Showing posts with label David Beckham. Show all posts
Showing posts with label David Beckham. Show all posts
David Beckham had wished for a return to Manchester United and his wish was duly granted. Becks will travel to Old Trafford with AC Milan after the two clubs were drawn against each other for the knockout games of the Champions League.
The return of Becks to Old Trafford would be definitely emotional and he will get a rapturous reception from the fans. His contribution to United has been tremendous since he was a central figure of Sir Alex Ferguson’s plans in all his years of success at the Theatre of Dreams.
Beckham had won six Premier Leagues, three FA Cups and the Champions League at Manchester United, and probably he was the only player who popularized the Red Devils in Asia and other parts of the world. He may not be in the same shape and form as he was 7 years ago, but he will do everything to impress Fabio Capello during his loan spell at AC Milan.
Beckham has earned every ounce of the affection he will receive when he walks out again at Old Trafford. Being one of Fergie’s Fledglings, Beckham’s devotion to the club was never questioned, and fans still love him even after he departed to Real Madrid in 2003.
If you are thinking that both legs of Manchester United vs Milan will be targeted towards David Beckham, then you are wrong. There’s a big grandpa standing at the Old Trafford gate and his name is Sir Alex Ferguson.
Though it’s a tough draw for United but recalling how United were outclassed by AC Milan in the 2007 Champions League semi-final in Italy, Fergie would love this battle. He is a man who likes to set the record straight and here’s an opportunity.
Milan have been inconsistent in the group stage, but with Alexandre Pato and Ronaldinho in great form coupled with United’s defense crisis, it won’t be a cakewalk for Fergie. At the most he can hope that he faces the same AC Milan that lost to FC Zurich at San Siro during the group stage.
Manchester United skipper Gary Neville has appreciated the young Red Devils and believes they are competent enough to start in the Premier League. The veteran voiced his views after United knocked out Spurs from the Carling Cup at Old Trafford.
Sir Alex Ferguson had fielded a less experienced side to what he normally does in the tournament, signaling a possible new era of Fergies Fledglings. The surprising Champions League defeat to Besiktas last week saw some pundits criticizing Fergie's fledglings for their lethargic performance. But Fergie kept faith in his youngsters and they paid it back when Darren Gibson scored twice to ensure progression for United.
Gary Neville paid tribute to his team’s youngsters after watching a resilient performance in the Carling Cup tie at Old Trafford. The veteran believes that this current crop has what it takes to make a mark in the Premier League. He said, "I don't think they're younger players, they're playing for their countries. They deserve to be there by right. They are Premier League players of that quality, they are obviously developing."
It will be interesting to see whether the current group of Fergies Fledglings is able to emulate the success of their seniors. The current crop of players include Darren Gibson, Danny Welbeck, Gabriel Obertan and Ritchie de Laet. Their seniors and probably the best ever Fergies Fledglings included Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, David Beckham, Nicky Butt and the Neville brothers.
2 days. That's the time Fergie took to seal the fate of Nani. Recently, Nani had a stupid public outburst against Sir Alex Ferguson and it is rumoured that the Portuguese may be on his way to Italy.
The Portuguese winger did not mince his words in an interview with a newspaper and that has probably left Ferguson furious. The United boss is already facing some serious issues that include
a). Losing the top spot with defeats at Liverpool & Chelsea
b). Injuries to center backs - Vidic & Ferdinand
c). Touchline ban following the Alan Wiley episode.
Nani had expressed his displeasure at the situation in Old Trafford due to his lack of chances and even went on to say that Sir Alex Ferguson has destroyed his career. He said,
Ferguson is a very complicated man. He's tough. If things are all right, then they are all right. But when he thinks something is wrong, everything is screwed. He can go from complimenting you to just plain trashing you in a matter of minutes. Has it happened to me? Hell, yes! He'll say 'Nani, how could you miss this or this'?
He shouts at players in front of everyone. No one escapes, everybody is the same. Giggs and Neville suffer most, because they have more experience. It is 'F**k' here and 'F**k' there.
In spite of knowing this was not the right time, Nani let out his frustration in public and criticized the most decorated football manager. Duh. I think Nani was insane. He could have talked with Fergie in private. Was he trying to emulate Carlos Tevez?
Well, if that was the case, then just like Tevez was shipped to City, Nani might be on his way to Italy. Juventus and AC Milan have allegedly shown interest in the winger and a transfer may be on the cards when the January window opens.
Nobody has ever escaped unhurt after messing with Fergie. Jaap Stam, David Beckham, Fabian Barthez and Roy Keane are some famous examples who were shown the exit doors at Old Trafford after their bust up with Fergie.
And to be honest, Nani has not really lived up to the hype when he arrived. If we leave aside his somersaults, Nani has struggled with his performances. Even after the departure of CR7, he has not been able to command a regular place in the starting eleven, scoring just one goal against his name this season.
Good Bye Nani. You don't deserve to play for United. Maybe you should skip the flight and use your somersaults while moving from England to Italy because that's the only thing you are good at.
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