Darren Fletcher is expected to miss the rest of the season after the club announced he suffered from ulcerative colitis, a rare inflammatory condition that affects the bowel.
After missing large chunks of the season and pre-season over recent years, the club had previously told the media it was a “virus”. After revealing what was really keeping him out, the club suggested he would miss the rest of the season, although in reality, it could be his whole career at stake.
However, Fletch has insisted he is doing everything he can to manage his condition so he can be back for the start of next season.
“I’m okay,” said Fletcher. “I’m taking all my medication and listening to the doctor. It’s a week-by-week situation so I’ve not got any timescale on recovery, but the target for me is next season now. If I can come back then that would be great for me. It’s something that will never leave me, but you have to find somehow a way to manage it so that I can still play my football. I’m trying everything under the sun at the moment, diet and hypnotherapy.”
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Get well soon fletch,we need u back fit and healthy
Get well soon fletch
its really sad to see such an incredible talent not being able to play and it would be horrible if he had to quit football cause of this disease! hope you a fast and good recovery
Boy do we miss you? One day at a time though Darren.
A sad tale is this Fletch business. Derided by fans but worked his fucking arse off to th point he was one of first names team sheet. The 08/09 season he was untouchable. If anyone can fight this and has the drive and determination its him.
Darren Fletcher Football Genius.
You go Fletch
Right behind you
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“the point” and “names ON team sheet”. Thick cunt Neil!
Biggest laugh in ages. Parkers “masterclass”. You could not make it up:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2108469/Scott-Parker-gives-frills-masterclass-Wembley.html
keep ur head down fletch nd work hard on getting bak on track, rite back behind u mate!
Probably the biggest disappointment we’ve had to endure as United fans over the last 12 months. More than any heavy defeat or even Vidic’s injury. Fate dealt Fletch a cruel hand.
@King Eric: King-of-Three-Fucking-Beavers-Parker giving his masterclass
Some guys’ careers end prematurely because of injuries – especially, knee or ankle problems; some guys just don’t appreciate what they’ve got and lose it; and a few see their dreams fall apart because of unforeseen issues. This is, I think, what Darren Fletcher is facing. For whatever reason – genetics, environment, or just bloody bad luck, he has a condition that is basically uncurable. To be sure, ulcerative colitis can be “managed” and even go into remission but the reality – one that I know only too well – is that it’s a condition that can’t be “beaten”. He’s going to have to live with it for the rest of his life – barring some medical miracle which, if it comes, will come too late to rescue his professional career.
In a small way, this is a tragedy – I mean, it’s not like he’s going to die ! Let’s be perfectly honest about this – DarrenFletcherinho (in his “football genius” mode) was a tremendous athlete who competed at the very highest level. Fletcherinho not only competed, he excelled. The fact that he might possibly be able to play the game again does not mean that he will have the strength or endurance to be the same player that was a lynchpin of a EPL/CL winning team.
When he was match-fit AND healthy, DarrenFletcherinho was one of the first names on SAF’s team-sheet alongside such “world class” players as CR7, TheGingerNinja, SirRyanGiggs, Edwin, CaptainVidic, and TheWayneBoy. He was an elite player on the best team in the world – a few years ago.
Just as with Owen Hargreaves, DarrenFletcherinho has seen his career – and his playing-dreams – come crashing down. For both of these guys this must have been a bitter, bitter pill to swallow. But, for them, life will go on.
For UTD – and I support the shirt just as much as (and probably more than) any player inside the shirt – this has been a sporting and business tragedy. Players of this quality are, to say the least, hard to find. Moreover, it’s not just that Fletcher and Hargreaves were terrific players, terrific competitors and great team-mates, it’s also that they played the same position as UTD’s most influential player of the SAF years, the great Keane-o. This is like ACMilan losing Baresi, Maldini and Nesta to premature career-endings – how great would their defence have been ? It’s like Barcelona losing Ronaldinho, Xavi, and Iniesta before their time – would Barcelona have had the ability to dominate ball-possession and win so frequently, even with the world’s best player in their side ?
For UTD, it was a problem to “replace” Keane-o but SAF identified Owen Hargreaves and relentlessly pursued him; when Hargreaves arrived at UTD – half-fit – he was instrumental in the team that won the 2008 CL. When Hargreaves could barely run again, DarrenFletcherinho (in full “football genius” pomp) was cruelly denied a place in the 2009 team because of a terrible refereeing decision in the semi-final. UTD lost the final in Rome with a team that was fighting on one leg – some thought that UTD were “out-classed” by Barcelona but the reality was that UTD were fighting against a great midfield by playing without their two most feisty midfielders. To SAF’s great credit, he was able to take a flawed team to the semi-finals in 2010 and to the final again in 2011 but, as we all know, the teams that lost out to Bayern Munich in 2010 and, again, to Barcelona in 2011 were missing key ingredients – without Hargreaves and DarrenFletcherinho in his “football genius” mode, UTD were utterly dominated in midfield.
The “loss” – in succession – of Keane-o, Hargeaves, and DarrenFletcherinho makes SAF’s recent accomplishments all the more astounding. For us, sitting on the outside looking-in, the big question about UTD’s ability to match-up against the very-best teams in the EPL and CL is going to turn on SAF’s genius in finding someone new to harry, to harrass, and to “Cry Havoc ! like the Dogs of War” in the midfield”. Ironically, it seems to me that he has done so but SAF seems reluctant to embrace the solution of playing MrJones alongside Michael Carrick in the engine-room.
We know that SAF is a loyal boss – and his loyalty is usually reciprocated – but his stubborn embrace of SirRyanGiggs and TheGingerNinja seems surprising since SAF has also been a manager who is willing to give youth a chance. What makes this last comment almost-churlish is that it comes on the heels of a match that was essentially-won by Giggs/Scholes yet their continued play is keeping MrJones from realizing his much greater up-side potential – and the team’s continued evolution.
In commenting on the sad demise of Darren Fletcher’s top-level career, it’s only reasonable to have wondered about his successor’s identity. It’s also reasonable to wonder why SAF is persisting with his two best players as if he’s finally looking backwards, rather than looking forwards. But I think I have intuited what’s going on here – for all his talk about “two or three more years” in that BBC interview, it seems to me that SAF learned a lesson in 2001 and wants to go out on top NOW and then say a quick good-bye.
My guess is that he believes that his successor (and I don’t think it will be anyone other than Jose Mourinho) will inherit a cupboard brimming with talent – in all parts of the pitch – so he’s assured a smooth transition. BUT without the “football genius” of Darren Fletcher to provide steel in the position of midfield-snarler, he’s gambling that the enduring qualitiy of Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes will see him get UTD to the EPL championship. Of course it’s a gamble, but the wily OldFootieKnight always liked a “flutter”. So, the next twelve matches are going to be very, very interesting as the careers of three UTD legends – and one supremely important spear-carrier – are likely to end in May. My fingers are crossed that they end in glory – again !
Prayers for Fletch to be healthy and be back soon.
It’s a quite depressing when you think about Denton’s observation. We’ve had our fair share of injuries in the last 4 years, but the most devastating ones have hit us in an area we’ve struggled with since 2002-2003. United didn’t start lacking a workhorse when Keane left. This problem began when Keane had his hip operation. He was still very good, but he wasn’t the same player afterwards. His role changed and it was Phil Neville that shared his defensive dutes.
We thought we found 2 players with similar characteristics and we know how Hargreaves and Fletcher’s careers have unfolded. So what happens now? Will Fergie put his faith in Anderson becoming that sort of player? On paper he has the skills to do it. Or does he wait on Tunnicliffe? I am not at all confident we will find and buy a CM in that mould.
As for Fletcher, he might have to change position if he wants to continue playing. The box to box role sounds too demanding for someone with his condition.
HELLO EVeryone in this site and all the united fans. I am happy out because england lose and ireland draw last nite I want 2 say that Fletch will be back playing 4 united next year and My fingers are crossed that end in glory cause i think Manchester City will lose 7 matches and united may win all the your matches Anyone Agree or disgree and when is Rooney back. I think Welback will score first on sunday!!!!!!!! Anyone agree or disgree
Love you Fletch, my favorite United player and always liked him even early on in his career when fans used to think he’s rubbish. Sadly, some still do (the same goes for Park, fucking ignorant cunts who dont realize Park and Fletch are matchwinners and that there is more to footie than fucking FIFA game ratings)
Get well soon, hope you come back and earn your rightful place among the all time legends of Man United! GGMU
no inappropriate jokes?
Get well and get back in the game where u belong!
Still gutted when I see the teamsheet and don’t see flecthers name on it! He has been one of my fav players since he broke into first team, hard worker which for me is always a must! He has been great servant and would love him to be able to work a way of being able to play professionally again. No doubt of his commitment to the club! He is united througha nd through!
“The mind is willing but the body is week” i ahve heard alot of recently and it is fitting in this case but hope he finds a way to balance his health and work in the future!
I just hope he lives a happy life. Somethings are more important than football. Get well soon Fletch
Fletcher is a team player and always 100% United. Got very undeserved criticism from Keano but still responded with heart and stepped up his game. The injuries of Hargreaves really put Darren in the limelight and he didn’t disappoint, becoming one of SirAlex’s main men and finally earning his due amongst the fans.
This illness is about a body pushed beyond it’s limits and probably the stress of it all as well. When he hangs up his boots, he will have nothing to worry about as his reputation with fans is secure. He was and is a United player, through and through.
Hope he beats this. But still support him 100% for what he has done and still means to this club. Mr Commitment.
Only a bit off-topic – I watched most of the Argentina match against the Swiss. Apart from Messi’s hat-trick (his first for his country), I was again impressed with the Swiss #10 -Granit Xhaka, who plays for Basle. He’s a big kid and seems like he’s got a very bright future ahead of him as a box-to-box midfielder. One to watch.
Also, go to YouTube to check out Messi’s goals – it’s just a treat to see a player with that combination of speed, balance, ball-control, and deadly-accurate finishing, regardless of for whom he plays. His shots for the two open-field goals were -like so many of his highlight-goals – made to look easy but he was able to slot the ball into very narrow openings. What a talent !
Really good commentary on the entire blog. Davie, KE and Costas especially good. All supporting Fletcher which so good to see.
Fletcher in hypnosis, Giggs Rio and Vida in Yoga. God help us all!
Just a sad situation in a fucked up season,if he can’t play again sure the club will find a spot for him as Costas pointed out this is a position that needs addressing.How long can we hope that Anderson can reach his potenial,has to be one of the most frustrating players,shows signs he could become a top player but has a problem with consistency and seems to pick up injuries steady,it has to be getting to a point were Utd will pull the plug.
@ Denton Davey,
What a read!!
Denton Davey. I guess you spoke for all of us in that epic post. Just like Kamshyaa said at 14:35, in life, somethings are far more important than football. Get well soon lad.
Owen back in training. Any news on Smalling – must have had a humdinger of a headache last night!
Brazil more often than not produces players with class but recently, i think the talents coming down the conveyor belt has dried up. Anderson is just one of many clubs have had to scrape the bottom of the barrel for. Consistency, consistency and consistency is the word thrown at anderson regularly. I don’t think he has it or will ever have it, fans are clutching onto straws regarding anderson.
Overweight, lacking professionalism, more interested in partying e.t.c. On the pitch he more often than not shows he’s out of his depth. hasn’t shown the class required to be a dominant midfielder at the highest level, the injuries aren’t helping but compared to luis nani who has improved massively, anderson has regressed.
God love ya Fletch, get well soon. Whether that means we see you back on the pitch or not, I can only hope you find peace with your illness. I, as I’m sure many, will never forget the shift you put in over two legs against Arsenal in the CL. Fucking blinding it was. A true testament to the player we have all come to love. “A True Red” shall be etched on your stone whenever the maker comes a calling.
It’s sad as fuck for fletch, king Eric got it bang on derided by fans but became one of the first names on the team sheet.
On fletcher, he really has come a long way from the days of being heckled with his every touch. Never the most talented but he has worked extremely hard to get himself into the situation of starting games for united.
It really is a shame that he’s currently going through this. health and happiness matters more than any worldly thing and if playing on will jeopardise that then he should put it aside. I think he’s always got a place at united. Whether that be a coach or other duties but i hope he doesn’t have to make these choice and he returns fitter and stronger as a first team player.
This choice*
CNN released an article on Qatar’s growing influence in football, as you can imagine(if you are one of those people hoping the glazers end their leeching) i was hoping to see some updates on Qatar’s supposed interest in United and i wasn’t disappointed.
Middle East football expert James Montague, author of the book “When Friday Comes — Football In the Warzone,” told CNN,
“The Qatari Investment Authority have been sniffing around Manchester United for a long time,” Montague said.
“I have had conversations in Qatar with prominent people and they have told me that United would fit their profile of wanting to use sport in general, and football in particular, to raise their profile to that of a world power.
“The Glazer family, who currently own United, will sell because they will get a better price from the Qataris. It isn’t just a numbers or profit thing with the QIA, they want the institution that United stand for.”
Full Article here
http://edition.cnn.com/2012/02/28/sport/football/football-qatar-money-sport/index.html
Its dated February 28, 2012, so i’d suppose thats some up-to-date intelligence.
Not sure I like the sound of that
Jeet
it of course sounds(especially in the above quotes) like some Pinky and the Brain scheme to use United to take over the world(evil echoing laugh) but i think it’d have its benefits. what do you think?
Bale reportedly out for 3 weeks. This must be the first time in a very long while where we are facing a team with bigger injury concerns than us. In terms of key players missing anyway.
Get well soon Fletch, we need you. Having said that, life first, the rest falls next..take care homie..
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Against Norwich it was the 16th time in the PL history that Scholes & Giggs scored in the same game, We have won all the 16.
Costas,
Is Bale really out or Arry is trying to copy the great Sir Alex when it comes to mind games?
how are you pal
38 posts on here, 9 on Rooney thread and maybe a dozen all day on ROM reads. Thats 59 posts ALL DAY. Pretty poor.
All the best Fletch, get well soon and get back soon! This guy deserves a Champions League final to play in and win.
Really hope he fights this virus and gets back well. Sure he will, cos, Manchester United players are heroes.
@Sandeep
Hi mate. By reportedly I meant goal.com, so take it for what it’s worth.
If he’s done his hamstring, I think it’s highly unlikely that he will play on Sunday. Even if he just felt it a bit, they might want to keep him on the bench as a precaution.
Of course that wouldn’t solve all our wing problems. Lennon will line up against Evra won’t he?
@King Eric
Don’t worry, the boo boo boys will back on matchday Sunday to predict and moan about how we’d “hand the title to shitty”. Ha.
denton – Belting post at 13.47. Superb.
Fletch – Cheers mate, likewise.
KingOfStretfordEnd – Ha. Yes mate they will. Although they won’t as we will beat Spurs!!!
AK47 – Inappropriate jokes? What like?
@King Eric
It’s been a good week for Ashley Young, that’s why.
Wait until his next poor performance.
Who gives a flying fuck about that over rated chimp Bale. Never done fuck all against United.
Costas – Hell mate. Well they have to pick on someone now Jonny and Carrick on top form and Berba not in the picture!!
Costas – Sorry. Hello not Hell!!!
Costas,
Lennon will give tough time to Evra
By the way, any news on the beast? Valencia is a must for this game..
I dont know how ROM will take this, but i m really annoyed with ease with which Young goes down to ground..I know lot of players throw in tackles and hustle and bustle him, but i expect more from him..
Nani was like this when he started..
I m sure Sir Alex will have a word with Ashley…
He hasnt hit the top form, understandably so because he is coming back from injury..
I have high hopes on the lad and his contribution for England have been significant..
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Hello King Eric,
I m good buddy…Just waiting for the big Sunday
Get well soon Jack
Sir Bobby’s brother Jack Charlton, one of England’s 1966 World Cup legends and former Republic of Ireland manager, was rushed to hospital with a broken hip after falling down the stairs at his home in Morpeth, Northumberland.
Jack, 76, also suffered head injuries in the accident – which happened on Tuesday night.
”He is the player chosen by God.” Figo on Ryan Giggs
I still have hope that Fletch will be fine. He’s only 28, so its not like he’s at the back end of his career. He can take his time with the recovery, and he could still have around 3 years left of his highest quality.
And I know its an incurable problem………but think about it. He managed it well enough to get to this stage of his career didn’t he? Its only in the last 18 months that its flared up and become almost uncontrollable………who’s to say that it won’t go back to being “manageable” like it was for most of his career.
@King Eric
Hi mate. Don’t sweat it. Hell, hello, it’s pretty much the same thing nowdays! Read yesterday that your son is doing better. That was great to hear.
@Sandeep
The Lennon-Evra tussle is always the same. Lennon beats him with his speed, but his final ball is awful.
Tomorrow I think we will know more about Valencia and Rooney. The latter should be ok for the Lane, but Tony V must be 50-50. Fingers crossed he’s ready. Again, we have to be careful he doesn’t aggravate his hamstring problem. Spurs also have a couple of doubts. Namely, Walker and VDV.
Today At Old Trafford
The editorial team for ManUtd.com , United Review and Inside United provide regular updates from the home of the Reds…
Thursday 1 March 2012
13:30 Michael Owen has Tweeted to say: “Hallelujah! Trained today for the first time and all felt great. Onwards and upwards.” Great news as the striker always has vital goals in him which could prove extremely useful in the run-in. (AM)
12:09 Paul Pogba scored for France Under-19s in their 2-1 defeat to Spain yesterday. The midfielder netted with a header from a free-kick in the 85th minute but it proved to be only a consolation effort for his team. (AM)
10:44 Smalling will no doubt be on the agenda when we record our Red Voices podcast later, as will last night’s thoroughly enjoyable Youth Cup win and, of course, the trip to Spurs this weekend. (JT)
10:37 It was a nasty blow that Smalling suffered last night and we all wish him well. We’ve just phoned Carrington and there’s no news on the defender as yet. If there are any updates later, we’ll let you know; otherwise, Sir Alex will address it at his pre-Tottenham press conference tomorrow morning. (JT)
Hope Smalling is back in time for the Bilbao game. Rafa-Rio-Evans-Evra was going to be our back 4 anyway. Of course, if Bale is missing Fergie might prefer Jones at right back. I remember mentioning last week that having all 7 defenders fit wasn’t going to last long. I hate it when I am right.
Costas,
I prefer you dont say that again
You look like the curse to our injuries
@Sandeep
I didn’t mean to jinx anything. I was just going by our track record with iunjuries at the back. At least we’ve been consistent in that front.
Hello you sheep shagging fuckers….
Oops, wrong blog…
Any how wished our Darren all the best earlier today, he is a fighter and if anyone can come through this than its him. Like Denton said there are more important things in life so I just pray that the lad enjoys a pain free life.
King Eric
Hi mate, first off great news on your wee Tom…. I also posted on Bale earlier, fucking over hyped media darling. I hope he starts against us. Rafa has always had him in his pocket
I miss smartalex and where the fuck is gaz? I always enjoy his foul mouthed rants….
Willie seems to have gone AWOL too!
United wanted by Quarterees !
Get your wish lists out lads,
I want Cavani, M’Vila, Gaitan, Schweinsteiger, Alba,Javi Martinez. & Charlie Adam.
I also want Angelo Dundee as manager and Cus D’amato as Coach.
Wish list? Get my son over
Any videos on the youth cup game? Any news on Smalling?
The dating ads on this site are doing my fucking head in
I want Djemba-Djemba back
Has smarty seen his arse where has he gone?
Wondering if someone could do me a favour. Doing my dissertation on Utd and Sponsorship….does anyone know where I can get a full list of our sponsors?
Tried Googling it but to no avail!
I miss actual season ticket holders getting away tickets….
Suit wearing, prawn sandwich eating, no singing, sit down seating, no standing, steward loving, cigar smoking, executive cunts!
Bow my head for Fletch.
King Eric says:
Off topic but ESPN showed 2006 World Cup Final last night. How good was Cannavaro that night.
Spot on KE the whole turny he played like no one else. Like a flying ninja ballet artisan. A Kung Fu Footballing Fairy, I say that in the best possible way!!!
Deary me, we have a K stander in the house….. Who next? The Noise or that egg chasing PE teaching fuck?
Seriously though I am really looking forward to the Spurs match, we have a decent record there and its this part of the season when you can tell that the team just smell blood and go for the kill
Come ON UNITED
Sparks
Ring ticketing 01618688000 and go through to corporate. I’m sure if you search manutd.com it will be on there somewhere.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBilBa5n2wY
Cedars
Forget RVP and Enjoy the past. Don’t forget your tissues when watching.
I agree with Zibbie and King Eric. The best way to put it would be, WHAT A CANNAVARO!
Did fantastically well in the tournament when you consider that he had added responsibilities after Nesta got injured.
Sparks
The oficial sponsors are on the bottom of the page on manutd.com
Giggs
Still not got your Spurs ticket. I’ve asked everywhere all the Spurs fans ba my Neighbour said Fuck off you Manc Scum.
The Noise
Had that video for ages, always wet me self when I watch it! ha ha
Fucking LEGEND
James
No mate fucking gold dust, one will come my way though. Train down at 9 on Sunday leaving London at 8 coming back.
Execs are cunts
As I am highly jobless at work, I was browsing through the latest football news and read that Mourinho is looking for a house in London and we all know that Redknapp will take up the England job at the end of the season. So, is there a possiblity that Mourinho could take over the Spurs job next season?Guys, any thoughts on this.
My sincere apologies to anyone who is offended by this post since I know this is a thread about Fletcher and I would like to keep it that way but there are no posters on the previous threads so I posted it here. Cheers.
Robson v Keane
Watch that video by the earl of sandwich and it will answer the question
Costas he blew me away in 2006.
I guess I can remember the WC’s as far back as 70 and for sure 74! And became a football fan in 2003.
There was Zico and Socratice and Marodanna. But since 2003 the best I have seen.
Maldini
WHAT A CANNAVARO!
Ze Zu
Figo
Neved
Ronaldo fo Brazil
Rholandhino
Pirlo
Kaka
CR7
Messi
Who the fuck em I forgetting!
Utd4life
Mate as long as he has not bought one anywhere near Manchester I’m not fussed.
Utd4life
I heard it on Radio 2 on Tuesday. Didn’t really give it much thought I just presumed AVB would be Cacking his pants when he heard.
Giggs
I’m still hoping so if you find yourself with too many let me know.
Cedars
I thought you’d have seen it you being Mr Robson’s stalker.
My Dick
The late Socrates (RIP) is a true great….. Watching him in action was almost spiritual
Wow Robbo!!!
@Giggs12 & James – Cheers guys, thanks very much.
He was like my first favorite player!!
Tree it was for me, the best not to win the WC?
I was born late 61, I saw in Socrates greatness like Ali, Roberto Clemente and Elvis.
James21 and G12G0. Thanks for the replies fellas. Hypothetically, if Spurs did hire Mourinho then he could take them to another level and turn them into another Chelsea. He could also go back to Chelsea but that depends on his relationship with Abramovich. Anyways, as long as he is not sniffing around Manchester, I really am not that bothered but it does make things interesting when the next season starts.
@Zibbie
I think that would be a proper list of the best WC players in the 00s.
He made his mark before you started following regulary, but my first idol in football was Roberto Baggio. He was the best player of the 94 WC (held in the US) by a mile. Took an average Italy all the way to the final. The closest I’ve seen to someone repeating this feat was Forlan in the last World Cup.
My Dick
With out doubt my friend, that Brazil team of 82 were the best not to win it….. Watching then was pure joy
Cedars fucking magic
He drinks the magic schnapps
And we he saw his young lass
He said I fancy that
He couldn’t drink all night he tried with all his might
He fell over after schnapps because hes fucking shite
SAF thanks for 25 years of your service, once you depart, who ever owns this great club. We as all other fans will have to play the crazy game of, who’s the gaffer?
Zibbie. That list you have compiled is spot on. Scholesy could have been on that list if England had played him where he is supposed to play instead of shafting him everywhere except the middle.
The Noise
I stallk no one except my son….. Just for his well being you know!
England 94 was the best ever team not to win the world cup.
Oh wait…
@MG
Mind you that England team did thrash Greece 5-0 just before the World Cup. A force to be reckoned with.
In friendlies anyway.
Back then Platt’s forehead was also a lot smaller for some reason. He’s been emulating Gervinho in the last few years.
Giggs12
Cracking chant! ha ha ha
MG
England would have won 2 World cups and a European Championship if it wasn’t for Utd players.
Stalker
RVP will be staying at Arse because he is one.
Costas
It’s all that deluded shitty shit in his head mate
Kebab spot on Baggio is who I forgot. I have cousins all through NW Italy. I root 1st for the US then Ireland and Italy in international games. Both set of grandparents born there. A WC list maybe, CR7 and Messi and Nedved?
Cafu and Carlos
Xavi and Inesta
My bad spelling.
Giggs and Scholes and Keano’s play as well. I know he has pissed off many I still love Keano and as a Irish player I saw him first and then him SAF and a young Rooney seduced me into the Red fold.
Poor Portsmouth on the verge of going out of buisness no team or fans deserve that. Well maybe Leeds.
MG
Spot on mate
England in 94 were just triffic!
Scholes as good as anyone. The WC is important but then again Scholes is Scholes and Giggs wow.
19 hello mate. Love that Arry’s back.
James
It’s Uniteds fault and I totally agree with you
UEFA bastards. They have cut the prices for this years Champs League final. Its true English football fans are fleeced, they obviously presume Arse and Chelscum are as good as out.
King eric13:21 your wrong it’s fucking made up. What tosh
Costas – Thanks alot mate for your words about my son. Very kind of you pal.
Cedars – Likewise mate! As above.
In a statement issued earlier, John Terry has expressed his sadness at hearing that one of the Monkees was dead.
“Which one was it?” he asked, “Ferdinand or Evra?”
@MG
Haha, quality! It’s all the delusion fighting to get out.
@Zibbie
Ah Keano. 2002 was it for him. At the time he was struggling with some lingering injury issues, but you have to believe that he he would have been immense at the World Cup.
It’s a bit weird as far as Messi and Ronaldo are concerned. They haven’t performed particulary well at World Cups. Ronaldo had a couple of good matches in 06 to be fair, but nothing like what we saw at Old Trafford. Both he and Messi were struggling when they didn’t have teammates with the quality that their club teammates had.
Cafu and Carlos definitely qualify, as do the 2 Spaniards you mentioned. Klose as well. Ok, he just scores goals, but he’s scored a shitload at the last 3 World Cups.
Clint – Ha. Cus D’ mato as coach! Erm may be tricky pal !
@King Eric
Don’t mention it. Can’t wait for the day he’ll start posting here.
Costas – Baggio’s penalty and pony tail were pretty dreadful though!
Rio and Vida had a great run as the worlds best CB pairing. 3 CL finals in 4 years with VDS as their keeper.
Get well soon Fletch!
Costas
Could you just imagine wee Tom and his dad here? The place would go fucking mental with great rants….. Mind you, I could just think that King Eric senior will be telling his son to watch his words…. Or NOT
Let it rip wee Tom
To watch Maldini and Cafu run the game from the back. Was awesome. Maldini no WC and he was the most influential player on the pitch I have ever seen.
@King Eric
Can’t argue about that penalty! The ponytail was kind of cool though. It’s the sort of stuff that gave him a unique look. It’s why fans remember him. At least it’s better than that Neymar’s fella’s hairstyle.
Baggio when he did not have his hair in a pony tail, it was a rockNroll Mulet!!
@Cedars
Ah, I doubt King Eric will try to keep him in check! They’ll be ranting against that Durham guy in tandem.
Cedars
Especially that Carlton Palmer – what a player that never got to go to a major tournament on a par with our Giggsy
Costas
It’s all in the mind
Watson you forgot about Suarez
Tony Bee
I saw that Spanish add with Rena WTF!!!!!!!!!! HAHAHAHAAA
What’s with all this international shite I’m bored gonna watch eastenders instead
Costas – good shout about Diego Forlorn in 2010 World Cup -(and last year’s CopaAmerica, too). It’s simply amazing that he can’t get a game for a really lousy InterMilan team. He’s a player that I’d like to see back @OT if Dimmy were sold-on this summer . Diego would be great insurance as a back-up for TheWayneBoy, playing in that withdrawn-striker role.
The Noise
Molokhieh >>>>> Spinach
Ha ha ha …… This is bound to confuse the fuck out of everyone
. Diego would be great insurance as a back-up for TheWayneBoy, playing in that withdrawn-striker role
Good call DD.
Maradona? Ya he was ok, cheating little bastard thougfh….. Our own Captain Marvel put him in his place back in 84…..
As for the best ever, look no further than Besty
Ferenc Bene.
Forlan has been injured all season hence why he hasn’t been in the team not because they’re leaving him out. He’s back in inter’s champions league squad after being ineligible. he’s proven quality but Fergie won’t be bringing him in, i’m certain of that.
This summer, Fergie might be shopping for a new striker. Will keane still needs to make the step up but he’s a talent that must be under the manager’s consideration. john cofie (on loan at antwerp), josh king (hull city) are good but can they make an impact when they return from their loan spells like welbeck.
Cedars
Jews Mellow or Egyptian spinach Latin Name Corchorus Olitorius.
No need for any new signings….. Just bring in Mahmoud El Ali on the cheap, he will guarantee goals
michael Owen is lambasting muppet adrian durham on Twitter, King Eric will like this.
Sell United
Sign United Football Manager 2012 MG edition
Bring back Djemba Djemba – all is forgiven.
El who… i would rather have scooby doo up there.
Adrian Durham is a big mouth spineless prick. Carragher proved that.
Mahmoud El Ali the legend>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Little RVP.
Sammy Sam Samuel
My ever nervous friend. El Ali is the most lethal striker in Asian footballl….. To add he comes from trom the land of the cedars
I thought you guys were writing Mohamed Elbaradei
Oops
I wish the best for Darren. It’s hard to be sick.
chico
I remember the Baggio’s penalty, was so sad.
Maldini and Cannavaro were wonderful.
MG- Hi!!!
Cedars- I’m fine tks.
soren
G’day m’lady
Better get that in before Cedars starts
Hope your well soren
We should meet up for coffee soon 
One day eh
The mere sight of El Ali and Wazza up top …….
soren – always a pleasure my darling
MG- Yep, it would be great. Negritos (bread) and coffee. ha ha
soren
I’ll stick to the pancakes
Republik of
Scooby Doo as a front man eh? Always pegged him as an engine room “ball hound’ of sorts. He’d never make it at United sadly, what with Anderson munching all his Scooby Snacks
Republik of
I want Hong Kong Phooey as our midfield hard man
Captain! Caaaaaaaaavemaaaaaaaan…. as our new striker
hugga bugga
SAF on our young Flying Spainard, David Haye.
“The boy has got talent. He’s lightning quick but has just found it difficult to adjust to some parts of the game here,”
“It’s a matter of developing his frame. He’s doing a lot of work in the gym.
“If we can get MAYBE A STONE on him without losing any of his flexibility or speed it would be a great boost to him.”
– A stone? Jesus Hugo Christ, half a stone would make the lad look bigger than Edwin or Cech. We don’t want a goalie of Heskey’s physique surely.
uh?
MG- ha ha
Sunday is my birthday so a piece of cake would be better.
The gift, I hope a victory over Tottenham
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fg33RXiK_io&feature=context&context=G2e99022FOAAAAAAACAA
Had a chuckle at this one.
Clint – maybe he meant a Rolling Stone since he’s got moves like Jagger…
Cedars – i understand he has a great goal scoring record but scooby can be a handful in front of goal. Has the benefits of working out the mysteries of deadly finishing and well, scooby only needs “BOO” screamed at it to have any motivation, no coaching required.
soren
Hope you have a lovely birthday with United putting the icing on the cake
James21 ha ha
De Gaye is rumoured to weigh from 76kg to 82kg. Well he should ideally weigh around 75 – 82kg anyway for guy his height.
Being a wrestler for Manchester United Entertaintment, I think the coaches want him to weigh aboot 82-84 k, which would make him the same weight as our former undisputed wrestling champion, Crispy-ano Ronaldohnut.
I like weiging 70kg, been the same weight since I was 13 years young.
Papii
MG- Thanks
Cedars- STOP to watch RVP’s videos. ha ha
For you stats monkeys:
Ryan Giggs 1 trophy every 27.3 games played
Darren Fletcher 1 trophy every 23.7
Dimitar Berbatov 1 trophy every 21
Michael Owen 1 trophy every 17.3
DannyWelbeck 1 trophy every 17.3
Drum rolllllll please
Mr Darron Gibson 1 trophy every 15 games
FletchTHEMAN… ohhhhh Darron
For those wondering……
Alex Ferguson:
1432 games coached, 857 games won, 59.8% win percentage.
Averaging 1 trophy every 38.7 games managed while at United. Hoo Ah!
@CedarsDevil
Anything > Spinach!
@Fletch
As if there was ever any doubt, Darron Gibson = trophies.
SHHHHeeeeeeeessssssss
David McDonnell @DiscoMirror
Interviewed Tom Cleverley today. Says he will miss Man Utd trip to Spurs on Sunday but hopes to be back “within two weeks”
United hung on to Ole when he was injured with good cause. It didn’t work out so well when Hargreaves was injured. I sense that Fletcher will come good again
Schmeichel on DDG: “There’s no doubt about it in my mind that he is a great goalkeeper.
“I’m disappointed on behalf of de Gea and the criticism he has had because I thought in this country you give everybody a chance”
DDG Happy with those words of his idol.
Scooby is one cool dog. A power forward and Shaggy is his agent.
Fletch a big ooohhh oohh ooohhhooo from a monkey.
Traffod is Trophy Town.
Tony V : “I like going to practice listening, the songs of @ juanfervelasco”. Good news, no?
Tony V > > > > >> > > > > any winger
soren. According to the podcast Smalling Cleverley and Valencia are all out of the match.
Cleverley said it would be 2 weeks for him and smalling is still being assessed from the england game.
Spurs have some doubts as well, including Bale who picked up a knock. But Lennon is in and has been known to give Patty Evra a torrid time.
Listen to the entire podcast at
http://twii.edgeboss.net/download/twii/manutd/audio/redvoices_s02e25.mp3
Might need to be a subscriber but give it a go…..
FlechTHEMAN- ahhh ok, thanks. Good night.
@redhound: Sorry, I couldnt reply y’day. The quatari thing is interesting isn’t it? The way I see it is, it’s a powerful weapon and can cut both ways. On one hand you have unlimited funds, but on the other you risk losing all your values and tradition – such as bringing up youth, local roots, working class fan base and history. The reason why I would be cautious about such a takeover is the timing. If this had happened 5-10 yrs back, I wouldnt have worried so much, simply because I would have known SAF was still going to be around for quite some time, and I would always trust that man to do the right thing. Petrobillions or no petrobillions, no owner would ever risking fucking around with TheGreatMan. That would be akin to pissing on your investment, kicking it to the ground, and driving a Hummer over it. There’s only going to be one winner at United in a conflict with The Gaffer. But now? If SAF calls it a day in 2-3 years time, the new guy (whoever it is) will be under unbearable pressure. And the lure of shortcut success with sugar daddy’s riches will almost certainly be too much resist, and hang what United stands for at its core. That’s why I would be very, very circumspect. But then, what if it’s a tidal wave that we have to ride, to avoid getting drowned? What if 3 more clubs in the EPL and 10 in Europe go down the shitty path? To my mind, that would be a bitter pill to swallow with dangerous long term side effects, but I’m not sure what the other options might be, either.
quatari takeover? It’s all gas!
Jeet
Ya mate its a double edged sword, it guarantees success on the pitch but will threaten to destroy the values of our great club. Personally i think we will be stuck with the glazers for a long time.
Hoping all the best for Fletcher. Plenty of other twats in the world living happily and healthily but a proper Man Utd footballer and person gets this. If it means giving up on 20th to get a guarantee that he’d recover completely, I’d bite. But chances are, I’d rather the players keep him in mind, work the extra 10-20% and go on to get the 20th this season and dedicate it to him.
Good morning , is that Qatar Shit starting up again ?