yeah, that's surely Brazilian Ronaldo, LvG's surprise strikervan gaals surprise?
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In the latest episode of the United Hour Podcast, Nik (@Rood) was joined by comedian Ali Woods to look back at the best and worst moments of a rollercoaster season with the annual United Hour Awards.
Has Ten Hag been sacked yet? We're not sure and we hope not, but it's looking more likely as the days pass.
Who should replace him and why is it taking so long to make a decision?
So Darmian is hanging around with Spanish guys?
Yup, he hates every minute of it.
Pure negative body language.
Big Dave looks happy
Knew they would take Darmian under their wing.
I wonder how Darmian communicates with that lot, speaking broken English to people who don't speak English as their first language. Herrera and Mata are probably the broken-English to English to Spanish translators
Love how they've taken Darmian under their wing.
The Mata club is an all inclusive, pro diversity club. Doesn't matter if you're gay, lesbian, a llama-human, black or Italian. Everyone is allowed.So Darmian is hanging around with Spanish guys?
I think someone here or in some other thread mentioned he hopes Mata will include him in his club so he doesnt feel lonely.
Big Tony speaks and writes English? A first?
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It's a sentence fragment.
I wonder how Darmian communicates with that lot, speaking broken English to people who don't speak English as their first language. Herrera and Mata are probably the broken-English to English to Spanish translators
Hasn't Mata backpacked around Europe in his spare time? Maybe he knows Italian to a conversational level?
Mata probably speaks 7 languages. He is the ultimate schmoozer.
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Crazy ticket prices for friendlies but I'd understand if it was the only way I could get to see United.
Crazy ticket prices for friendlies but I'd understand if it was the only way I could get to see United.
I paid around $180 for two tickets to the Club America game at CenturyLink Field. We also had to drive down I-5 from Canada, but it was well worth it, given my last time watching United live was circa 1983!
I understand. I probably take it for granted a bit that I get to see them often.
I'd like him to be the captain someday.
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It seems like all Valencia does is smile these days. I'm not sure I'm ready for this new Antonio.
Maybe the new Valencia uses his left foot.
Januzaj looks always a bit sad
Woah woah woah, let's not get too ahead of ourselves here.
Smalling at the press conference with LvG. I have a link to a river if anyone needs one
is this on MUTV? watching a man blow a trumpet at horse racing. this is why ask
Lol! yeah, I think Lou Macari went on a trip to the race track and they were showing that
That's his boy band looks -- gets empathy from the girls.
Mr Mike Smalling
Philosophy!! We should have a philosophy drinking game, no presser seems to end without it being mentioned
My summary of the press conference:
Q: DDG and Valencia injury status?
LvG: Minor injuries, went to hospital for checkup today. Very doubtful for San Jose game
Q: Have our transfers brought us close to Chelsea
LvG: Time will tell, depends on how players settle in. Players have to settle in and adjust, so depends
Q: Sergio Ramos transfer?
LvG: No comments, Its a process. Maybe Mr. Ramos is in the process, you never know.
Q: Worried Rooney might get injured during Duncan Ferguson testimonial?
LvG: He can get injured right now falling off the stairs
Q: Long term expectations of Hernandez?
LvG: Yes, I have long terms plans for him but anything can happen in football. But for now I have a long term plan for him
Q: Is preparation at this point better than it was at this time last year?
LvG: Yes, it is. Couldn't say it at the time last year but it is much better this year. Last year team was not balanced, players had to play out of position. This year I have for every position 2 players and they play in natural position. Even then McNair has had to play at RB even though he's a CB because of Valencia's injury. Says Darmian is Valencia's backup.
LvG: We sold more than 17 players since i came in, No one talks about that.
Q: Is that because they weren't good enough?
LvG: He basically says Yes.
Q:Long question about playing Rooney up front and what his expectations are of Rooney this season?
LvG: Says media has more knowledge than him and he has listened to them. So now Rooney is there!(Playing upfront). Was asked again by another journo about his expectations from Roo, Van Gaal replied: "Same as i expected from Falcao, RvP."
Q: Rooney as captain over last year?
LvG: He's a great captain, better than I expected. Couldn't have done better and all players have accepted him as captain. 2nd Captain: Carrick. Apparently Smalling is now our 3rd captain
Philosophy!! We should have a philosophy drinking game, no presser seems to end without it being mentioned
Also: Lindegaard not going to play tomorrow either, not risking an injury to him. Johnstone to play 90 minutes according to LvG's interview with MUTV.
Edit: I didnt include the part about the surprise signing in the summary. Here's a quote on that from manutd.com
“He is in the process,” said the boss. “It's not the striker the media has written about. You have to wait and see. The transfer period is open until the 1 September so we have to wait.”
Q: DDG and Valencia injury status?
LvG: Minor injuries, went to hospital for checkup today. Very doubtful for San Jose game
Q: Have our transfers brought us close to Chelsea
LvG: Time will tell, depends on how players settle in. Players have to settle in and adjust, so depends
Q: Sergio Ramos transfer?
LvG: No comments, Its a process. Maybe Mr. Ramos is in the process, you never know.
Q: Worried Rooney might get injured during Duncan Ferguson testimonial?
LvG: He can get injured right now falling off the stairs
Q: Long term expectations of Hernandez?
LvG: Yes, I have long terms plans for him but anything can happen in football. But for now I have a long term plan for him
Q: Is preparation at this point better than it was at this time last year?
LvG: Yes, it is. Couldn't say it at the time last year but it is much better this year. Last year team was not balanced, players had to play out of position. This year I have for every position 2 players and they play in natural position. Even then McNair has had to play at RB even though he's a CB because of Valencia's injury. Says Darmian is Valencia's backup.
LvG: We sold more than 17 players since i came in, No one talks about that.
Q: Is that because they weren't good enough?
LvG: He basically says Yes.
Q:Long question about playing Rooney up front and what his expectations are of Rooney this season?
LvG: Says media has more knowledge than him and he has listened to them. So now Rooney is there!(Playing upfront). Was asked again by another journo about his expectations from Roo, Van Gaal replied: "Same as i expected from Falcao, RvP."
Q: Rooney as captain over last year?
LvG: He's a great captain, better than I expected. Couldn't have done better and all players have accepted him as captain. 2nd Captain: Carrick. Apparently Smalling is now our 3rd captain
Philosophy!! We should have a philosophy drinking game, no presser seems to end without it being mentioned
Also: Lindegaard not going to play tomorrow either, not risking an injury to him. Johnstone to play 90 minutes according to LvG's interview with MUTV.
Edit: I didnt include the part about the surprise signing in the summary. Here's a quote on that from manutd.com
“He is in the process,” said the boss. “It's not the striker the media has written about. You have to wait and see. The transfer period is open until the 1 September so we have to wait.”
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3 interesting points from the presser:
1.) He seems very confident about signing the surprise player.
2.) Hernandez looks set to be our #2 striker for the season. Maybe #3, depending on who the surprise signing is.
3.) Valencia is 1st choice RB
1.) He seems very confident about signing the surprise player.
2.) Hernandez looks set to be our #2 striker for the season. Maybe #3, depending on who the surprise signing is.
3.) Valencia is 1st choice RB
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Thanks for the summary.
Sounds like same line-ups as first match but with Johnstone in goal both halves.
Sounds like same line-ups as first match but with Johnstone in goal both halves.
Wait, what? Then what in the feck was the point of buying Darmian? LVG is off his rocker if he thinks a failed winger is a better fullback than an internationally established defender. Christ.
I think Van Gaal won't rush Darmian till he thinks he's ready to play in the league.The settling in and adaptation period that he keeps talking about must be the reason why Tony V is the starting RB. Darmian has to be ready to deal with the physicality and pace of the PL, It's a big jump from the Serie A
Exactly. Darmian was clearly bought with a view of him being the first choice right back, but he's going to have to earn it. Moreover, LVG will be determined to avoid a poor start to the season, as we had last year. Starting with the more experienced Valencia against a pretty decent Tottenham team may be the prudent choice.
Chill yo
What six he say about signing a striker? Asking cuz there is nothing about it in your summary. Thanks for the summary by the way
Did he say Valencia is a better RB.
No he didnt.
Darmian needs settling in and I'm sure he'll be a starter in a few weeks since season starts.
He's giving Valencia a chance to keep his place. There is nothing wrong with that.
Oh, sure. No worries. I wasn't offended at all, but it is kind of hilarious (in a sad way) that I find myself paying that kind of cash for a friendly, whereas it used to cost me a couple of quid to go through the turnstiles at the Stretty!
So nobody mentioned or noticed LVG has long term plans for Chicharito?