Meeting Ronaldo!!!

Pogue Mahone · 5th September 2008, 09:39

Sounds like you're about as jaded as I am with this whole football malarkey.

I've got a bastard of a hangover though, which isn't helping things.

theimperialinn · 5th September 2008, 09:40

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Originally Posted by Pogue Mahone

Sounds like you're about as jaded as I am with this whole football malarkey.

I've got a bastard of a hangover though, which isn't helping things.

drinking on a school night

mosesfromtala · 5th September 2008, 09:43

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Originally Posted by Pogue Mahone

Sounds like you're about as jaded as I am with this whole football malarkey.

I've got a bastard of a hangover though, which isn't helping things.

as you know pogue, no sympathy allowed for hangovers ...

I'm driving to fucking dublin in 20 mins ... that's why I'm grumpy

... enjoy your day redcafe

theimperialinn · 5th September 2008, 09:44

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Originally Posted by manutdpuer

I was just wondering... as an aside....

Do you guys think the players know about redcafe.net?

Do you think they come on here after games and check out ratings or get the fans perspective on transfers.... I mean why not?

I was just wondering because i thought, maybe Ronaldo reads the forum and would see how much it meant to me and my dad that he was so nice and humble.

Just a thought.

I wouldn't be surprised they must have a lot of spare time on their hands!

Pogue Mahone · 5th September 2008, 09:47

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Originally Posted by theimperialinn

drinking on a school night

no need to shout

Striker10 · 5th September 2008, 10:11

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Originally Posted by Pogue Mahone

Sounds like you're about as jaded as I am with this whole football malarkey.

I've got a bastard of a hangover though, which isn't helping things.

just tuck it in lad and we'll say no more about it ..jk

***
still no pics ?

eric le roi · 5th September 2008, 10:42

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Originally Posted by manutdpuer

he gave me his big toothy grin

Seems like most people think his dad met Cuprinol Ronaldo, but surely this indicates it was Ronaldo MacDonaldo

Lizard King · 5th September 2008, 10:47

I don't get what's so incredible about a footballer sitting in economy and talking to a fan on a plane

Tibs · 5th September 2008, 11:19

Sign Ronaldo

ThatOldRedMagic · 5th September 2008, 11:48

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Originally Posted by Brad

For every story like this, there's a story where he blanks a small child with a terminal illness requesting an autograph. Its all about being in the right place at the right time, and what gets reported and what doesn't. Some may look on his economy travel as endeering, others might look upon it as cheapskating! Whatever, I'd much prefer from a selfish footballing point of view that he'd treat this club and all of its supporters with far more respect than he has this summer, that'd endear me to him the most

Although congrats manutdpuer on meeting your hero, must have been a great experience

What a dour soul you are Brad. You remind me of Mackay on dad's army ('They'll all com tae doooom ah tell yae!)

And if you took the trouble to read the post you'd see it was his dad who met him, not manutdpuer.

ThatOldRedMagic · 5th September 2008, 12:00

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Originally Posted by eric le roi

Seems like most people think his dad met Cuprinol Ronaldo, but surely this indicates it was Ronaldo MacDonaldo

Who the fuck is Ronaldo MacDonaldo?

And who is Cuprinol Ronaldo?

Why are we speaking in riddles?

ThatOldRedMagic · 5th September 2008, 12:05

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Originally Posted by mosesfromtala

so he flies with the proles and says hello and he's mother theresa now ?

sad cunts

What is it with people like you? Where does it hurt?

Tumbling-Dice · 5th September 2008, 12:42

Cuprinol Ronaldo I would guess refers to CR7's suntan relating to woodstain.

The other relating to AC Ronaldo and his weight refering to burgers.

Brad · 5th September 2008, 13:10

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Originally Posted by ThatOldRedMagic

What a dour soul you are Brad. You remind me of Mackay on dad's army ('They'll all com tae doooom ah tell yae!)

And if you took the trouble to read the post you'd see it was his dad who met him, not manutdpuer.

I'm not that dour OldRed, I just don't see everyones desperation to feel like their sporting heroes are great people. I'd be willing to bet a fair proportion of your average footballers are people you wouldn't want to be spending your time with! And as the wise Lizard says, why does him flying economy and signing one persons plane magazine make him so great and good? Folk have a peverse outlook on life sometimes

I did read his first post, I simpy got confused in my reply. I'm glad for his dad then

Barry Red · 5th September 2008, 13:58

Consider this if you will: Cristiano Ronaldo earns something in the order of a million pounds every ten weeks (and that's just his wages - all his endorsements are extra) and if he's not already a multi-millionaire then my cock's a kipper.

Question: How many seriously, seriously rich people jam themselves into cattle class and fly transatlantic with the hoi polloi?
Answer: None. None at all.

Ergo this is a wind up.

T2000 · 5th September 2008, 13:58

Er, have I told people that I've been with all the players and been with them in the same bar for a few days!

And no I'm not a stalker, lizard

INF-AMOS · 5th September 2008, 14:37

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Originally Posted by Smith Cove

This travelling economy thing. Anyone considered that he might have booked his flight at the last minute and they were the only seats left?

Yup, thought that my self.

Also, dont mean to sound cynical but i might find a bit of time to chat i had a long flight to the states. The rest of the time i am far too busy and a rude bastard.

Pogue Mahone · 5th September 2008, 14:40

Economy seats are always the first to go. If there are any last-minute seats left on a flight, you're more likely to to get em in first and business than you are in coach.

Bizarre idea that he would deliberately choose to sit in economy because he was humble or something.

Smith Cove · 5th September 2008, 14:49

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Originally Posted by Pogue Mahone

Economy seats are always the first to go. If there are any last-minute seats left on a flight, you're more likely to to get em in first and business than you are in coach.

Bizarre idea that he would deliberately choose to sit in economy because he was humble or something.

You might think that but its not always the case. If business class seats are limited on flights between London and New York they will sell out fast.

Dr. Dwayne · 5th September 2008, 14:52

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Originally Posted by Pogue Mahone

That's kind of what I was thinking.

Mind you, that's no more stupid than thinking he eats babies just because he had the teremity to think about a move abroad.

What the fook was he doing in New York though? I don't like this whole "breaking America" bollox he seems to be intent on.

a lot of European footballers love visiting America because when they are they they are essentially nobodies. they don't get recognized, aren't hounded by the press, etc. Klinsmann is one and I recall Ruud telling a story about a taking a vacation in the US and not being recognized by anyone, which he rather enjoyed.

theimperialinn · 5th September 2008, 15:09

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Originally Posted by Brad

I'm not that dour OldRed, I just don't see everyones desperation to feel like their sporting heroes are great people. I'd be willing to bet a fair proportion of your average footballers are people you wouldn't want to be spending your time with! And as the wise Lizard says, why does him flying economy and signing one persons plane magazine make him so great and good? Folk have a peverse outlook on life sometimes

I did read his first post, I simpy got confused in my reply. I'm glad for his dad then

I rarely ever get star struck when it comes to celebreties. From my past experiences most of them are arses.

I look at all the people pre match waiting for a partial sighting of their heroes when they get off the coach in the tunnel and I think whats the point? In a couple of hours you will see them in their full glory on the pitch!

I have only been truely star struck when I saw Bobby Charlton outside before Ole's testimonial.

marcus agrippa · 5th September 2008, 17:16

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Originally Posted by mosesfromtala

so he flies with the proles and says hello and he's mother theresa now ?

from what i understand, it is because he took the time to walk back and say hello/chat when it might have been more in keeping with his perceived image to just sign (or more probably not sign) the autograph and leave it at that.

doesn't make him a saint, but it certainly doesn't jive with the impression the media make of him.

A1Dan · 5th September 2008, 17:18

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Originally Posted by marcus agrippa

from what i understand, it is because he took the time to walk back and say hello/chat when it might have been more in keeping with his perceived image to just sign (or more probably not sign) the autograph and leave it at that.

doesn't make him a saint, but it certainly doesn't jive with the impression the media make of him.

Top marks for use of the word jive.

marcus agrippa · 5th September 2008, 17:33

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Originally Posted by A1Dan

Top marks for use of the word jive.

manutdpuer · 5th September 2008, 17:56

I think it's really admirable for Ronaldo to do the following:

1. Sit in business class when he clearly can afford First Class
- Shows he is humble, and doesn't have the ego the press make out

2. To take the time to walk back and chat to my dad and sign an autograph
- Again, shows humility and that he is down to earth

3. To remember my dad at customs and come up and say hello again and shake hands and wish him the best
- Shows he is genuine, humble again and down to earth

The reason I posted this is because many of you have spent the summer bashing the guy for his perceived move to Real. That's modern football as Fergie said. Players get there heads turned all the time (Robinho, Berbatov etc). The fact is Ronaldo isn't a bad guy for considering a move to Real. I'm gald he stayed and from this story and everything I've ever heard about him as a person, he is a gentleman and a top guy.

Maybe this story doesn't do anything for you.

But for me, it confirms how I've always felt about the lad... top footballer, a true gentlemen.

Crumpsall Red · 5th September 2008, 23:09

Should have kicked him in th nut and told him to stop being a soft twat!

mosesfromtala · 5th September 2008, 23:12

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Originally Posted by marcus agrippa

from what i understand, it is because he took the time to walk back and say hello/chat when it might have been more in keeping with his perceived image to just sign (or more probably not sign) the autograph and leave it at that.

doesn't make him a saint, but it certainly doesn't jive with the impression the media make of him.

right, so they cleverly hid all his statements of loyalty this summer?

Crumpsall Red · 5th September 2008, 23:18

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Originally Posted by manutdpuer

I think it's really admirable for Ronaldo to do the following:

1. Sit in business class when he clearly can afford First Class
- Shows he is humble, and doesn't have the ego the press make out

2. To take the time to walk back and chat to my dad and sign an autograph
- Again, shows humility and that he is down to earth

3. To remember my dad at customs and come up and say hello again and shake hands and wish him the best
- Shows he is genuine, humble again and down to earth

The reason I posted this is because many of you have spent the summer bashing the guy for his perceived move to Real. That's modern football as Fergie said. Players get there heads turned all the time (Robinho, Berbatov etc). The fact is Ronaldo isn't a bad guy for considering a move to Real. I'm gald he stayed and from this story and everything I've ever heard about him as a person, he is a gentleman and a top guy.

Maybe this story doesn't do anything for you.

But for me, it confirms how I've always felt about the lad... top footballer, a true gentlemen.

a man who has no understanding of the values and history of Manchester United, a man who had to do an embarrasing uturn when he realised Real Madrid are in no position to make an offer for him, a man who by his own admission made his mind up to leave whilst we were busting a gut singing Viva Ronaldo. I can't respect an arrogant twat like that anymore, red shirt or not.

Feedingseagulls · 5th September 2008, 23:20

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Originally Posted by mosesfromtala

right, so they cleverly hid all his statements of loyalty this summer?

I distinctly remember him saying that it was Utd's decision whether he was sold or not - we needed to be happy with the fee he expected RM to offer before we would let him go and he stressed that.

5th September 2008, 09:39	#81 (permalink)
Pogue Mahone Dr Death wasting tax payers money on the Caf all day Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: "As relaxed and natural on the park as a dog chasing a piece of silver paper in the wind" Posts: 16,092	Sounds like you're about as jaded as I am with this whole football malarkey. I've got a bastard of a hangover though, which isn't helping things.

5th September 2008, 10:47	#88 (permalink)
Lizard King Join Date: May 2007 Location: Manchester Posts: 13,134	I don't get what's so incredible about a footballer sitting in economy and talking to a fan on a plane

5th September 2008, 11:19	#89 (permalink)
Tibs Reserve Team Player Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 2,864	Sign Ronaldo

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Tumbling-Dice Reserve Team Player Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: It ain't where you're from, it's where you're at. Posts: 4,569	Cuprinol Ronaldo I would guess refers to CR7's suntan relating to woodstain. The other relating to AC Ronaldo and his weight refering to burgers.

5th September 2008, 13:58	#95 (permalink)
Barry Red Reserve Team Player Join Date: May 2004 Location: S Wales Posts: 670	Consider this if you will: Cristiano Ronaldo earns something in the order of a million pounds every ten weeks (and that's just his wages - all his endorsements are extra) and if he's not already a multi-millionaire then my cock's a kipper. Question: How many seriously, seriously rich people jam themselves into cattle class and fly transatlantic with the hoi polloi? Answer: None. None at all. Ergo this is a wind up.

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T2000 Reserve Team Player Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Football eh...bloody hell! Posts: 1,040	Er, have I told people that I've been with all the players and been with them in the same bar for a few days! And no I'm not a stalker, lizard

5th September 2008, 14:40	#98 (permalink)
Pogue Mahone Dr Death wasting tax payers money on the Caf all day Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: "As relaxed and natural on the park as a dog chasing a piece of silver paper in the wind" Posts: 16,092	Economy seats are always the first to go. If there are any last-minute seats left on a flight, you're more likely to to get em in first and business than you are in coach. Bizarre idea that he would deliberately choose to sit in economy because he was humble or something.

5th September 2008, 17:56	#105 (permalink)
manutdpuer Youth Team Player Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 271	I think it's really admirable for Ronaldo to do the following: 1. Sit in business class when he clearly can afford First Class - Shows he is humble, and doesn't have the ego the press make out 2. To take the time to walk back and chat to my dad and sign an autograph - Again, shows humility and that he is down to earth 3. To remember my dad at customs and come up and say hello again and shake hands and wish him the best - Shows he is genuine, humble again and down to earth The reason I posted this is because many of you have spent the summer bashing the guy for his perceived move to Real. That's modern football as Fergie said. Players get there heads turned all the time (Robinho, Berbatov etc). The fact is Ronaldo isn't a bad guy for considering a move to Real. I'm gald he stayed and from this story and everything I've ever heard about him as a person, he is a gentleman and a top guy. Maybe this story doesn't do anything for you. But for me, it confirms how I've always felt about the lad... top footballer, a true gentlemen.

5th September 2008, 23:09	#106 (permalink)
Crumpsall Red Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Folkestone Posts: 799	Should have kicked him in th nut and told him to stop being a soft twat!