a couple of issues during the week that concerned me in terms of the spirit at the club. On such an important day, I just felt that Ruud should be left out.

"It's straightforward," he added. "We'll be discussing it with the club's directors tomorrow and Tuesday and that's it."

The club had confirmed in a statement before the game: "Ruud van Nistelrooy has gone home and will not play against Charlton."

The Dutchman had been at the ground for the match, but later left the stadium. The club added: "We are not prepared to say anything further as we are concentrating on the game against Charlton."

Louis Saha and 19-year-old striker Giuseppe Rossi start the match up front for the Reds, which United won 4-0.



yes its abt time he is leaving,well done man u!

[nim75sg]

Another fallout with Alex ... :D

[Theo9902]

The tabloids are predicting all-change at United as the transfer window edges nearer.

Ruud van Nistelrooy continues to be linked with a move away from Old Trafford, with former club PSV Eindhoven the latest side to be credited with an interest.

Feeding off their own rumours, the tabloids have set about casting their eye over potential replacements for the Dutch goalscorer - with Chelsea's Eidur Gudjohnsen strongly linked.

Then there's the old central midfield debate. Michael Carrick's name crops up for the second month in a row, while usual suspects Rino Gattuso and Mahamadou Diarra are still there or thereabouts...

Arrivals
Eidur Gudjohnsen
Michael Carrick
Rino Gattuso
Mahamadou Diarra

Departures
Ruud van Nistelrooy

[Theo9902]

oh yes, he is the Emperor of MU. Hope someone can dethrone him :D

Another fallout with Alex ... :D

[Aquarian]

Congrate to MU fan, manage to clinch the 2nd spot by the narrowest of margin. ;)

[Theo9902]

Thank you and wish Liverpool can be like PAP, beat the "hammers" :D

Congrate to MU fan, manage to clinch the 2nd spot by the narrowest of margin. ;)

[poseidon]

The tabloids are predicting all-change at United as the transfer window edges nearer.

Ruud van Nistelrooy continues to be linked with a move away from Old Trafford, with former club PSV Eindhoven the latest side to be credited with an interest.

Feeding off their own rumours, the tabloids have set about casting their eye over potential replacements for the Dutch goalscorer - with Chelsea's Eidur Gudjohnsen strongly linked.

Then there's the old central midfield debate. Michael Carrick's name crops up for the second month in a row, while usual suspects Rino Gattuso and Mahamadou Diarra are still there or thereabouts...

Arrivals
Eidur Gudjohnsen
Michael Carrick
Rino Gattuso
Mahamadou Diarra

Departures
Ruud van Nistelrooy

good sign,time to sign more new arrivals!

[Aquarian]

the problem is Chelsea has even bigger plan in bringing world class player, they already have Ballack, now they are after Shevchenko (sorry my spelling agak agak one)

good sign,time to sign more new arrivals!

[Theo9902]

so what? can those big stars bring home the trophies of CL, FA cup or even Carling Cup? :D

the problem is Chelsea has even bigger plan in bringing world class player, they already have Ballack, now they are after Shevchenko (sorry my spelling agak agak one)

[nim75sg]

so what? can those big stars bring home the trophies of CL, FA cup or even Carling Cup? :D

Well, they think they can with all those big stars but thinking and actual are two different matter. :p

We will know next season. :D

[Theo9902]

looked like "working" last season, this season? not really, let's see what happen next season :D

Well, they think they can with all those big stars but thinking and actual are two different matter. :p

We will know next season. :D

[Aquarian]

ya lor, Pool got the CL, now good chance to add the FA Cup this year, opps almost forgot MU also got the baby cup :P

so what? can those big stars bring home the trophies of CL, FA cup or even Carling Cup? :D

[Theo9902]

CL? that's last season lah, history liao. We are talking about this season.

ya lor, Pool got the CL, now good chance to add the FA Cup this year, opps almost forgot MU also got the baby cup :P

[poseidon]

the problem is Chelsea has even bigger plan in bringing world class player, they already have Ballack, now they are after Shevchenko (sorry my spelling agak agak one)

big names yes right,its good for them,but its like a time bomb,waiting when it will explore,its jus like too many cooks spoils the soup,i hope i am wrong!:)

[poseidon]

CL? that's last season lah, history liao. We are talking about this season.

ya right @ least we are in second spot,now LL liao.let hope west-ham can do something for us to talk about,but unlikely:)

[Theo9902]

Ruud van Nistelrooy's row with Sir Alex Ferguson has cost him an appearance in his old mate Roy Keane's testimonial at Old Trafford tomorrow.

As one of the few United first-team stars to speak up for Keane following the Irishman's well-publicised, but never publicly heard, MUTV lambasting of the Red Devils lamentable performance in their 4-1 defeat at Middlesbrough in October, Van Nistelrooy was looking forward to the chance of meeting up with his old captain again.

Instead, the Dutchman will join him only in his exile from Old Trafford.

Although there has been no official confirmation from any party over Van Nistelrooy's availability to face Celtic, it is understood the 29-year-old has already returned to the Netherlands to begin preparations for this summer's World Cup.

Sir Alex Ferguson is due to speak with United chief executive David Gill in the next 24 hours to determine Van Nistelrooy's future. However, it seems the player's fate has already been sealed and once the World Cup is done, he will begin looking in earnest for a new club.

In truth, the process began some time ago, with Van Nistelrooy having at least one conversation with fellow countryman Clarence Seedorf about the possibility of him linking up with him at AC Milan, a club who are believed to be interested in acquiring the former PSV Eindhoven's services.

Van Nistelrooy has so far opted not to speak out about the accusation from Ferguson that his attitude in training last week was undermining team morale to such an extent that he opted to select 19-year-old Giuseppe Rossi above him for yesterday's win over Charlton.

There is a counter-claim to the perceived theory that Van Nistelrooy walked out of United's team hotel yesterday lunchtime though, with suggestions being raised that the Dutchman - who only last month became one of only eight Manchester United players to score 150 goals for the club - was ordered out by Ferguson.

That presumably came following Van Nistelrooy's negative reaction to learning Rossi had been given a starting spot against Charlton.

It has not gone unnoticed by the striker that Ferguson, having effectively decided Keane's position at United was untenable following his MUTV tirade, has now launched such a public broadside himself.

Whether Van Nistelrooy will opt to break his own silence before Holland face Cameroon in the first of their pre-World Cup friendlies on May 27 remains to be seen but clearly his relationship with Ferguson has deteriorated markedly from the night he stood in the bowels of the Stade de France in November and reflected on an unexpected defeat to Lille just four days after the Middlesbrough debacle.

At the time, with Keane and Gary Neville missing, Van Nistelrooy was United captain. And, though disappointed at the Red Devils downturn in fortunes was apparently determined to pull them through the bad times.

'When I came four and a half years ago, United were unbeatable,' he reflected on that dark Paris night.

'Now, in bad times I just want to give it my all to get United back to where everyone wants to see them.

'I am going nowhere. Over the coming years, it is personal to me to take the club back to where I want to see it.'

At the time, the captain's armband seemed to bring an extra 20% to Van Nistelrooy's game. Ferguson's totally logical decision to hand Neville the honour of permanently replacing Keane as skipper seemed to have the opposite effect.

Ferguson is said to have been intensely unhappy with Van Nistelrooy's performance in the FA Cup defeat to Liverpool on February 21. A week later, he sensationally dropped the striker for the Carling Cup Final win over Wigan.

Louis Saha totally justified his inclusion at the Millennium Stadium and nothing that has happened since would lead any neutral observer to believe United are not a better side with the Frenchman in it.

And, as he reflects on his next career move, that is the bitter truth which will hurt Van Nistelrooy most of all.




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[Oscar77]

If MU selling RVN, would MU able to find a replacement at that quality?

[Theo9902]

but recently especially towards the end of the season, RVN is not really showing any quality. And the partnership of Rooney and Saha seems to work well....... so why not?

If MU selling RVN, would MU able to find a replacement at that quality?

[poseidon]

hope they can find a star forward soon:)

[Oscar77]

but recently especially towards the end of the season, RVN is not really showing any quality. And the partnership of Rooney and Saha seems to work well....... so why not?

Because, towards end of the season, he hardly play. SAF felt that he is a lazy fella (indeed, he hardly chase for ball, but always have the killing finishing).

Now, if selling RVN, then SAF have very big decision - to get in 1st world (I believe this is the most "in" word to use after the election) Striker or 1st world Midfielder. MU can't afford both in view it's financial debt incurred (Financing Gazaar to bought over MU)

[Oscar77]

hope they can find a star forward soon:)

The matter is not "star" Striker, is "quality" Striker. The big name such as "Crespo" and "Morientes" also can't do well in EPL.

[Theo9902]

I think they have enuf fire in forward, and they should go for good midfield which can add more fire to the front. Good midfields lilke Lampard, Steven G are always on the score sheets. :)

Because, towards end of the season, he hardly play. SAF felt that he is a lazy fella (indeed, he hardly chase for ball, but always have the killing finishing).

Now, if selling RVN, then SAF have very big decision - to get in 1st world (I believe this is the most "in" word to use after the election) Striker or 1st world Midfielder. MU can't afford both in view it's financial debt incurred (Financing Gazaar to bought over MU)

[Theo9902]

MANCHESTER, England, May 9 (Reuters) - Almost 70,000 fans filled Old Trafford on Tuesday to honour former captain Roy Keane's contribution to Manchester United.

Ireland midfielder Keane, 34, who joined Celtic in January after more than 12 1/2 years and close to 500 games for United, was given a fitting send off by the Manchester fans in a testimonial match won 1-0 by the home team.

Portuguese winger Cristiano Ronaldo scored the only goal in the second half.

Keane, who won seven league titles and four FA Cups with United, swapped the green and white hoops of Celtic for the red of the Manchester club at halftime.

Playing one final time for United manager Alex Ferguson, who hailed Keane as one of the club's finest players of all time, the Irishman set up the winning goal for Ronaldo.

'You get clubs who are happy to come second or third. Not United,' Keane said in the match programme.

'The fans don't deserve anything less than winning and that's what the manager and the club are about.'

Keane also spoke briefly on the pitch at the end of the game, saying: 'This is something I will remember for the rest of my life'.

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