Youth Reports

Stevie b · 6th September 2004, 01:48

The U18's and the U16's both entertained Newcastle on Saturday.

The U18's lost 4-1 and the U16's won 3-2

jatin · 6th September 2004, 07:40

didn't know where to put this one but

Ex-Man Utd kid Pugh a hit at Leeds
tribalfootball.com - September 6, 2004

Former Manchester United fullback Danny Pugh is impressing at Leeds.
The youngster moved to Elland Road as part of Alan Smith's transfer and Leeds boss Kevin Blackwell hailed: "I'm very pleased with the way Danny has settled into life here.

"He reads the game well and has a great engine. We've seen plenty of commitment from him - he's not shirked a challenge since he's been here.

"I think the fans will adore him here because he will put everything in when it matters."

good luck to him

mista john · 6th September 2004, 07:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by jatin

Former Manchester United fullback Danny Pugh is impressing at Leeds.
The youngster moved to Elland Road as part of Alan Smith's transfer and Leeds boss Kevin Blackwell hailed: "I'm very pleased with the way Danny has settled into life here.

I believe he's playing in midfield over there.

Gazza · 6th September 2004, 07:56

Danny has scored a few goals and the Leeds fans have taken to him. Seems to have found his level in the same way Danny Webber has. Pleased for them.

Elessar · 6th September 2004, 15:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stevie b

The U18's and the U16's both entertained Newcastle on Saturday.

The U18's lost 4-1 and the U16's won 3-2

who scored for the u16?

Elliott · 7th September 2004, 02:10

stevie; who scored for the u-16??

Jacuzzi · 7th September 2004, 07:35

And Stevie, while you're at it, could you please tell us the line-ups as well?!? That is if happen to know 'em...

DJH · 8th September 2004, 01:25

Lee Martin....

Is he any good? And the inevitable question...Will he make it? I've heard he needs bulking up, just like everyone else in our youth setup it seems.

8th September 2004, 09:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJH

Lee Martin....

Is he any good? And the inevitable question...Will he make it? I've heard he needs bulking up, just like everyone else in our youth setup it seems.

Young 17 year old winger. Looks very promising. He does need to bulk up but so do most players his age. One of the more skillful players in our academy, ie stepovers and that type of thing. Still too early to tell whether he could make it but he does look like a very good talent.

red thru&thru · 8th September 2004, 10:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJH

Lee Martin....

Is he any good? And the inevitable question...Will he make it? I've heard he needs bulking up, just like everyone else in our youth setup it seems.

this is an outragous comparison, but what i'm saying he has a similar style to the player i am going to compare to.

to me he reminds me of a zidane. now i'm not saying he will become to be a good player as zidane, though i don't know how good zizou was at martins age.

he is tall player, like zidane. does his step overs like him, not like CR7. martin has the skill to beat a player like zidane, has the driving force as zidane.

when he signed he was touted as being beckham, scholes, keane all rolled in one. now if that were true who would you say had all that?...well zidane of course......well i do.

redpie · 8th September 2004, 11:50

Are we sure we signed Wayne Rooney?
Saw the goals from the Academy U18's game against Newcastle and the lad who scored a hatrick for the Geordies - Mark Walton?- was the absolute spit of our new No 8. Same build and squashed Shrek face but more importantly he plays exactly the same way. Uses his strength very well, good footwork and a cracking shot.
The resemblance is uncanny.
Fergie was watching the game - to see Rossi and Pique no doubt but I'm sure the opposition's Rooney lookalike didn't escape the manager's attention. A gentle tapping-up wouldn't do any harm surely?

I urge you to check out the footage if you haven't yet seen it. The similarity with Rooney will blow you away!

DJH · 8th September 2004, 12:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by red thru&thru

when he signed he was touted as being beckham, scholes, keane all rolled in one. now if that were true who would you say had all that?...well zidane of course......well i do.

I wouldn't say Zidane has Keane's defensive ability but he can have the same influence over a match. Speaking of which, how is Martin defensively?

8th September 2004, 12:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJH

I wouldn't say Zidane has Keane's defensive ability but he can have the same influence over a match. Speaking of which, how is Martin defensively?

He is a winger, I dont know what defensive ability you would expect from a winger.

ruudvantastic · 8th September 2004, 13:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dubai_Devil

He is a winger, I dont know what defensive ability you would expect from a winger.

The ability to track back and keep a two banks of four shape when we aren't on the ball, to be able to fill in for the full back if the defense gets dragged over to one side, to decide when to press their full back and when to hold position etc etc. Not much really, all they have to do is to be in the right place at the right time and work hard. That's the easy bit, it's the beating players and putting in quality service, chipping in with goals etc that doesn't come so easy to most players and hopefully he'll be good at that.

Hopefully he'll come good at United but I haven't really seen enough to be as sure as I am that Rossi will come good. Still, looks a promising talent.

MrMarcello · 8th September 2004, 15:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by red thru&thru

when he signed he was touted as being beckham, scholes, keane all rolled in one. now if that were true who would you say had all that?...well zidane of course......well i do.

If he was so highly touted, why did he only cost 200,000?

Wind · 8th September 2004, 15:05

we signed him at 16 didnt we??
soo only compensation had to be paid...not sure though

Elessar · 8th September 2004, 15:29

actually 200 000£ compensation for a 16 year old is pretty extreme. Both arsenal and chelsea wanted him but he choose us....after we promised to pay for his familys relocation.

jatin · 8th September 2004, 15:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrMarcello

If he was so highly touted, why did he only cost 200,000?

actually i think in total he cost us 1m
thats pretty steep for a 16 yr old; ( ok except someone like rooney maybe)

8th September 2004, 15:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by jatin

actually i think in total he cost us 1m
thats pretty steep for a 16 yr old; ( ok except someone like rooney maybe)

Yeah its 200,000 up front and the rest depending on appearences etc..

8th September 2004, 15:47

Martin signs for United
MANCHESTER United have completed a £1million swoop for Wimbledon youngster Lee Martin.

United have paid an initial £200,000 for the 16-year-old midfielder, who was also being courted by Arsenal, Tottenham and Liverpool, but with further payments due if he makes the progress anticipated.

Martin was spotted by Sir Alex Ferguson playing for the Dons' under-17 and under-19 sides and will hope the teenager has similar success to Lee Sharpe, whom he picked up in similar fashion from Torquay over a decade ago and went on to become an England international.

http://www.manchesteronline.co.uk/sp...r_united_.html

Number7 · 8th September 2004, 15:50

He also made comment about joining us because Arsenal and Chelsea are full of foreign players!

ruudvantastic · 8th September 2004, 15:55

The comments regarding Lee Martin being Keane, Scholes (I thought it was Giggs) and Becks all roled into one are a little mis-interpreted too. There was an article in one of the broadsheets (I can't remember all the details.) where the scout who spotted him originally was saying that he thought he was a cross between all of those as the best way to describe him as a player. He didn't say that he was as good as all of them rolled into one because no one is. He did say he has enormous potential though.

Number7 · 8th September 2004, 16:44

Reserves won 2-1 today, Carlisle away in the pontins league.

Our Team
1) RICARDO, 2) D. SIMPSON, 3) B COLLETT, 4) F. N'GALULA, 5) G.P. BERNBEU, 6) L. MARTIN, 7) C. EAGLES, 8) M. NEUMAYR, 9) S. EBANKS-BLAKE, 10) R. CALLISTE, 11) K. RICHARDSON.......SUBS 12) R. SHAWCROSS, 13) T. LEE, 14) M. LEA, 15) S.EVANS.

Blake scored twice.
Rossi never played so this probably means he will play Vs Aston Villa tommorow in the premier reserve league north, live on MUTV.

Elessar · 8th September 2004, 17:03

who is G.P. BERNBEU?

8th September 2004, 17:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elessar

who is G.P. BERNBEU?

Gerard Pique Bernabeu.

Elessar · 8th September 2004, 18:11

ah! So stupid. Always thought pique was his lastname.

umair · 8th September 2004, 21:53

someone give us a match report plzzzzz.

MrMarcello · 8th September 2004, 22:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by Number7

Reserves won 2-1 today, Carlisle away in the pontins league.

Rossi never played so this probably means he will play Vs Aston Villa tommorow in the premier reserve league north, live on MUTV.

How many freakin' reserve leagues exist?

Number7 · 8th September 2004, 22:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrMarcello

How many freakin' reserve leagues exist?

Just the 2.

jatin · 9th September 2004, 07:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by Number7

Rossi never played so this probably means he will play Vs Aston Villa tommorow in the premier reserve league north, live on MUTV.

isn't rooney also supposed to play in that match
rossi and roon
16 yrs and 18 yrs

oskarutd · 9th September 2004, 12:13

ANTWERP TRIO TIPPED FOR UNITED
by Graeme Bailey - Last Updated 9 Sep 2004

Team Pages:
Manchester United

Manchester United careers are being predicted for The Red Devils youngsters currently attached to Royal Antwerp.

The Old Trafford giants do not currently have any of their own home-grown products with Antwerp.

Eddie Johnson and Phil Bardsley were the most recent to spend time at The Bosuilstadion - and they both look to have benefited from their stint, as did the likes of John O'Shea, Luke Chadwick and Danny Higginbotham before them.

However, United do still have a strong presence at Antwerp as arguably three of their most promising assets are with them in the shape of Dong Fangzhuo, Souleymane Mamam and Arthur Gomez.

The Chinese, Togo and Gambia starlets are only at Antwerp as United are not allowed to have them in their own youth setup in England because of work-permit regulations - but they are keeping very close tabs on the trio.

Coaches Jim Ryan and Ricky Sbragia travelled to Belgium earlier this summer and Brian McClair travelled over just two weeks ago.

"Brian was with us two weeks ago to check on the guys," Antwerp's general secretary Paul Bistiaux told skysports.com.

"I know United are very happy with the progress that is being made by the players.

"I think particularly the way Dong and Souleymane are progressing is very pleasing.

"Arthur has had a lot of injuries, but is still doing well.

"The way it is looking at the moment all could make it Old Trafford, and both Dong and Souleymane could be with them within two years."

The news of Qatar starlet Hussain Yasser Abdulrahman is not as good - as he has now left Antwerp and United.

"He had personal problems, although he was doing well," added Bistiaux.

"United agreed to let him leave and I believe he is now back in Qatar."

Abdulrahman had even been linked with one of United's other partners - Sporting Lisbon - as he impressed in the Jupiler League, but he has now decided against continuing his career in Europe.

link:Sky Sports

Elessar · 9th September 2004, 12:40

Shouldnt gomez and Souleymane Mamam be able to apply for belgian passport by now?. Sorry to hear about hussain.

9th September 2004, 12:13	#671 (permalink)
oskarutd Reserve Team Player Join Date: May 2004 Location: Iceland Posts: 1,328	Antwerp ANTWERP TRIO TIPPED FOR UNITED by Graeme Bailey - Last Updated 9 Sep 2004 Team Pages: Manchester United Manchester United careers are being predicted for The Red Devils youngsters currently attached to Royal Antwerp. The Old Trafford giants do not currently have any of their own home-grown products with Antwerp. Eddie Johnson and Phil Bardsley were the most recent to spend time at The Bosuilstadion - and they both look to have benefited from their stint, as did the likes of John O'Shea, Luke Chadwick and Danny Higginbotham before them. However, United do still have a strong presence at Antwerp as arguably three of their most promising assets are with them in the shape of Dong Fangzhuo, Souleymane Mamam and Arthur Gomez. The Chinese, Togo and Gambia starlets are only at Antwerp as United are not allowed to have them in their own youth setup in England because of work-permit regulations - but they are keeping very close tabs on the trio. Coaches Jim Ryan and Ricky Sbragia travelled to Belgium earlier this summer and Brian McClair travelled over just two weeks ago. "Brian was with us two weeks ago to check on the guys," Antwerp's general secretary Paul Bistiaux told skysports.com. "I know United are very happy with the progress that is being made by the players. "I think particularly the way Dong and Souleymane are progressing is very pleasing. "Arthur has had a lot of injuries, but is still doing well. "The way it is looking at the moment all could make it Old Trafford, and both Dong and Souleymane could be with them within two years." The news of Qatar starlet Hussain Yasser Abdulrahman is not as good - as he has now left Antwerp and United. "He had personal problems, although he was doing well," added Bistiaux. "United agreed to let him leave and I believe he is now back in Qatar." Abdulrahman had even been linked with one of United's other partners - Sporting Lisbon - as he impressed in the Jupiler League, but he has now decided against continuing his career in Europe. link:Sky Sports

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Stevie b Trainee Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Leeds Posts: 62	The U18's and the U16's both entertained Newcastle on Saturday. The U18's lost 4-1 and the U16's won 3-2

6th September 2004, 07:40	#642 (permalink)
jatin First Team Sub Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: there's too much blood in my alcohol system!! Posts: 5,685	didn't know where to put this one but Ex-Man Utd kid Pugh a hit at Leeds tribalfootball.com - September 6, 2004 Former Manchester United fullback Danny Pugh is impressing at Leeds. The youngster moved to Elland Road as part of Alan Smith's transfer and Leeds boss Kevin Blackwell hailed: "I'm very pleased with the way Danny has settled into life here. "He reads the game well and has a great engine. We've seen plenty of commitment from him - he's not shirked a challenge since he's been here. "I think the fans will adore him here because he will put everything in when it matters." good luck to him

6th September 2004, 07:56	#644 (permalink)
Gazza Magic Carpet Pilot Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: "The great thing about United, as a result of Matt Busby, is that they have a philosophy of a club that is very discernable. You know what Manchester United stand for." Posts: 25,110	Danny has scored a few goals and the Leeds fans have taken to him. Seems to have found his level in the same way Danny Webber has. Pleased for them.

7th September 2004, 02:10	#646 (permalink)
Elliott Likes Loan Stickies Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 4,854	stevie; who scored for the u-16??

7th September 2004, 07:35	#647 (permalink)
Jacuzzi Youth Team Player Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 390	And Stevie, while you're at it, could you please tell us the line-ups as well?!? That is if happen to know 'em...

8th September 2004, 01:25	#648 (permalink)
DJH Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: The Land of the Long White Cloud Posts: 1,042	Lee Martin.... Is he any good? And the inevitable question...Will he make it? I've heard he needs bulking up, just like everyone else in our youth setup it seems.

8th September 2004, 11:50	#651 (permalink)
redpie Reserve Team Player Join Date: May 2001 Location: Mrs Merton's box room Posts: 2,238	Are we sure we signed Wayne Rooney? Saw the goals from the Academy U18's game against Newcastle and the lad who scored a hatrick for the Geordies - Mark Walton?- was the absolute spit of our new No 8. Same build and squashed Shrek face but more importantly he plays exactly the same way. Uses his strength very well, good footwork and a cracking shot. The resemblance is uncanny. Fergie was watching the game - to see Rossi and Pique no doubt but I'm sure the opposition's Rooney lookalike didn't escape the manager's attention. A gentle tapping-up wouldn't do any harm surely? I urge you to check out the footage if you haven't yet seen it. The similarity with Rooney will blow you away!

8th September 2004, 15:05	#656 (permalink)
Wind Youth Team Player Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 421	we signed him at 16 didnt we?? soo only compensation had to be paid...not sure though

8th September 2004, 15:29	#657 (permalink)
Elessar Reserve Team Player Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Sweden Posts: 1,269	actually 200 000£ compensation for a 16 year old is pretty extreme. Both arsenal and chelsea wanted him but he choose us....after we promised to pay for his familys relocation.

8th September 2004, 15:47	#660 (permalink)
Dubai_Devil Posts: n/a	Martin signs for United MANCHESTER United have completed a £1million swoop for Wimbledon youngster Lee Martin. United have paid an initial £200,000 for the 16-year-old midfielder, who was also being courted by Arsenal, Tottenham and Liverpool, but with further payments due if he makes the progress anticipated. Martin was spotted by Sir Alex Ferguson playing for the Dons' under-17 and under-19 sides and will hope the teenager has similar success to Lee Sharpe, whom he picked up in similar fashion from Torquay over a decade ago and went on to become an England international. http://www.manchesteronline.co.uk/sp...r_united_.html

8th September 2004, 15:50	#661 (permalink)
Number7 Ret's Slave Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 22,006	He also made comment about joining us because Arsenal and Chelsea are full of foreign players!

8th September 2004, 15:55	#662 (permalink)
ruudvantastic Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 1,705	The comments regarding Lee Martin being Keane, Scholes (I thought it was Giggs) and Becks all roled into one are a little mis-interpreted too. There was an article in one of the broadsheets (I can't remember all the details.) where the scout who spotted him originally was saying that he thought he was a cross between all of those as the best way to describe him as a player. He didn't say that he was as good as all of them rolled into one because no one is. He did say he has enormous potential though.

8th September 2004, 16:44	#663 (permalink)
Number7 Ret's Slave Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 22,006	Reserves won 2-1 today, Carlisle away in the pontins league. Our Team 1) RICARDO, 2) D. SIMPSON, 3) B COLLETT, 4) F. N'GALULA, 5) G.P. BERNBEU, 6) L. MARTIN, 7) C. EAGLES, 8) M. NEUMAYR, 9) S. EBANKS-BLAKE, 10) R. CALLISTE, 11) K. RICHARDSON.......SUBS 12) R. SHAWCROSS, 13) T. LEE, 14) M. LEA, 15) S.EVANS. Blake scored twice. Rossi never played so this probably means he will play Vs Aston Villa tommorow in the premier reserve league north, live on MUTV.

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Elessar Reserve Team Player Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Sweden Posts: 1,269	who is G.P. BERNBEU?

8th September 2004, 18:11	#666 (permalink)
Elessar Reserve Team Player Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Sweden Posts: 1,269	ah! So stupid. Always thought pique was his lastname.

8th September 2004, 21:53	#667 (permalink)
umair Youth Team Player Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 422	someone give us a match report plzzzzz.

9th September 2004, 12:40	#672 (permalink)
Elessar Reserve Team Player Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Sweden Posts: 1,269	Shouldnt gomez and Souleymane Mamam be able to apply for belgian passport by now?. Sorry to hear about hussain.