Same here, I fecking love this kid. That celebration as well........ my new fave already!
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In the latest episode of the United Hour Podcast, Nik and Imran hold a long overdue conversation about United's awful league form with 1 win in 7. They discuss a disappointing draw at Bournemouth, a not so disappointing draw against Liverpool and a crushing defeat at Chelsea - Is time nearly over for Erik Ten Hag?
Then in a special second half of the pod, Nik welcomes Natalie ( https://twitter.com/natalie_17) to discuss the fortunes of Manchester United Women as they booked a place in the FA Cup Final after a historic first ever win vs. Chelsea.
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Made me laugh getting embraced by his team mates when they were all leaning down to congratulate him 
Now the celebration makes more sense.According to an old Swansea teammate, James put himself in his own fantasy team, then went and scored a goal
Watching from the television I was like, Pogba broke too fast. No one there to support him. Then out of the blue comes the Flash. Love the attacking threat DJ poses.
Its hard not to like this kid. Works hard, loads of pace, and seems to be genuinely ecstatic to be at the club.
Brilliant debut. That Titanic-vid hit me hard.
Not sure if my eyes deceive me, but in his goal celebration he looks shorter than the corner flag!Made me laugh getting embraced by his team mates when they were all leaning down to congratulate him
I've thought this too, I don't think I've ever seen a player at this club with acceleration like that. Opponents will hack him down either intentionally or by accident.
He needs to bulk up a bit and put extra hours at the training ground to hone finishing and crossing. Just be Cristianoesque with work ethic and he will have a fantastic career.
Yeah I really hope it doesn't happen to him but I do worry it will
Didn't Rashy say when Ole first came in he had been working on his finishing with him?
Hopefully he can do the same with Dan, I'm not criticising him as the hesitation was probably nerves and being slightly overwhelmed at such a golden opportunity in front of the Stretford end but he did nearly lose out on his goal and better defenders may have got the ball off him- it was almost like he was understandably overthinking it a little hopefully it will give him confidence and if someone like Ole can work with him on his finishing even better
I agree with people saying keep him as a sub for the time being, I feel he could be incredibly useful in that role especially at the moment where teams arent fully up to speed so will be tiring, to have him come on with all his pace is a great asset for us to have- maybe give him some starts in the Europa
His celebration is still making me smile and seeing all the other players celebrating and looking so happy for him is lovely also.
Just been looking through this thread and I dont do Twitter so hadn't seen it but that photo he put up saying about being the Mascot made me laugh out loud he looks tiny in the photo that think it may have been the club's Facebook uploaded of them all walking away together after celebrating his goal. Comes across as very likeable
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His attitude reminds me of Chicharito, how it seems the world to him to just be at the club. Heartwarming to see. That and the dodgy goal as well.
This.
When he scored, I had a lump in my throat as you can tell what that goal meant to him and especially who he dedicated it too - his late father. Was absolutely delighted for him! L
This young lad is going to be a fans favourite!
If he works on his final ball he has the attributes to be a top player.
Already happened. Spurs tried to cut him in two in the pre-season ‘friendly’. The one that Poch apologised about.
Great comparison. So refreshing to have players like that at the club.
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Here's the moment when he completely beat Kante for pace, and Kante had to hack him down for a yellow card. He does that to Kante who's one of the world's best defensive midfielder!
Here's the moment when he completely beat Kante for pace, and Kante had to hack him down for a yellow card. He does that to Kante who's one of the world's best defensive midfielder!
And he skinned Kante only to get cut down on Sunday - was very good skill and awareness.
Not to mention the infectious smile.
There is talent there, and finishing can be improved. If we can have players behind him who can play those through balls for him, then he will be deadly.
The release of emotion in his celebration was fantastic. You could tell what it meant to him just to be able to run out onto the pitch and then when the ball hit the net it just all came to the fore. I’m delighted for him and hope he’s a massive success here.
One thing I’ve noticed, even if we had a “bad” summer. All of our signings could easily become fan favourites.
One thing I’ve noticed, even if we had a “bad” summer. All of our signings could easily become fan favourites.
Did Kante get a yellow for that?
Yes.
Good shout that. I think he's taken on the fans favourite role in that sense too.
Our 3 new lads have all been a real lift. Every time AWB made a tackle they cheered, every Maguire clearance the same. Brilliant stuff.
As you say give me people like James who clearly love being here, than more "talented" but half assed players like Di Maria any day.
That's a decent shout. Been a while since we've seen a signing celebrate their first goal for us like that - really hope he does well, such a likeable player and had such a tumultuous summer.
What a kid. I can't remember being so happy for someone to get a debut goal like that. He'll be managed well by Ole and no doubt he'll have his up and down games, but he's going to have a great impact on our season, I feel.
The way he shook his body at the crowd behind the corner flag in a pure expression of unbridled joy. Emotion fuelling his movements; letting out pure relief, happiness and grief.
An understatement to say he is one to watch. Could quickly become a major fan favourite.
He'll gain another 5km/hr with Old Trafford cheering him on!
An understatement to say he is one to watch. Could quickly become a major fan favourite.
He'll gain another 5km/hr with Old Trafford cheering him on!
Good, I Unfortunately missed the game, there will be a lot of players getting yellows because of James, let's hope refs don't shy away from dishing too many out.
Please, no. We don't want him to do a Memphis/Lukaku and lose his agility.
Would however be nice if he continued to work hard on the technical side of his game.
Very promising debut, a very dangerous option to have in the second half against tired legs.
He also seems to have a great attitude, so I'm sure he will only get better!
I fecking love him already.
Lots to work on like everyone one else in the club but for me he's got something that it's hard to fake and it's like-ability and the X factor. He comes on and immediately, you expect something to happen. Not saying he's the answer on the right but given time, might save us 80m. Frustrating not signing star names but I'd sooner want a lad that sees his future here than someone who's using it as a shop window or a passport to Spain.
What a guy! Some humility, passion and a genuine excitement to be at this club really goes a long way towards becoming a fan favourite. Obviously he needs to continue to deliver, but what a start.
Hope he gets a really good chant sometime soon!
Hope he gets a really good chant sometime soon!
Pace and skill, it was very good. He will win many free kicks, hopefully many penalties too.
Great to see all the positive comments for the young man , so happy for him and delighted his teammates seem protective over him , like a young brother as one poster pointed out. He has a fantastic future here .
I know Ole will use him wisely probably as a impact sub for the moment to utalize his pace . After his father passed it's a dream for him to be here and we are so happy to have him also #respect
I know Ole will use him wisely probably as a impact sub for the moment to utalize his pace . After his father passed it's a dream for him to be here and we are so happy to have him also #respect
I’m not crying...you’re crying!
It’s not just his own emotional celebration that does it, it’s everyone piling in to celebrate with him too. Fan favourite already.
Just like that huh ?
Just like that. We'll be churning our CR7 clones in no time
Just like that. We'll be churning our CR7 clones in no time
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I've never seen a technique like that, the way He faked his shot was so fake that I thought He was gonna dribble to the other side.
I think we've signed three very level headed, likable lads who view United as the pinnacle and not a vehicle. Hopefully our next three signings are of that vein and a proper club culture is brought back.
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