clarkydaz
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legs are gone
Agree, posted something similar recently in the thread debating whether he is a United legend.Personally, I don't think we've had a player in our team where you think "we can win this game" regardless of how we're playing or who we're playing against, since he was here the first time.
Granted, there's a very small group of players in the world that give you that.
On MOTD they were tracking his speed for the 2nd goal and that ticker went above the 20mph mark. He is 36 ffs. That’s incredible.legs are gone
RvP in 2013 definitely gave me that vibe, same with Rooney in 09/10. Ibra in 16/17 as well had that capability to drag us out with brilliance. I'd say that's it though.Personally, I don't think we've had a player in our team where you think "we can win this game" regardless of how we're playing or who we're playing against, since he was here the first time.
Granted, there's a very small group of players in the world that give you that.
Rooney in 9/10, RvP in 12/13 and Bruno in 20/21. That's it for me.RvP in 2013 definitely gave me that vibe, same with Rooney in 09/10. Ibra in 16/17 as well had that capability to drag us out with brilliance. I'd say that's it though.
He’ll definitely play most games, but he also got a chronic knee condition that needs to be kept an eye on.Will be interesting how many games he plays, I can't see Ole resting him too often.
Shouldn't really play in any of the cups till we reach the quarterfinals at least.Will be interesting how many games he plays, I can't see Ole resting him too often.
That RvP season had a certain inevitability about it, yeah. Think it was slightly different though, for me. As for Ibra, I may be one of the few that didn't enjoy his time here. I didn't like how we played as a team when he was in it, and I thought he was slow and quite frustrating at times. He scored a few goals, granted, but this would be one of those times where goals aren't the be-all and end-all. Might be in the minority there.RvP in 2013 definitely gave me that vibe, same with Rooney in 09/10. Ibra in 16/17 as well had that capability to drag us out with brilliance. I'd say that's it though.
Will be interesting as I actually think he'll play in the 3 even if Eddy plays.He’ll definitely play most games, but he also got a chronic knee condition that needs to be kept an eye on.
Unless its a tough opponent in the League cup or FA Cup he needs to be rested in those competitions.He’ll definitely play most games, but he also got a chronic knee condition that needs to be kept an eye on.
Agree. More chance of rotating people like Martial or Greenwood into that position to give them along with getting Eddy game time.Shouldn't really play in any of the cups till we reach the quarterfinals at least.
Nah, PL and CL games, probably rested in the cups until we get near the end.He’ll definitely play most games, but he also got a chronic knee condition that needs to be kept an eye on.
I agree. They (along with Ronaldo) were among the best in the world at those times.RvP in 2013 definitely gave me that vibe, same with Rooney in 09/10. Ibra in 16/17 as well had that capability to drag us out with brilliance. I'd say that's it though.
No way he sits out in the CL games he lives for those, but FA and League Cup will be pretty much exclusively for the final or quarters and later if we get a big opponent.Shouldn't really play in any of the cups till we reach the quarterfinals at least.
Pretty much confirms Sir Alex read City were close, phoned him and the glazers and said sort it the feck out and it got done.Tweet
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Yeah, that's what I meant.No way he sits out in the CL games he lives for those, but FA and League Cup will be pretty much exclusively for the final or quarters and later if we get a big opponent.
This is actually a very sensitive and rational comment. Don't expect Ronaldo to carry us to the title, he can't do that at his current age. But he can be the difference between winning titles and cups or loosing them in those important games.He isnt as involved in the game as he used to be, but damn he's effective.
Glad to have him, even at 36 he's clearly special and a level above.
His agent held talks (as Rio said you have to listen to all offers), plus he was really desperate to leave Juve, so City could have happened if United didn't make a move. But when everyone found out about City, all ex-Utd teammates called him, demonstrating the negative impact of such a move, he knew he couldn't ruin his legacy at United. Then United came in and completed the deal rapidly.Pretty much confirms Sir Alex read City were close, phoned him and the glazers and said sort it the feck out and it got done.
That stupid knee is what stopped him dribbling as much midway through his Madrid career. Somehow he’s remained just as incredible because the before and after is obvious if you go back and watch.He’ll definitely play most games, but he also got a chronic knee condition that needs to be kept an eye on.
Drury is shite, preachy as well since the pandemic.Tweet
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He's Cristiano compared to MatterfaceTweet
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I think he understands how important winning a trophy is for us. It would 100% secure his legacy if he comes back and wins something massive for us.What slightly surprised me about Cristiano yesterday, was how much of a team player he was. He was so efficient with his football. He never lost the ball, always choosing the right pass. He didnt shoot from impossible angles, and and passed it if a teammate was in better position. Didnt create a fuss or sulk when he didnt get the ball, but encouraged the attempt.
He fit the team perfectly, and raised performances, unlike the narrative that he would "disrupt the team balance". Decent work rate as well, cut off passing lanes and pressed when necessary. He is there to score goals, and boy does he finish his chances. I feel lucky to watch him play live for United.
He was laser focussed, no nonsense. Having a player like him gives a sense of belief to the other players. A proper leader. Absolutely world class.
Was about to post exactly this.Rooney in 9/10, RvP in 12/13 and Bruno in 20/21. That's it for me.