Tweet
— Twitter API (@user) date
11
Season Average Rating
- Appearances
- 49
- Goals
- 17
- Assists
- 4
- Yellow cards
- 0
-
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.
- Status
How far do we reckon he can go? His ability is without question and so far appears to have a good head on his shoulders. Could we have an elite gem here, Van Persie, Kane etc level?
For me, it is only a question of his mentality. He has all the talents in the world, but if he fails to apply that, he wont make it. As we saw many times
Hes playing wide as many strikers have over the years, to learn a different aspect to his game. His finishing is top class even for someone still so young. He will absolutely end up as a #9 as that's where his main talent shines, scoring goals.
The world is his oyster. In my opinion he could be world class. And that term gets thrown out there far too much. He will get better and better with game time and his peak wont be seen for another 7 or 8 years! Scary
His footwork and balance and his body shape as he sets himself to shoot are very reminiscent of RVP - peak RVP that is. He looks like a natural in those aspects. The rest of his game is less developed but coming along nicely.
Keeping in mind he won’t be 19 until October, you have to imagine he will fill out a bit and get stronger and probably faster as well. The sky is the limit for this kid.
I don't mean this in a 'let's get carried away' tone, but as an 18 year old striker, there is no real clear flaw to his game. His decision making is good, at 6'1(?) he's near enough perfect height, he is extremely two-footed and is an absolutely potent finisher.
I think the only pieces of criticism you could level are ones that will come with time -- he's timid aerially and he often fizzles out of games if he doesn't score. But those are totally understandable - he's an 18 year old playing against grown men in the Premier League.
I think the only pieces of criticism you could level are ones that will come with time -- he's timid aerially and he often fizzles out of games if he doesn't score. But those are totally understandable - he's an 18 year old playing against grown men in the Premier League.
I think we've got every right to get carried away with Greenwood. Albeit his cameo's have been against largely inferior opposition compared to our first team, they are still professional teams at a higher level than reserve football.
I personally haven't seen a more natural striker since maybe Michael Owen burst onto the scene? I honestly think Greenwood will make the 2022 World Cup squad.
I personally haven't seen a more natural striker since maybe Michael Owen burst onto the scene? I honestly think Greenwood will make the 2022 World Cup squad.
I’ve been saying that about him for a while. Only real flaw is imposing himself on games, which will come as he grows more accustomed to first team football. If people think he’s good now wait until they see what he can do with his passing and dribbling, I’ve never felt so confident saying a player will make it as I am with him. By the sounds of it he’s very well grounded too.
I might have to add him to my Rooney v Rashford v Ronaldo goals/assists per 90 table.
I'll have to call him Reenwood obviously.
I'll have to call him Reenwood obviously.
Masiano.
To the very top. He’s quite shit in the air tbh, but other than that - his game is already at an extremely high level.
He’ll almost certainly end up a centre forward and will be the striker to succeed Martial I suspect. Injury and attitude permitting.
Thought this was a decent little video for those unfamiliar with his time in the academy, he may not have the pace of Rashford or James but the way he can run at full pelt with the ball still glued to his feet is pretty incredible.
Somebody said Greenwood has hit 37kmph which is the same as Rashford this year. He looked pretty fast when he scored against Watford, I think he's just been struggling with stamina so we never really see his true speed while he's getting used to the speed of the game. Once he fills out and has more of a mans body he's going to be the perfect player IMO
That was made up apparently, mods on Reddit kept having to take the post down because of it, he's fast just not breakneck fast which is fine.
Fair enough, can't say I saw anything official. Anyway he's more than fast enough, good strikers are fast in their heads which is more important.
https://www.manutd.com/en/news/deta...ign=ManUtd&utm_medium=post&utm_source=twitter
I know these stats are sometimes misleading but goes to show that maybe the concerns about his pace are premature. I think once he fills out and learns to cope physically with the men’s game he’ll demonstrate his speed more often. He’s shown signs of this in recent cameos.
Yeah, I’ve never seen his pace as an issue. Having watched him before he broke through, he’s pretty fast, but he doesn’t use his pace as a crutch. Still not a grown man’s body, it will be a few years still before he’ll feel confident going head to head physically against seasoned pros. We only need to look at Marcus’ development to see what transpires between 18-21/22 years of age.
Remember when Rashford smashed VvD earlier in the season?
It wasn't made up, it's been officially reported by the club as shown by the post above this. (Now two posts)
We need a true out and out right winger now that most of our plays are central and to balance bissaka attacking deficits on that side. Until then it's never really a balanced side.
Could probably make the euro squad given he has another year to develop now
Surprised he’s recorded the fastest speed this season
James rashford Fred not far behind
He just looks so so slow
https://www.manutd.com/en/news/deta...an-utd-player-in-premier-league-season-so-far
James rashford Fred not far behind
He just looks so so slow
https://www.manutd.com/en/news/deta...an-utd-player-in-premier-league-season-so-far
This lad will go right to the very top, he will be our no 9 in 18 months. I was trying to think of a player who I could compare him to and came up with Marco Van Basten. He has to improve his heading but that will come. When he starts to play regularly as a no9 he'll get plenty of headers. It's all about how much he wants it, the world is his oyster.
It is made up because the method of data collection is total bullshit.
When comparing him to players there is no doubt his style and technique is so so similar to Van Persie.
I called this about 3 years ago in the academy games, it’s a running joke between me and my mates because I always pipe up and say I called it first whenever a commentator or pundit mentions the similarity to Van Persie.
His run style, technique, passing... almost everything remind me of Van Persie.
Even things like, just before he strikes the ball he makes small adjustments and throws his arms out to the sides EXACTLY like RVP.
Scary thing is that he also so comfortable striking of either foot.
He plays like he's dutch, always looks in control of the situation.When comparing him to players there is no doubt his style and technique is so so similar to Van Persie.
I called this about 3 years ago in the academy games, it’s a running joke between me and my mates because I always pipe up and say I called it first whenever a commentator or pundit mentions the similarity to Van Persie.
His run style, technique, passing... almost everything remind me of Van Persie.
Even things like, just before he strikes the ball he makes small adjustments and throws his arms out to the sides EXACTLY like RVP.
Scary thing is that he also so comfortable striking of either foot.
Marco van Basten was the original no9 for Holland, a legend. Van Persie based his game on Van Basten and it looks like Mason did the same. The future is bright, the right signings & sales this summer and we won't be far behind.
I have pity on the goalkeepers for their utter confusion when he pelts the ball at them - ha!.
Best young no 9 I've seen in a while and he's not with Raiola and doesn't have a huge ego for PSG to take the piss out of as per Haaland.
Love our Mason
Best young no 9 I've seen in a while and he's not with Raiola and doesn't have a huge ego for PSG to take the piss out of as per Haaland.
Love our Mason
He could even make the 2020 euro's now, as it's not played until 2021. He has a great future ahead of him if he keeps his feet on the ground and don't get too big headed.
To have him and Rashford both homegrown and both very young is really exciting. I didnt realise he is 6'1, probably cos he is so silky on the ball.
Not sure about his pace but RVP, Shearer, van Basten were not known for their pace so not too concerned about it.
There is something about his attitude that I really like, seems very humble or something, maybe due to his low key celebrations. If he has or can develop a Ronaldo like desire for improvement then the sky is the limit. Super exciting young player.
Not sure about his pace but RVP, Shearer, van Basten were not known for their pace so not too concerned about it.
There is something about his attitude that I really like, seems very humble or something, maybe due to his low key celebrations. If he has or can develop a Ronaldo like desire for improvement then the sky is the limit. Super exciting young player.
He really doesnt. He hasn't learned how to be properly explosive with it yet but the pace is definitely there, especially running with the ball. Hes not Rashford level pace but he is still quick.
How so?
Masiano Groonwood
Thought as much. His acceleration obviously needs a little work but his top speed is perfectly good. Similar to Rooney he always used to be around the top in speed, but you wouldn't call him rapid.
James and Rashford both accelerate better and would probably win a race, but Greenwood is faster than he shows IMO, probably just a little low on stamina.
Have a feeling he would have snuck into the Euro 2020 squad this summer. Next summer? Dead cert if he keeps this up
Doubt he would have for this year. There are Ings, Abraham & Calvert Lewin to back Kane, they have good season. Outwide, Southgate would have choose Maddison, Grealish or even Mount. Not to mention there are already Rashford, Sancho & Sterling.
He's dynamite.
Scores them with his left foot and scores them with his right.
Scores them with his left foot and scores them with his right.
How is this Covid break going to affect upcoming players like Mason?
I think they need proper training to fine tune them, a run of games, and growing confidence to make it as a first team regular. With this break, they need to start fresh from the scratch.
I think they need proper training to fine tune them, a run of games, and growing confidence to make it as a first team regular. With this break, they need to start fresh from the scratch.
Not much at all.
Funny, confined at home, I did the same. Went with practicality
If I were a footballer, it'd affect me more if I were in my prime as it's usually fleeting anyway so losing any of it would be disheartening.
- Status