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Manchester United Season 2011-12
- Thread starter Alamaking
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IMHO the under performers for Man Utd thus far are the following:
1. The twins-One cannot defend and the other is out injured for the best part of the season and when he plays, he's either caught out of position or fails to mark his opponent. His mistake against Athletico led to the third goal.
2. Smalling-For some inexplicable reason, his promising start at the beginning of the season has somewhat deserted him.:*:His best position should be central defence. Too bad Vidic is not there to guide him.
3. Phil Jones-He is another enigma. Sometimes I get the impression that young players like Jones ,Smalling and Cleverley have legs made of tofu. Jones is not cut out for central defence. His positioning is poor. I wouldn't be surprise if he scores another own goal again if he's assigned that position. Right back is better.
4.Evra and Evans-Enough said.
5.Nani-Inconsistent. It was the same period last season that saw his form slide downhill. Deja vu.
6. Anderson- Good for 5 games this season.
7. Young-Blowing hot and cold. When he's good, he's really exciting to watch, but......
8. Welbeck-Good at holding play but poor finisher.
9. Hernandez- Needs a large dose of confidence in front of goal but he never stops running into open spaces.
United need 4 or 5 of them to raise their game if they are to win anything this season. Valencia gets my vote for top dog so far. It would be nice if Vidic returns as the back 4 looks vulnerable and could just collapse against stiffer opposition.
1. The twins-One cannot defend and the other is out injured for the best part of the season and when he plays, he's either caught out of position or fails to mark his opponent. His mistake against Athletico led to the third goal.
2. Smalling-For some inexplicable reason, his promising start at the beginning of the season has somewhat deserted him.:*:His best position should be central defence. Too bad Vidic is not there to guide him.
3. Phil Jones-He is another enigma. Sometimes I get the impression that young players like Jones ,Smalling and Cleverley have legs made of tofu. Jones is not cut out for central defence. His positioning is poor. I wouldn't be surprise if he scores another own goal again if he's assigned that position. Right back is better.
4.Evra and Evans-Enough said.
5.Nani-Inconsistent. It was the same period last season that saw his form slide downhill. Deja vu.
6. Anderson- Good for 5 games this season.
7. Young-Blowing hot and cold. When he's good, he's really exciting to watch, but......
8. Welbeck-Good at holding play but poor finisher.
9. Hernandez- Needs a large dose of confidence in front of goal but he never stops running into open spaces.
United need 4 or 5 of them to raise their game if they are to win anything this season. Valencia gets my vote for top dog so far. It would be nice if Vidic returns as the back 4 looks vulnerable and could just collapse against stiffer opposition.
Pogba agrees new deal at Manchester United - report
The French midfielder looks set to sign a new contract to stay with the Red Devils after speculation had linked him with a move to Italian side Juventus from Old Trafford
Mar 12, 2012 2:10:00 PM
The 18-year-old’s future at the Red Devils has been in doubt, with his contract due to expire at the end of the season, and he was linked with a potential move to Italian giants Juventus.
Pogba’s agent previously described his position at Old Trafford as "precarious", which fuelled speculation that he was set for a move away from the club.
The Frenchman was also left out of the United squad in their recent Europa League clashes against Ajax and Athletic Bilbao.
Manchester United have been installed as 4/7 favourites with Sportingbet to win the Premier League title this season.
However, the youngster returned to the Red Devils side that beat West Brom on Sunday, appearing as a second-half substitute to replace Paul Scholes.
And, speaking after the game, Ferguson confirmed that Pogba was in his plans and reiterated his belief that the midfielder has a bright future.
The Scot told MUTV: “The boy is still trying to make his mind up but he knows where he should be and he has shown today the potential he has got. He is a first team player, there is no question about that.”
The former Le Havre player has made just five appearances this season after making his debut against Leeds earlier in the campaign.
Nani's nick also 'balloon king'. Not seen his best for a loooooong time.
Hazard has nifty footwork but I am not sure if he'll succeed in EPL. If the boss himself has gone down personally to watch him, it says alot about his prospect of playing for United but then again it's always a two way thing. Utd will either make a bid for him in the coming months or drop the idea altogether. YES, we do need a creative midfielder and that is one area that's been screaming for help in the last two seasons-just ask JW5 or red amoeba. The other area that is also in dire need of rejuvenation is the defensive midfield area as it will be foolish to rely on Carrick and Scholes, one an ageing warrior and the other simply unpredictable.We can write off Anderson for good as he looks a long term liability.
If United intends to match the Barcas and the REALs in this world, they will have to do alot more in terms of personnel changes within their ranks. No, it will not crowd out the young talent that is coming through the youth academy but it will certainly raise the bar. When you have Scholes and Giggs still playing well beyond their 30s, it can only mean that we're sitting on a ticking time bomb.
If United intends to match the Barcas and the REALs in this world, they will have to do alot more in terms of personnel changes within their ranks. No, it will not crowd out the young talent that is coming through the youth academy but it will certainly raise the bar. When you have Scholes and Giggs still playing well beyond their 30s, it can only mean that we're sitting on a ticking time bomb.
Athletic Bilbao - Manchester United Preview: Hosts looking to secure first European quarter-final in 35 years
The Basque side will welcome back all of their main stars as they look to build on a sensational victory in Manchester to progress to the next stage of the Europa League
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling may miss the second-leg after having to withdraw from the first game with a head injury that he had received during international duty with England.
Sir Alex Ferguson will be able to call upon the services of midfielders Tom Cleverley and Antonio Valencia who have both returned from injury. Nani and Phil Jones have however not travelled to Spain.
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Athletic Bilbao's Llorente passed fit for Manchester United clash
The Spanish club have received a timely boost ahead of their crucial continental match as the in-form striker has been given the green light to feature against the Red Devils
Sir Alex Ferguson admits Berbatov likely to leave Manchester United
The Bulgarian has struggled for first-team football this season despite winning the Premier League's golden boot last term as the Red Devils were crowned champions
Rio Ferdinand set to start in Manchester United's crucial Europa League tie against Athletic Bilbao
Flu prevented Phil Jones from travelling with the squad, while Chris Smalling is only fit enough to make the bench, so the experienced centre-back will come in at San Mames
Valencia named in Manchester United's Europa League 20-man squad for Athletic Bilbao tie
The Ecuador international has been sidelined with a hamstring injury picked up in the win against Ajax, but has been named in the squad to travel to Spain
Man United should have won by 10-0
against Wolves, one of the worst teams this season
who had 10 men for 2/3 of the match.
Goal difference could play a vital part in the run-in.
My prediction is on track,
that Sir Alex will have the title sewn up
by the end of April, after the 30 April game agst Man Shitty.
Now where is the dipstick in this forum
who says Sir Alex will muck it all up?
against Wolves, one of the worst teams this season
who had 10 men for 2/3 of the match.
Goal difference could play a vital part in the run-in.
My prediction is on track,
that Sir Alex will have the title sewn up
by the end of April, after the 30 April game agst Man Shitty.
Now where is the dipstick in this forum
who says Sir Alex will muck it all up?
We did last night at expense of Wolves, not just -1 but down the chute too. Pity the wolves new (stand in?) coach
Hello. Long time no see.
Winning 0-5 over 10 man Wolves with poor away record is nothing to shout about.
Kelong king Juventus would not have won 0-5 if not for 10 man Fiorentina.
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Cagliari would not have won 3-0 if not for 9 man Cesena.
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Lindegaard may miss the rest of the season - report
The 27-year-old goalkeeper may not feature for Manchester United again this term after suffering a recurrence of ankle ligament injury which has kept him out since January
Gaitan: Manchester United are a great club but speculation will not affect my Benfica performances
The Argentine is also confident that the Portuguese club are a threat in Europe and can eliminate Chelsea from the Champions League
Valencia's form gives us a big chance, says Ferguson
Manchester United pulled three points clear at the top of the Premier League following a 1-0 victory over Fulham at Old Trafford on Monday evening
Evans accepts Manchester United were fortunate to avoid a penalty against Fulham
The Red Devils defender admits that there was a touch of good fortune regarding the penalty decision and referee Michael Oliver could have given the decision the Cottagers way
Fletcher aiming to return for Manchester United next season
The Scotland international has not played since November 22 but is targeting a swift comeback despite being unable to get back to training following his chronic bowel condition
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Ferguson dismisses Vieira's claims that Manchester United get preferential treatment from referees
The Red Devils manager insisted that decisions even themselves out over the course of a season and sympathises with Michael Oliver over controversial Danny Murphy claim
Mar 29, 2012 11:55:00 AM
By Oliver Platt
The United manager also pointed out that Manchester City themselves had benefited from questionable refereeing on occasion this season.
"Every club gets breaks here and there - you get good ones and bad ones," he told reporters. "It evens itself out over the season, that will never change.
"We had a terrible decision earlier this season when Newcastle got a penalty and Tottenham could claim the same when Mario Balotelli wasn't sent off and ended up scoring the winning goal.
"You could go through millions of things like that.
"Maybe smaller clubs feel that [decisions go against them when they play against big clubs] but someone said some years ago that we get lots of penalties. It is only averaging out at three a year.
"You can't say that is a lot when you are attacking teams all the time. Most managers believe the breaks even themselves out."
Sir Alex also expressed sympathy for referee Michael Oliver, who turned down a strong late appeal for a Fulham penalty when Danny Murphy appeared to be tripped by Michael Carrick in the United box.
"From the referee's position, I can see why he didn't give a penalty when Danny Murphy was brought down," he added.
"The ball moved to the angle as Michael Carrick challenged him. From that position, it wasn't clear.
"It was a good claim but City could have had a penalty against them at Stoke [on Saturday] for a foul by Gareth Barry."
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