The much awaiting Part 2

devilish · 8th March 2004, 16:38

http://www.manutd.com/news/fullstory...tegoryID= 119

You would probably label me as a liar again. But there again I can assure you that this story is true.

I wasn’t personally involved in the entire story but I have heard this story from Gary Neville himself who happens to be the biggest mate of a great friend of mine. This friend of mine takes care of the Gary Neville school in Malta and is a close friend of the English international (http://www.maltamigration.com/news/times86542.shtml ) and Gaz with the guy. He told us the aftermath of this sour experience that left SAF furious, and May kicked to the first plane to Manchester

But lets start from the beginning. It was August and Manchester United accepted the invitation of Birkirkara FC (a local club) to play a friendly against them. Birkirkara FC was owned by Mr Zammit, one of the richest guys on the island whom thanks to him he managed to turn a small Maltese side into one of the leading clubs in Malta and that was achieved by signing the best local talent available. Now for the club centenary he wanted something glamorous, and what is more glamorous than bringing the richest club in the world to Malta to play against his side? An impossible task you may think, but possible if you have the right links and the right money.

SAF had promised the Maltese a few years before that he would one day bring the entire team back to Malta, and he saw this occasion as ideal to keep his promise. Ok Birkirkara committed themselves to pay for all the expenses but from what I know Manchester United had earned nothing out of that game.

SAF knowing how much the Maltese love Manchester United brought all the players to Malta even those who were injured but could afford to miss the therapy. In fact if I remember well only Brown and Bosnich missed the trip to Malta. As usual, I was one of those who were given the task of taking care of the players, an easier job than I first thought thanks to Gary Neville’s help (man that is what I call a leader)

My limited experience with Manchester United players had thought me three things. A) They are professionals in and off the pitch. B) They are the most down to Earth ppl in the world. C) They know how to enjoy themselves, and it was the C which had put us into unneccassary trouble

The evening before the game we decided (with SAF consent) to go and enjoy the Maltese nightlife. The Nevilles and Beckham were the ‘veterans’ of this Islands and knew the right places to go without the need to consult the us. Therefore at 10 pm wearing baseball caps we (2 Maltese ‘guides’, the Nevilles, Beckham and May) were all off to Paceville, a place 10 minutes away (with a taxi) from our hotel.

At about 11am David May left the group, and it took us 2 hours to find him. We found him into another discoteque, flirting with the local girls and drunk. Gaz immediately opted to go back to the hotel and that caused an argument inside the group expecailly with Beckham who was really enjoying himself and didn’t want to end everything just because Maysie got drunk. In that argument Maysie managed to return to the dance floor, and until we could notice that, we suddenly heard a scream, and a beautiful girl turning around and slap Maysie on his face.

We ran towards Maysie and I remember Gaz asking him what was going on. Maysie told us with a smile on his face that he had touched the girls butt and that she hit him back. Yet Maysie smile was soon going to change into fear when from the right side an angry 6ft bodybuilder (+ 4 friends of his) raced angrily towards him, to break his face.

Me and Beckham moved towards the guy to calm the girls boyfriend down but it was as if trying to calm a raging bull. He started to shout at us as Gaz and co tried to move out of the scenes. Seeing that, the man got more nervous and hit Beckhams cap which felt down, exposing his face to the entire public

Luckily for us this man happened to be a Manchester United supporter and meeting Beckham face to face was enough to melt away man’s anger. He ‘forgiven’ Maysie and helped us get out from the ppl (who turned into signature predators) as long all of them gave him a signature something that seeing the situations Becks and co were more happy to give to him

We returned to the hotel as soon as we got out of the discoteque. Silence ruled as Gaz called the Gaffer to tell him the entire story (for fear that he would know it from someone else). At the hotel we fount SAF waiting in the reception. He was furious but kept himself calm in front of us, and only said that he wanted to talk with the players ASAP.

The day after May packed everything and left Malta. Official reports said that May got injured but we all knew the story.

Now let the circus begin

Nialler · 8th March 2004, 16:43

Nate · 8th March 2004, 16:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by devilish

http://www.manutd.com/news/fullstory...tegoryID= 119

I wasn’t personally involved in the entire story but I have heard this story from Gary Neville himself who happens to be the biggest mate of a great friend of mine

Beckham?

Liar.

jrsenior · 8th March 2004, 16:47

So where in this story did you " witness a SAF hairdryer" ?
Liar!

Davo · 8th March 2004, 16:48

So you didn't actually even pretend to witness Demento's rage this time around..

You were the hero this time round mind....not just the phone provider...

Nate · 8th March 2004, 16:49

Honest John · 8th March 2004, 16:51

I can't wait for this.

EricTheRed · 8th March 2004, 16:52

Is it possible Dev is telling the truth?

I mean, who could make up such a tale and keep a straight face?

Quote:

Originally Posted by devilish

Me and Beckham ....

That's the best bit.

Got any photos of you & the lads together Dev?

kf · 8th March 2004, 16:52

Bit disappointed there's no return encounter with the Rusholme whore here dev. That was my favourite bit from part one. Make sure she's back for part three mate.

Nate · 8th March 2004, 16:52

So how far did this blokes forgiveness go then Dev?

Would he have forgiven May if his bird had been sucking him off?

Honest John · 8th March 2004, 16:53

Goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooonnnnnnnne Fishin'

Nate · 8th March 2004, 16:54

Quote:

signature predators

Murt · 8th March 2004, 16:54

They dont believe you Dev.
Show em a photo of yourself with Beckham, that'll show the doubters.
Throw in nr III while your at it btw.

RedBandit · 8th March 2004, 16:54

Good one

jrsenior · 8th March 2004, 16:55

It was an interesting reat about this Barkrakar FC team owned by
Mr. Zammit.
How he managed to " turn a small Maltese side into one of the leading clubs in Malta " is beyond me. How did the big clubs in Malta
react to this?

Paz · 8th March 2004, 16:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by devilish

...hit Beckhams cap which felt down, exposing his face to the entire public

And how exactly do you go into a club, wearing a cap AND covering your face?

Amir · 8th March 2004, 16:59

Such a shame it appears David May was actually injured.

http://archives.tcm.ie/irishexaminer...nt/ppage_1.htm

EricTheRed · 8th March 2004, 17:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by devilish

I wasn’t personally involved in the entire story.....

The evening before the game we decided.....

We ran towards.....

Me and Beckham.....

We returned to the hotel

There's a conflict in there somewhere....

Were you involved or not?

Murt · 8th March 2004, 17:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paz

And how exactly do you go into a club, wearing a cap AND covering your face?

you can imagine the scene, a big row, the cap goes flying off in slow motion and Bex roars out "nooooooooooooooooooo", the cap lands on the ground and the crowd gasps when they see who it is.
Its like something from superman, when his masks falls off revelaing him to be Clark Kent.

The title of this thread is ecxcellent btw

Raoul · 8th March 2004, 17:03

Christ. This thread has classic written all over it...

Honest John · 8th March 2004, 17:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by Murt

The title of this thread is ecxcellent btw

"The much awaiting part 2"

EricTheRed · 8th March 2004, 17:13

He loves it I reckon.

I know someone just like him - can't help but make up stories which are complete fantasy.

I could actually believe that Devilish has met SAF and some of the players - lets face it, Malta isn't very big so there's a good chance if you make the effort you could get to meet them...

The thing is, meeting them isn't enough for someone like Devilish. He has to be their "mate" and have an "adventure" with them.

Sadly, like my mate, Dev craves attention and it doesn't matter if we are taking the piss out of him as long as he is the central attraction.

My mate once claimed that the phone call he had just recieved on his mobile was from another mate of his who was at work.... in a jet fighter... in the air.

Paz · 8th March 2004, 17:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by Murt

you can imagine the scene, a big row, the cap goes flying off in slow motion and Bex roars out "nooooooooooooooooooo", the cap lands on the ground and the crowd gasps when they see who it is.
Its like something from superman, when his masks falls off revelaing him to be Clark Kent.

The title of this thread is ecxcellent btw

- I knowwwwwww!

Plechazunga · 8th March 2004, 17:16

I googled the Gary Neville school:

"Neville himself supervised the first session, together with leading qualified Maltese coaches, including Ray 'Zazu' Farrugia and former Malta international Carmel Busuttil. The pitch layout for the school included a five-a-side pitch and two giant goals which were used for speed and aim exercises. "

Dev, are you Ray 'Zazu' Farrugia? Are you the bloke at the back by the goal?

Murt · 8th March 2004, 17:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by EricTheRed

He loves it I reckon.
I know someone just like him - can't help but make up stories which are complete fantasy.

I brought this up last week with Dev, i reckon he has a "cluster B personality disorder", borderline/narcistisk

Check out the criteria

Willing to Lie
Lack of Empathy
Not bound by Social Norms
Can be pleasant/polished
Potential for Violence
Impulsive
Enjoys humiliating and demeaning others
Grandiosity, Exhibitionism
Overly Dramatic, Theatrical
Frequent Tantrums
Attention seeking

kf · 8th March 2004, 17:20

Dev's the one in the green kit & red baseball cap (was this the one being worn on the night in question?

)

Keane16 · 8th March 2004, 17:20

I'll tell you what, when the internet works - its a thing of beauty.

Big Andy · 8th March 2004, 17:20

Smells like teen spirit to me, oh no, wait, it's bullshit!

Another classic from Dev! What a legend, not only the chief phone providor for Fergie on any Maltese tour, but he's also saved David May from a kicking! What a fucking legend!

26 may 1999 · 8th March 2004, 17:22

I believe you Dev...

I actually called Mr Beckham Dave.

We are that close.

Devs story is good enough for me.

Better than Bahama Reds cock and bull story.

Davo · 8th March 2004, 17:24

Part 3 regales the time Dev played a crucial part in your treble success....by saving OGS from Russian whores and Maltese big blokes, whilst single handily defeating Mothra, Godzilla's nemesis....

EricTheRed · 8th March 2004, 17:36

Does anyone remember the Viz character "Aldridge Prior"?

Plechazunga · 8th March 2004, 17:51

Dublin Red · 8th March 2004, 17:57

Classic stuff. Can't wait for installment 3. May I suggest the title and opening line.

The Much Awaiting totally unbelievable but completely true part 3.

Here comes the Circus again.

EricTheRed · 8th March 2004, 18:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by Plechazunga

no

It's Devilish...

8th March 2004, 16:38	#1 (permalink)
devilish Nationality: Italian-English, Maltese Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Cnut's home Posts: 17,351	The much awaiting Part 2 http://www.manutd.com/news/fullstory...tegoryID= 119 You would probably label me as a liar again. But there again I can assure you that this story is true. I wasn’t personally involved in the entire story but I have heard this story from Gary Neville himself who happens to be the biggest mate of a great friend of mine. This friend of mine takes care of the Gary Neville school in Malta and is a close friend of the English international (http://www.maltamigration.com/news/times86542.shtml ) and Gaz with the guy. He told us the aftermath of this sour experience that left SAF furious, and May kicked to the first plane to Manchester But lets start from the beginning. It was August and Manchester United accepted the invitation of Birkirkara FC (a local club) to play a friendly against them. Birkirkara FC was owned by Mr Zammit, one of the richest guys on the island whom thanks to him he managed to turn a small Maltese side into one of the leading clubs in Malta and that was achieved by signing the best local talent available. Now for the club centenary he wanted something glamorous, and what is more glamorous than bringing the richest club in the world to Malta to play against his side? An impossible task you may think, but possible if you have the right links and the right money. SAF had promised the Maltese a few years before that he would one day bring the entire team back to Malta, and he saw this occasion as ideal to keep his promise. Ok Birkirkara committed themselves to pay for all the expenses but from what I know Manchester United had earned nothing out of that game. SAF knowing how much the Maltese love Manchester United brought all the players to Malta even those who were injured but could afford to miss the therapy. In fact if I remember well only Brown and Bosnich missed the trip to Malta. As usual, I was one of those who were given the task of taking care of the players, an easier job than I first thought thanks to Gary Neville’s help (man that is what I call a leader) My limited experience with Manchester United players had thought me three things. A) They are professionals in and off the pitch. B) They are the most down to Earth ppl in the world. C) They know how to enjoy themselves, and it was the C which had put us into unneccassary trouble The evening before the game we decided (with SAF consent) to go and enjoy the Maltese nightlife. The Nevilles and Beckham were the ‘veterans’ of this Islands and knew the right places to go without the need to consult the us. Therefore at 10 pm wearing baseball caps we (2 Maltese ‘guides’, the Nevilles, Beckham and May) were all off to Paceville, a place 10 minutes away (with a taxi) from our hotel. At about 11am David May left the group, and it took us 2 hours to find him. We found him into another discoteque, flirting with the local girls and drunk. Gaz immediately opted to go back to the hotel and that caused an argument inside the group expecailly with Beckham who was really enjoying himself and didn’t want to end everything just because Maysie got drunk. In that argument Maysie managed to return to the dance floor, and until we could notice that, we suddenly heard a scream, and a beautiful girl turning around and slap Maysie on his face. We ran towards Maysie and I remember Gaz asking him what was going on. Maysie told us with a smile on his face that he had touched the girls butt and that she hit him back. Yet Maysie smile was soon going to change into fear when from the right side an angry 6ft bodybuilder (+ 4 friends of his) raced angrily towards him, to break his face. Me and Beckham moved towards the guy to calm the girls boyfriend down but it was as if trying to calm a raging bull. He started to shout at us as Gaz and co tried to move out of the scenes. Seeing that, the man got more nervous and hit Beckhams cap which felt down, exposing his face to the entire public Luckily for us this man happened to be a Manchester United supporter and meeting Beckham face to face was enough to melt away man’s anger. He ‘forgiven’ Maysie and helped us get out from the ppl (who turned into signature predators) as long all of them gave him a signature something that seeing the situations Becks and co were more happy to give to him We returned to the hotel as soon as we got out of the discoteque. Silence ruled as Gaz called the Gaffer to tell him the entire story (for fear that he would know it from someone else). At the hotel we fount SAF waiting in the reception. He was furious but kept himself calm in front of us, and only said that he wanted to talk with the players ASAP. The day after May packed everything and left Malta. Official reports said that May got injured but we all knew the story. Now let the circus begin

8th March 2004, 16:43	#2 (permalink)
Nialler Alex's Dad Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Nyler Posts: 8,786	liar

8th March 2004, 16:47	#4 (permalink)
jrsenior Reserve Team Player Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: 700 miles from greatness Posts: 1,214	So where in this story did you " witness a SAF hairdryer" ? Liar!

8th March 2004, 16:48	#5 (permalink)
Davo Still waiting for my team to make a title challenge. Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: It's Ours For Keeps Posts: 551,770	So you didn't actually even pretend to witness Demento's rage this time around.. You were the hero this time round mind....not just the phone provider...

8th March 2004, 16:49	#6 (permalink)
Nate Poached vegetables a speciality Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 27,152

8th March 2004, 16:51	#7 (permalink)
Honest John First Team Sub Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Upwardly bound Project Manager Posts: 5,364	I can't wait for this.

8th March 2004, 16:52	#9 (permalink)
kf First Team Sub Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 5,176	Bit disappointed there's no return encounter with the Rusholme whore here dev. That was my favourite bit from part one. Make sure she's back for part three mate.

8th March 2004, 16:52	#10 (permalink)
Nate Poached vegetables a speciality Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 27,152	So how far did this blokes forgiveness go then Dev? Would he have forgiven May if his bird had been sucking him off?

8th March 2004, 16:53	#11 (permalink)
Honest John First Team Sub Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Upwardly bound Project Manager Posts: 5,364	Goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooonnnnnnnne Fishin'

8th March 2004, 16:54	#13 (permalink)
Murt Banned Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Dimmer than Welsh Red Posts: 17,081	They dont believe you Dev. Show em a photo of yourself with Beckham, that'll show the doubters. Throw in nr III while your at it btw.

8th March 2004, 16:54	#14 (permalink)
RedBandit Youth Team Player Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 289	Good one

8th March 2004, 16:55	#15 (permalink)
jrsenior Reserve Team Player Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: 700 miles from greatness Posts: 1,214	It was an interesting reat about this Barkrakar FC team owned by Mr. Zammit. How he managed to " turn a small Maltese side into one of the leading clubs in Malta " is beyond me. How did the big clubs in Malta react to this?

8th March 2004, 16:59	#17 (permalink)
Amir First Team Sub Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Rehovot, Israel Posts: 9,949	Such a shame it appears David May was actually injured. http://archives.tcm.ie/irishexaminer...nt/ppage_1.htm

8th March 2004, 17:03	#20 (permalink)
Raoul Revolutionizer Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: Baghdad Posts: 26,408	Christ. This thread has classic written all over it...

8th March 2004, 17:13	#22 (permalink)
EricTheRed Reserve Team Player Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: @work Posts: 968	He loves it I reckon. I know someone just like him - can't help but make up stories which are complete fantasy. I could actually believe that Devilish has met SAF and some of the players - lets face it, Malta isn't very big so there's a good chance if you make the effort you could get to meet them... The thing is, meeting them isn't enough for someone like Devilish. He has to be their "mate" and have an "adventure" with them. Sadly, like my mate, Dev craves attention and it doesn't matter if we are taking the piss out of him as long as he is the central attraction. My mate once claimed that the phone call he had just recieved on his mobile was from another mate of his who was at work.... in a jet fighter... in the air.

8th March 2004, 17:16	#24 (permalink)
Plechazunga Phones, soup, paint and chairs are troubling. Join Date: May 2003 Location: My enthusiasm is the same. I love this club. It is not about brochures. Posts: 49,498	I googled the Gary Neville school: "Neville himself supervised the first session, together with leading qualified Maltese coaches, including Ray 'Zazu' Farrugia and former Malta international Carmel Busuttil. The pitch layout for the school included a five-a-side pitch and two giant goals which were used for speed and aim exercises. " Dev, are you Ray 'Zazu' Farrugia? Are you the bloke at the back by the goal?

8th March 2004, 17:20	#26 (permalink)
kf First Team Sub Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 5,176	Dev's the one in the green kit & red baseball cap (was this the one being worn on the night in question? )

8th March 2004, 17:20	#27 (permalink)
Keane16 Redcafe Minister for Guinness Therapy Join Date: May 2003 Location: Eugene, are you even listening to me? Posts: 14,350	I'll tell you what, when the internet works - its a thing of beauty.

8th March 2004, 17:20	#28 (permalink)
Big Andy Yid Bang Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Officially the Best and Funniest Poster 2005 Posts: 28,031	Smells like teen spirit to me, oh no, wait, it's bullshit! Another classic from Dev! What a legend, not only the chief phone providor for Fergie on any Maltese tour, but he's also saved David May from a kicking! What a fucking legend!

8th March 2004, 17:22	#29 (permalink)
26 may 1999 Striker Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: MUFCUM...Manc-Union. Posts: 21,103	I believe you Dev... I actually called Mr Beckham Dave. We are that close. Devs story is good enough for me. Better than Bahama Reds cock and bull story.

8th March 2004, 17:24	#30 (permalink)
Davo Still waiting for my team to make a title challenge. Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: It's Ours For Keeps Posts: 551,770	Part 3 regales the time Dev played a crucial part in your treble success....by saving OGS from Russian whores and Maltese big blokes, whilst single handily defeating Mothra, Godzilla's nemesis....

8th March 2004, 17:36	#31 (permalink)
EricTheRed Reserve Team Player Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: @work Posts: 968	Does anyone remember the Viz character "Aldridge Prior"?

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Plechazunga Phones, soup, paint and chairs are troubling. Join Date: May 2003 Location: My enthusiasm is the same. I love this club. It is not about brochures. Posts: 49,498	no

8th March 2004, 17:57	#33 (permalink)
Dublin Red Youth Team Player Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Who's asking ? Posts: 310	Classic stuff. Can't wait for installment 3. May I suggest the title and opening line. The Much Awaiting totally unbelievable but completely true part 3. Here comes the Circus again.