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Man United will not pay “stupid money” and “silly salaries” like City – Ferguson
Manchester United’s Alex Ferguson has confirmed that the club will not spend “stupid money” like billionaire rivals Manchester City during the summer transfer window.
Manchester City’s English Premier League title triumph on Sunday meant that Ferguson failed to offer silverware to Manchester United in the 2011/12 campaign. The 2008 Champions League winning coach is expected to revamp his squad ahead of the upcoming season.“We invest in young players. That is what we are good at – we're not like other clubs who can spend fortunes on proven goods,” Alex Ferguson told the press on Tuesday as he spoke about Manchester United’s transfer plans.
“We know that City are going to spend fortunes, pay stupid money, pay silly salaries and all that. We can't do anything about that.
Man City slip to Swansea a bonus for Man United until the end of the season?
Manchester City’s slip to Swansea could go a long way to energizing Manchester United in the hunt for success this season.
Last Sunday, Manchester United took full advantage of Manchester City’s slip to Swansea City. The two rivals played simultaneously at different venues and Wayne Rooney’s achievement on the day made the difference at the top of the English Premier League table. With the English man’s brace, Manchester United secured a vital 2-0 win over West Bromwich Albion at Old Trafford. Meanwhile, Luke Moore’s 83rd minute winner at the Liberty Stadium stunned Manchester City making it two defeats in a single week for the Citizens.
Contemplating what happened on Sunday afternoon, Alex Ferguson told MUTV:
What are Manchester United's chances of overcoming Athletic Bilbao's threat?
Manchester United did just enough to edge past Ajax. They will begin their Last 16 challenge at Old Trafford where they last lost 2-1 in the 2011/12 UEFA Europa League.
Since the past several years now, Sir Alex Ferguson and his players haven’t played any other team than Real Madrid, Barcelona or Villarreal when it comes to Spanish oppositions. On Thursday, they’ll be up against Bilbao at Old Trafford. Manchester United vs. Athletic Bilbao is one of the eight Round of 16 first leg ties to take place on March 8. The Red Devils are entering this UEFA Europa League encounter as pure favourites. In truth, however, they are not guaranteed to triumph analytically.
Athletic Bilbao’s prolific goal scorer, Fernando Llorente, is fully aware of Manchester United’s greatness. However, the Spaniard isn’t ruling his team’s chances at all. According to EP, he admitted:
Man City vs Man United: Ferguson should fear punishment from recognition denial
Manchester City have been urged by their avid fans to punish Ferguson’s Manchester United on Sunday in the FA Cup.
The Citizens are entering this weekend’s clash with high hopes and confidence, following their recent 3-0 demolition of Liverpool. The Red Devils, meanwhile, are carrying two consecutive victories on their back. They lost a 5-goal thriller against Blackburn Rovers on New Year’s Eve before surprisingly falling 3-0 away to Newcastle United. Consequently, Manchester City opened a 3-point advantage over their local rivals and coach Roberto Mancini presumes that Alex Ferguson is struggling to face reality.
“It’s difficult to say your neighbours play the best football. It’s hard. But I think until now we’ve played the best football in the Premier League,” the Italian told reporters.
Manchester United vs Benfica Report
Manchester United and Benfica played out a pulsating 2-2 draw at Old Trafford tonight.
The Portuguese side will be happier with the result, as Benfica go top of Group C thanks to a favorable head-to-head record against Manchester United, having scored more away goals than the English giants in the two draws between the two teams. With a home match against group whipping boys Otelul Galati to come, the Lisbon club will be confident of finishing the section in top spot.
Benfica got off the perfect start as Phil Jones turned a Gaitan cross-shot into his own net in the 3rd minute.
United equalised on the half-hour mark as Berbatov glanced in Nani's pinpoint cross.
Manchester United vs Benfica Preview
Benfica go into their Champions League match against Manchester United tomorrow still unbeaten this season and, according to coach Jorge Jesus, eyeing a victory that would guarantee top spot in Group C with one match to spare.
Winning the group will carry the considerable prize of ensuring that Barcelona or Real Madrid will not be possible opponents in the round of sixteen. The Eagles more than held their own against United in Lisbon in mid September, and a record of thirteen victores and seven draws from their twenty games in 2011/12 will see Benfica march into Old Trafford far from overawed.
"A good result is a win, as we would qualify for the next phase, which was our aim at the start of the competition," said Jesus.
Cristiano Ronaldo: Fergie and Mou are like Messi and I or Ferrari and Porsche
Cristiano Ronaldo has made interesting comments which are set to bother the public yet again…
When the Daily Mirror asked Ronaldo to compare Jose Mourinho with Sir Alex Ferguson last weekend, the player explained:“You can’t tell the difference [in terms of their ability]. They are incomparable. They have different ideas, different opinions. For me they are both the best in the world.
“I worked with Sir Alex for a few years and I know he deserves everything that he has achieved in his career. He works so hard, he is clever, he has experience, he is a human guy.
“Mourinho is similar, but he is younger. I have worked for a while with Mourinho now too so I’m entitled to say they are both very special.
Sir Alex Ferguson’s Five Most Important Days as Manager of Manchester United
Sir Alex Ferguson celebrated his 25th anniversary as Manchester United manager with a 1-0 Premier League victory over Sunderland this past weekend.
Sunderland were managed by Ferguson’s former defensive stalwart Steve Bruce, and another former Red Devil settled matters when Wes Brown put through his own goal to give United all three points.The victory against Sunderland was Ferguson’s 836th win as United manager, and one end of the Old Trafford stadium was renamed the Sir Alex Ferguson Stand in a pre-game ceremony.
There have been countless days of joy, pride and achievement for Sir Alex over his time at United. Here we pick out five of what must be the most significant.
JANUARY 7th, 1990
It seems strange to think now, but when Ferguson led United into an FA Cup third round tie at Nottingham Forest in 1990, there was a growing sentiment among United fans that he should have been sacked.
FIFA Ballon d’Or 2011 award shortlists for men’s player and coach of the year revealed
The FIFA Ballon d’Or 2011 gala is 35 days away from taking place and the shortlists for the men’s awards have been revealed.
Most football fans are particularly interested in the player award nomination. Lionel Messi, who is the reigning champion, is poised to retain his title. However, his 2011 Copa America fiasco with Argentina could cost him a ball made of gold. A potential contender would be Luis Suarez. The ex-Ajax striker was controversially omitted from the 2010 FIFA Ballon d'Or award list.Expectedly, Xavi and Cristiano Ronaldo have been named alongside Messi whereas Sergio Aguero, Nani, Wayne Rooney and Luis Suarez are the only English Premier League-based players in the list.
Interestingly, young Brazilian star Neymar is part of it. Copa America hero Diego Forlan and Anzhi Makhachkala’s Samuel Eto’o have been included as well.
Manchester United Reserves Give Sir Alex Ferguson Options After Carling Cup Win
Manchester United strolled into the Carling Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday night with a convincing 3-0 win at Aldershot.
The result in itself was not a surprise, but it will provide some relief for United after their 6-1 mauling at the hands of Manchester City over the weekend. Many players also performed well and allowed Sir Alex Ferguson some depth if he wants to make some changes to his team selection next time out.Last season’s Golden Boot winner Dimitar Berbatov, Michael Owen and Ecuadorian winger Antonio Valencia all found themselves on the score sheet in a performance that Sir Alex Ferguson described as disciplined and professional. This is a long way from his assessment of the weekend’s loss to City, when the United manager described their performance as “suicidal.”
Man United 3-3 Basel: Fergie orders Red Devils’ midfield & defense to improve
There were mixed emotions for Manchester United on Tuesday night as FC Basel held the hosts to a 3-3 draw.
It all started very easily for Manchester United; they broke the deadlock after only 16 minutes. It came through a fine combination from Antonio Valencia, Michael Owen and Ryan Giggs. Danny Welbeck was left in the box to put the ball past the goal line. The English youngster doubled his tally a minute later as Manchester United looked sure to triumph on the night. But FC Basel responded well. Within a 2-minute spell after the break, the visitors went leveled.
First, Fabian Frei issued the comeback with a goal from a corner. Alexander Frei was then allowed too much space to make it 2-2.
Defiant Michael Owen Vows to Keep Scoring Goals for Manchester United
Michael Owen is one of the great goal scorers of his generation, his lethal pace and clinical finishing saw him become one of the great strikers of the late 1990’s and early 2000’s.
Owen scored over 100 goals for Liverpool and won the Ballon D’or Award in 2001. Owen also won back to back Golden Boot Award’s as the Premier League’s leading goal scorer in 1998 and 1999.Real Madrid signed Owen in 2005, but when the striker later signed for Newcastle United, it was tantamount to a semi-retirement in the eyes of many fans.
It was thought that the lack of Champions League football would hurt Owen, and his England career would peter out and come to an end. That is exactly how things turned out, but Owen had one surprise move left in him.
In the summer of 2009 Owen signed for Manchester United to the surprise of many. Rather than hurting Liverpool fans, it barely raised a mention among many fans as most perceived Owen as “past it” and predicted a short and pointless Old Trafford career for the striker.
Manchester United gradually occupying Barcelona’s extra-terrestrial planet
It looks like extra-terrestrial Barcelona are no more alone on their out-of-this-world planet. The new generation of Alex Ferguson’s Red Devils seems to have joined the Catalans up there.
A Barcelona-Manchester United matchup in the UEFA Champions League final this season will arguably confirm this opinion. The two powerhouses have met twice in only 3 European finals since 2009 with results explaining that Barcelona remain a mile ahead of Manchester United.
Bitter memories… the two games that pushed Man United to become a better team
What Red Devils supporters witnessed at the Stadio Olimpico in 2009 was rather humiliating. How did the good old Fergie seem so lost in tactics against a manager as inexperienced—yet cunning—as Pep Guardiola?
AVB factor susceptible of winning Sunday’s Manchester United vs Chelsea battle
Incredibly, Manchester United have netted 18 goals in 4 matches and conceded only 3 whereas Chelsea have a 7-3 record. What will be done of the Devils’ scoring machine on Sunday?
Despite all the complexity of the English Premier League, don’t overlook Andre Villas-Boas’s potential. A quick look at his records could remind you that the young manager won 84.48% of his matches at Porto. Only few, if not no-one, would dare to say that AVB’s achievements with the Dragons were mostly a matter of luck.It’s certainly too early to compliment or criticize the 33-year-old’s work at Chelsea. Thus far, however, Andre Villas-Boas can be satisfied with the current state of his squad.
The Portuguese man is seemingly coping well with Fernando Torres’ goal crisis, for example. His summer signing, Juan Mata, is also performing well at the benefit of the entire team.
Ferguson to let David de Gea and Anders Lindegaard share the loads
Competition for the gloves at Manchester United doesn’t exist between David de Gea and Anders Lindegaard. It all has to do with the fatigue factor, Ferguson insists.
David de Gea didn’t represent Manchester United on Wednesday night as the Red Devils took on Portuguese giants Benfica in Lisbon. Anders Lindegaard was instead giving the chance to complete his UEFA Champions League debut. As quoted on Manchester United’s official website, Lindegaard reminded the public that his presence at the club was meant to be felt.“I have said one thousand times before that I am not here to pick my nose. Although I came from a small team in Norway called Aalesunds, I am here because I want to play, not because I want to sit on the bench,” the goalkeeper declared.
Choosing Ferguson’s successor at Manchester United: should Mourinho be ruled out?
If “retiring is for young people” as Alex Ferguson once said, is it correct to presume that Manchester United’s head coach seat has monarch values?
The former St. Mirren and Aberdeen boss defines the word “addiction” at its best. On November 6, Sir Alex Ferguson will reach his 25th year at Old Trafford. On December 31, he will turn 70; don’t be surprised if the Old Scot maintains his managerial role at Manchester United until death prevents him from doing so.
But sooner or later, the Red Devils will need to prepare for life after Fergie. It’s something that has crossed the coach’s mind a number of times as he could reveal to the English media on Wednesday.
“Over the years, I have had the question, ‘who do I think could replace me’? Now some of the coaches who people were talking about to replace me don't have jobs anymore,” Alex Ferguson explained.
Is Sir Alex Ferguson the Saviour of England National Team Manager Fabio Capello?
Fabio Capello will lead England into a crucial Euro 2012 Qualifying game this Friday against Bulgaria. As seems to be the usual scenario, Capello will enter the game under intense pressure from fans and media.
England currently top Group G, but are above qualification rivals Montenegro on goal difference only. With Montenegro favorites to pick up three points in their game at Wales, the pressure on England to win in Sofia is intense.Is it possible that Manchester United, and more specifically Sir Alex Ferguson are the reason that Fabio Capello will weather this storm ?
The answer could be yes, but the FA must consider their approach to dealing with Ferguson.
Ferguson right now daily control over England’s dominant attacking superstar Wayne Rooney, as well as the next generation of upcoming talent.
Manchester United are second best to European champions Barcelona, says Fergie
Overall, living legend Alex Ferguson believes that Barcelona are above Manchester United.
Both sides have met twice in the past three UEFA Champions League finals and Barca came out victorious at each occasion. This fact has seen Pep Guardiola equaling Ferguson’s Champions League feat in no time at all. The two managers now have two Champions League medals each as Barcelona has become World Football’s team to beat since the 2008/09 season.Barcelona are widely praised for building superstars. World Cup winners Xavi, Iniesta and Puyol all taught their football at La Masia just as current FIFA Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi. Adding his voice to Barcelona’s admirers, Manchester United coach Sir Alex Ferguson told the following to reporters on Thursday:
MLS All-Stars vs Manchester United: Ferguson Expecting Tougher Challenge
Last summer saw Manchester United trample the MLS All-Stars side through a 5-2 victory; but Coach Sir Alex Ferguson has declared that the imminent clash would probably be visibly different.
The Red Devils are currently on a tour in the United States as part of their preparations for the upcoming season, and they have so far shown great stability. They came from behind to defeat Chicago Fire 3-1 on July 23; however, Fergie has yet to make space for complaisance in his team, knowing how costly this mistake could be.“We are at the stage where the games are a bit more serious,” the Manchester United manager stated during a press conference.
“The MLS (All-Stars) team is much stronger than the team we played last year, with players like David Beckham and Thierry Henry. Both are fantastic footballers with a great profile.”
Man United Transfer News: Ashley Young Signs For The Champions
Manchester United have officially announced the signing of Aston Villa forward, Ashley Young for an undisclosed fee.
Manchester United have announced their second transfer capture of the summer after completing the signing of Aston Villa forward, Ashley Young today. The former Villa man apparently had a medical at Manchester yesterday and United have now officially confirmed the deal on their official website.A statement from United read: "Manchester United is delighted to announce it has reached agreement with Aston Villa for the transfer of Ashley Young.
"The player passed a medical in Manchester this week and has agreed a five-year contract."