Ben Amos

JezChan · 23rd September 2008, 23:42

Surprise start tonight, really expected Kuszczak to play.

I thought he was pretty solid, made a good save to deny Wheater. I don't think he could have done much to stop the goal though.

Thoughts?

KanieKaned · 23rd September 2008, 23:43

looked a plank for his interview munching away on his chewing gum looking like a deer caught in headlights

Still young and learnin

Well done Kid

Brwned · 23rd September 2008, 23:44

Solid, not troubled much, confident (although it's not like it was a big match).

Ballache · 23rd September 2008, 23:46

i was surprised aswell...wasnt tested that much but looked confident...

Raven_Blade · 23rd September 2008, 23:48

He will have far harder tests than that in future. But he did well against the opposition on display.

Rudie · 23rd September 2008, 23:48

Wasn't really tested to be honest, did boro have more than a single corner? Good prospect though

FlawlessThaw · 23rd September 2008, 23:49

Has a good command of the box which you don't expect from an 18 year old. Didn't have much to do and I suppose he only played because with VDS and Foster injured, we would be screwed if something had happened to PIG tonight.

samabachan · 23rd September 2008, 23:50

Looked nervous, a couple of simple crosses almost bounced out of his hands again but not really tested by Boro tbh

Sylar · 23rd September 2008, 23:58

Was good at collecting loose balls and was shouting early when coming to collect which is nice to see. Looks good he does.

A1Dan · 24th September 2008, 13:42

Where's Zieler these days? Is Amos ahead of him?

Sylar · 24th September 2008, 13:44

He was on the bench yesterday IIRC.

Striker10 · 24th September 2008, 13:44

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Originally Posted by A1Dan

Where's Zieler these days? Is Amos ahead of him?

was on the bench dan. Zieler featured in the last reserves game when foster went off injured

A1Dan · 24th September 2008, 13:52

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Originally Posted by Striker10

was on the bench dan. Zieler featured in the last reserves game when foster went off injured

Oh, I though TC was for some reason.

So is Zieler the usual starter for the reserves (discounting Foster) still? I'm confused - Who is further ahead out of him and Amos?

Decotron · 24th September 2008, 14:04

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Originally Posted by A1Dan

Where's Zieler these days? Is Amos ahead of him?

Mr. MUJAC or PS18 would be best placed to judge that Id say. Personally both have impressed me. Id say Zieler at the moment in terms of experience but i reckon Amos long term might to be the better prospect.

wancolos · 24th September 2008, 14:48

Last night wasn't much to go on as he wasn't even remotely tested.

Elliott · 24th September 2008, 14:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by A1Dan

Oh, I though TC was for some reason.

TC retired in 99.

RedPhil1957 · 24th September 2008, 19:56

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Originally Posted by Decotron

Mr. MUJAC or PS18 would be best placed to judge that Id say. Personally both have impressed me. Id say Zieler at the moment in terms of experience but i reckon Amos long term might to be the better prospect.

For the first time in a long time we seem very well off for quality young keepers. I believe Heaton is doing well on loan at Cardiff as well.

samabachan · 24th September 2008, 20:02

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Originally Posted by Elliott

TC retired in 99.

Top Cat?

friendlytramp · 24th September 2008, 20:10

Tommy K to play on Saturday and the positions his to lose thereafter i reckon, the timing of the injury i think is unlucky for VDS...saying that i do expect that Tommy K will drop a couple of clangers and VDS will be back in no time

leviathan · 24th September 2008, 20:20

where the hell is ben foster these days?

Red Pavan · 24th September 2008, 20:40

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Originally Posted by leviathan

where the hell is ben foster these days?

Injured

bollox · 24th September 2008, 20:50

I really liked the look of Amos. He has that trustworthy goalkeeper look about him that unfortunately I never feel about PIG. He's a good height for a keeper and looks confident and assured. I think he's one to watch.

It'd be good to see him really tested though. I don't think he made a save.

kiristao · 25th September 2008, 05:33

I was glad to see the way he commanded the box and came out and caught the ball rather that flap at it.

Sivahari · 25th September 2008, 06:25

Quote:

Originally Posted by KanieKaned

looked a plank for his interview munching away on his chewing gum looking like a deer caught in headlights

Still young and learnin

Well done Kid

FlawlessThaw · 26th September 2008, 01:47

Injury problems for Fergie could mean rookie keeper Amos playing against Bolton

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Ben Amos

Ben Amos could play for Manchester United against Bolton

Rookie goalkeeper Ben Amos, 18, could be thrust into Premier League action for Manchester United on Saturday.

Sir Alex Ferguson concerned over the fitness of his three first-team goalkeepers ahead of the match against Bolton.

Edwin Van der Sar (knee) and Thomas Kuszczak (thigh) are doubts while Ben Foster is definitely out with an ankle problem.

Amos played in United's midweek League Cup win over Middlesbrough.

He has worked his way through the Old Trafford ranks since the age of 11.

http://www.mailonsunday.co.uk/sport/....html?ITO=1490

This is a slight concern. Not sure if Amos is ready for what is a crucial league match.

Elliott · 26th September 2008, 01:58

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Originally Posted by samabachan

Top Cat?

Tony Coton. Think A1Dan meant TK.

R.Nilsson7 · 26th September 2008, 07:14

To be fair. I trust Amos more than PIG between the posts.

Name Changed · 26th September 2008, 07:39

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Originally Posted by R.Nilsson7

To be fair. I trust Amos more than PIG between the posts.

So would I. That's more to do with the fact that I don't trust PIG over my trust for Amos.

oleonenumber20 · 26th September 2008, 08:44

I think PIG is a good 2nd keeper but not quite good enough to hold down the No1 spot. He is a good shot stopper but doesnt have the command that VDS has.

anything about now · 26th September 2008, 11:42

Last time we handed a debut to a youngster (Pique), it was also against Bolton and didn't end well. Hopefully Amos does the job if he's picked.

Fazer · 26th September 2008, 13:58

How tall is this Ben Amos chap??

Richter · 26th September 2008, 14:06

VDS is back.

Coca Cola · 26th September 2008, 14:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by anything about now

Last time we handed a debut to a youngster (Pique), it was also against Bolton and didn't end well. Hopefully Amos does the job if he's picked.

Pique didn´t make his debut against Bolton.

Raven_Blade · 26th September 2008, 17:30

He will be on the bench. Thats good for him considering that Foster and Kuszczak are out. He may even come on later in the game.

23rd September 2008, 23:42	#1 (permalink)
JezChan Reserve Team Player Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 1,285	Ben Amos Surprise start tonight, really expected Kuszczak to play. I thought he was pretty solid, made a good save to deny Wheater. I don't think he could have done much to stop the goal though. Thoughts?

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KanieKaned Reserve Team Player Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Caf's Resident Bastard Maker taking it up the Dirtbox on a filthy mattress since 2005 & Derriere Extraordinaire Posts: 2,629	looked a plank for his interview munching away on his chewing gum looking like a deer caught in headlights Still young and learnin Well done Kid

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Brwned First Team Sub Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Belfast - Antrim Road/Royal Lodge. http://cbrown564.bebo.com Posts: 8,019	Solid, not troubled much, confident (although it's not like it was a big match).

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Ballache First Team Sub Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Botkyrka-Stockholms fattigaste Komun :( Posts: 6,269	i was surprised aswell...wasnt tested that much but looked confident...

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Raven_Blade Attention Whoring Common Crow Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: In Man Utd's Defence. Posts: 18,226	He will have far harder tests than that in future. But he did well against the opposition on display.

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Rudie Mentary Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Original Rudeboy Posts: 2,497	Wasn't really tested to be honest, did boro have more than a single corner? Good prospect though

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FlawlessThaw most 'know it all' poster Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: London Posts: 10,538	Has a good command of the box which you don't expect from an 18 year old. Didn't have much to do and I suppose he only played because with VDS and Foster injured, we would be screwed if something had happened to PIG tonight.

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samabachan Cockface McSticklebrick Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: He plays on the left, he plays on the riiiiiiiight, our boy Ronaldo made you look shite. Posts: 4,251	Looked nervous, a couple of simple crosses almost bounced out of his hands again but not really tested by Boro tbh

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Sylar Reserve Team Player Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,090	Was good at collecting loose balls and was shouting early when coming to collect which is nice to see. Looks good he does.

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A1Dan First Team Regular Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Where the goals come from. Posts: 10,918	Where's Zieler these days? Is Amos ahead of him?

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Sylar Reserve Team Player Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,090	He was on the bench yesterday IIRC.

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wancolos Diarrhetic homosexual- likes to beat Noggies with his manbat Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 16,738	Last night wasn't much to go on as he wasn't even remotely tested.

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friendlytramp Reserve Team Player Join Date: May 2004 Location: J Stand Posts: 1,276	Tommy K to play on Saturday and the positions his to lose thereafter i reckon, the timing of the injury i think is unlucky for VDS...saying that i do expect that Tommy K will drop a couple of clangers and VDS will be back in no time

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leviathan Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 2,242	where the hell is ben foster these days?

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bollox Youth Team Player Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 244	I really liked the look of Amos. He has that trustworthy goalkeeper look about him that unfortunately I never feel about PIG. He's a good height for a keeper and looks confident and assured. I think he's one to watch. It'd be good to see him really tested though. I don't think he made a save.

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kiristao Reserve Team Player Join Date: May 2005 Location: Goa, India Posts: 1,108	I was glad to see the way he commanded the box and came out and caught the ball rather that flap at it.

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FlawlessThaw most 'know it all' poster Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: London Posts: 10,538	Injury problems for Fergie could mean rookie keeper Amos playing against Bolton By Sportsmail Reporter Last updated at 12:33 AM on 26th September 2008 * commentsComments (0) * Add to My Stories Add to My Stories Ben Amos Ben Amos could play for Manchester United against Bolton Rookie goalkeeper Ben Amos, 18, could be thrust into Premier League action for Manchester United on Saturday. Sir Alex Ferguson concerned over the fitness of his three first-team goalkeepers ahead of the match against Bolton. Edwin Van der Sar (knee) and Thomas Kuszczak (thigh) are doubts while Ben Foster is definitely out with an ankle problem. Amos played in United's midweek League Cup win over Middlesbrough. He has worked his way through the Old Trafford ranks since the age of 11. http://www.mailonsunday.co.uk/sport/....html?ITO=1490 This is a slight concern. Not sure if Amos is ready for what is a crucial league match.

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R.Nilsson7 First Team Sub Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Dimitar Berbatov's balcony Posts: 6,309	To be fair. I trust Amos more than PIG between the posts.

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oleonenumber20 Reserve Team Player Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,210	I think PIG is a good 2nd keeper but not quite good enough to hold down the No1 spot. He is a good shot stopper but doesnt have the command that VDS has.

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anything about now MUFC lad living in a matriel world Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: The captain, the heart and soul of Chelsea Football Club, with one kick of the ball to give them the trophy.... Ohh he's missed it! Posts: 2,810	Last time we handed a debut to a youngster (Pique), it was also against Bolton and didn't end well. Hopefully Amos does the job if he's picked.

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Fazer Youth Team Player Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Season's Park Posts: 444	How tall is this Ben Amos chap??

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Richter Hairy big footed Swede Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Trying to burn down Marca's office Posts: 25,634	VDS is back.

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Raven_Blade Attention Whoring Common Crow Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: In Man Utd's Defence. Posts: 18,226	He will be on the bench. Thats good for him considering that Foster and Kuszczak are out. He may even come on later in the game.