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Paul Scholes—he scores goals…and has officially retired
By Celina I. Sanchez:
He scores goals, galore,
He scores goals!
Paul Scholes—he scores goals…
Sadly, this tune, like Paul Scholes, has been retired. Sir Alex Ferguson, United players (past and present) and fans gave Scholes a festive send-off at his Old Trafford testimonial.
The match featured the current United squad against Eric Cantona’s New York Cosmos, a soon to be MLS team in America. However, as this match was for the Ginger Prince, it included some special players—Fabio Cannavaro, Gary Neville, Nicky Butt, Patrick Vieira, to name a few.
Scholes’ testimonial Man United vs New York Cosmos match live in HD on FOX Soccer
Brazilian legend and king of world football Pele is New York Cosmos’ honorary president whereas former Manchester United number 7 jersey player Eric Cantona is the team’s Soccer Director. Pele and Cantona reportedly teamed up to select stars ahead of Friday’s anticipated friendly against Manchester United as Paul Scholes aims to celebrate his playing days in style at Old Trafford.Pele and Eric Cantona’s re-born New York Cosmos will feature the following stars in their roster: Manchester City’s Wayne Bridge and Patrick Vieira, Manchester United’s retired veteran Gary Neville, 2006 World Cup star and retired legend Fabio Cannavaro, Tottenham Hotspur’s Brad Friedel and more.
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes recommends transfer target Sneijder
But Internazionale have reportedly placed a £35M price tag on the Dutch midfielder as Manchester United’s chances of acquiring Sneijder seem slimmer now. The latest transfer news surrounding Fergie’s men is that they are still looking at one more signing this summer.Paul Scholes, who is now part of the Red Devils’ coaching staff, has left a hole in the squad’s midfield following his retirement. And as Wesley Sneijder’s name has come up as a big target for replacement, Paul Scholes has also recommended the Dutch by telling reporters:
“Yes, Sneijder's brilliant. He's been brilliant for the last year or so, with Inter Milan and Holland.”
Manchester United’s Anderson: Scholes’ retirement is good news for me
This summer, Wesley Sneijder has emerged as the prime candidate to fill the void caused by Paul Scholes’ retirement. But developments on the transfer market seem to explain that Sneijder might not be a Red Devil ahead of next season. Besides the Dutch, Samir Nasri has also appeared as a top transfer target on Manchester United’s summer wish list although recent speculations from the media suggest that Alex Ferguson won’t make further signings following his capture of David de Gea and Ashley Young. However, Brazilian midfielder Anderson is not frustrated by worries surrounding Paul Scholes’ departure.
Wayne Rooney Can Be Man United’s Lionel Messi, Believes Paul Scholes
The Manchester United squad somehow ‘lost’ a legend when the 36-year-old Englishman decided to hang his boots after the Champions League final at the Wembley Stadium. The one-club man announced his retirement on May 31 with immediate effect, and eventually entered the Red Devils’ coaching staff.As a player having served United for 17 years, Scholes could consider himself in the perfect position to spot rising superstars at the Old Trafford. Apparently, the man at the top of his list of incomplete but precocious players at the moment is none other than the No.10 striker Wayne Rooney.
Manchester United Target Luka Modrid Hints At Possible Exit
Luka Modric has been a real revelation in Spurs' midfield this season and while the North London Club have already insisted that the Croatian playmaker is not for sale, Modric himself has admitted that a move away from White Hart Lane is indeed a possible option.Modric is currently busy preparing with his national side ahead of their Euro 2012 Qualifiers against Georgia but he did admit that he would love to continue playing Champions League football next season.
"Everybody wants to know what will happen with me. I'm trying to stay calm as my national team has a really important match coming.
Paul Scholes Confirms Retirement From Professional Football
For someone like Paul Scholes, life as a footballer has been an exemplary one indeed, in a career that has seen him being labeled as the complete footballer by so many legends of the game. Scholes is often related to his trademark diagonal passes, something that will never be seen at Old Trafford again after the ginger-haired maestro officially announced his retirement from football yesterday.
Scholes has had a very successful career with United, making an incredible 676 appearances for the club. Nevertheless, Scholes also revealed that he will not completely be out of the scene at Old Trafford after having accepted an offer to be a part of United's coaching set-up.
Champions League 2011 Final: Guardiola Labels Scholes As The Best Of His Generation
Barcelona are getting prepared for a massive trip to London with a Champions League final clash against Manchester United set to hit Wembley soon. Guardiola's men overcame United in the 2009 final at Rome with Xavi and Iniesta dictating midfield during that occasion. Nevertheless, the Barca manager has applauded Paul Scholes by hailing him as the best midfielder of his generation."Out of everyone at Manchester United, I would pick out Scholes – he is the best midfielder of his generation. I would have loved to have played alongside him."
Champions League Final: 10 Things NOT To Predict In Barca Vs United
1) Lionel Messi Will Not Score - A simple statement that can easily be outdrove by simple statistics. 52 goals in 54 matches for Barcelona this season virtually speaks for himself. And considering that the Argentinean has previously scored against Manchester United, the possibilities are certainly endless when Messi meets United.
2) Darron Gibson To Snatch The Winner - Darron Gibson's popularity level within the United fans can be demonstrated by the 'twitter incident' that took place last month or so. Gibson created a twitter account, only to shut it down after a few hours following terrible outbursts from United fanatics over his capabilities. If you really want to bet something on Gibson, then at least predict that he will be left out of the matchday squad at Wembley. Now that's something realistic.
Paul Scholes' Imminent Retirement: Who Will Replace The Ginger-Haired Maestro?
A member of the Class of 92' Paul Scholes is certainly regarded as a living legend by all football fanatics. Trust me; Roy Keane is definitely a better tackler but take nothing away from Scholes' passing attributes- which has often propelled him to the highest level of football with his one and only club, Manchester United.
Frankly speaking, Scholes has been one of the most underrated players in the history of football. But the aspect of him that makes him special is his attitude. While players of the current generation tend to get swayed aside by fame and attention, Scholesy has been true testament to how a footballer should lead his life. After all, he came up with a very meaningful statement once: "I don't like compliments, I'd rather people have a go at me so I can prove them wrong."
Gary Neville Testimonial Match: Class Of 92' Set To Be Unleashed Against Juventus
The so-called Fergie's Fledglings are set for a comeback at Old Trafford later this month for Gary Neville's testimonial match against Juventus. Phil Neville and Nicky Butt have both confirmed their participation while even David Beckham has been invited to join the occasion.Gary Neville, who only recently retired from professional football, was absolutely ecstatic with the chance of being able to play with his former teammates on the 24th of May.
“I couldn't ask for more than to have all my friends back for one last time. If possible, it will make the night even more special for me and I hope the fans will enjoy seeing them back too.
Manchester City Vs Manchester United: Can The Devils Get Close To A Treble?
When the word 'treble' is mentioned, Manchester United are the first things to appear in out vivid imagination. Yes, Barcelona even recently won the treble but the dramatic fashion in which the Red Devils accomplished the 'impossible' was just too mind-blowing. 11 years from that great night at the Camp Nou, talks of another treble have aroused at Old Trafford. Sir Alex's men are in the semi finals of both the Champions League and the Fa Cup. To make things brighter, the Devils are also pure favourites to lift the Premier League title as they currently hold a seven point cushion with only six more matches to go.
Manchester United On Front Line To Sign Argentinean Starlet
Sir Alex Ferguson did reveal that United will be ready to spend after missing out on a target in January. While many players have been linked with a move to Old Trafford, reports suggest that Javier Pastore could be the likeliest one to join that Devils Army. The dynamic playmaker has been one of the most sought after talent in Europe after attracting interest from the likes of Barcelona and Real Madrid. Pastore was also linked with a move to Nou Camp after declaring his love for the Spanish Giants.
However, Argentine radio station Radio Sucesos reported last Thursday the Spanish giants have refused to meet Palermo's price tag.