Manchester United Banter Archive February 18 2013

18 Feb 2013 23:51:19
"Watching the UTD game and it amazes me how the hell they are top of the league, when we were on top at least we were head and shoulders above everyone else. Every time I watch them play it just confirms what a Piss poor league we have in this country and I strongly believe that if we had consistency we would be right up there fighting for the title. We played Utd in two league games and totally outplayed them apart from the first hour at Old Trafford, If we had half of the luck they have we'd be right up there I'm telling you. If Utd were any where near as good as they were even six or seven years ago I would give them credit but did anyone watch the game against Real Madrid? Utd were totally dominated and had to rely on the break. We need consistency and a bit of luck and we'll be fine"

I see AJH and Gav have already commented on this wonderful piece of genius from the scouse page.

I'm almost, almost, starting to feel sorry for them. Mental health issues are not funny. These people need help now.

They're deluded as ever. Bless.
Nomidfield

18 Feb 2013 23:08:16
Nani why you not play like that more often? Credit where it's due he was sensational tonight!

Caol�n.

Sensational is stretching it a bit

You seen a better performance from any of our wingers this year?

Caolán.

18 Feb 2013 22:39:22
a good left back with buttner out and fabio covering the two fullback postions
paddy the irish man

Full backs next year: Evra, Digne, Fabio & Rafael (hopefully). Give Buttner a loan, he may come good with game time.

Fresh!

18 Feb 2013 22:24:46
You have to give credit were credit is due, Nani was fantastic tonight. I would go as far to say that that was the best performance any of our wingers have given all season. He could quite easily have had a hattrick as well as getting an assist. If he could bottle that and do it 8 out of 10 times then we would give him a new deal and he would go on to be a fan favourite and crucial member of a front 4. However I fear its all a little too late and another flash in the pan performance from him!

Fresh!

18 Feb 2013 21:35:21
Chicharito will need to be careful he doesn't risk a silly injury.

You don't pick Anderson to go up against in a 'belly bump', when celebrating a goal.

18 Feb 2013 21:30:57
If you know what I mean, Ando is very similar to Wilshire. except just not as good haha, and Ando lacks the final ball which Wilshire has.

Similar playing style mind.

18 Feb 2013 20:54:01
OMG Rooney has totally invisable this half, worldclass my a$$ :)

Wasted on this audience because it works on so many levels and is sadly very true. I AM KLOOT

18 Feb 2013 20:30:00
valencia is very very poor, he needs to get his act together!

He has not had one very good game all season in fact he hasn't had one half decent game. He has been frustrating at best. I have no clue what it is only that he is struggling with one leg being shorter than the other which is giving him back problems but surely shouldn't affect your crossing? He is a shadow of his former self.

18 Feb 2013 20:07:27
I have a feeling young is going to come back playing at his best, driving forward, crossing well with a couple curling shots at goal. Young trademark.

Nik Legend SA

Hehe, or not!
Had a chance to show how good a winger should be and he disappeared for most of the game.

Nik Legend SA

His first game back after a long lay off and he wasnt too bad. Just needs to get sharper and more confident.

18 Feb 2013 19:32:43
Hello guys,
Whilst we all agree that jones has done terrific man marking in the last two games, his versatility, skill etc makes him an exciting prospect. But do you see him in the CB postion in the long term? In some ways i'm scared that he can become another O'shea.
Cheers

I do, I think he'll be perfect to take over Vidic's role in the lon term, alongside either Evans or Smalling. He could still be used elsewhere in certain games. I'm glad he's versatile and can do a job in front of the defence but I would like to see him given more game time at CB to get used to the role.

Even if Jones does turn out to be another O'Shea as you say he would be a much better version and very useful in the campaigns. That would be worst case scenario and hopefully won't happen as he has the potential to be an immense Vidic replacement and could form a phenomenal partnership with Smalling.

If he comes away at the end of his career with as many medals as O'Shea, he'll not have done too badly.

18 Feb 2013 18:57:47
What's happened to Percy? I know Nani isn't getting game time but come on Perce, where have you gone?

18 Feb 2013 19:33:17
i fear if nani leaves the club then we may lose him for good to the team nani goes to. sad but that's the way it is : (

Percy is nani maybe? He can't play and be on this at the same time!

Jay-c

I have a feeling AJH that he may be on again v soon haha

18 Feb 2013 18:43:59
Chelsea in the fa cup this will be hard I know our boys are up to it the treble is on

Steady Zee, we haven't seen off Reading yet

I think we have a game tonight first mate :)

Gav

HoneyBadger?

Haha take it Gav was already gone mate?

(eds what's up with the weird names, also, why does Gav's say honeybadger?)

Jaxer

Doh!

If only I had scrolled down I would have seen this subject was already covered haha

No worries Jono!

This gives me an opportunity to use my new catchprahse:

Honey Badger don't give a fu*k! :)

18 Feb 2013 17:53:13
There were rumours, albeit a while back before we knew of Bayern's interest, of Lewandowski coming to Old Trafford in the summer, with a lot of the posters on here very excited at the prospect. I just want to know everyone's thoughts on what he has as an advantage over other strikers such as Cavani in terms of what he can give at Manchester United.

Intrigo

18 Feb 2013 16:50:08
Eds, liking the new login system.

I have taken this opportunity to replace my unispiring signoff name from 'Gav' to a member of the animal kingdom I have much respect for.

Thanks, {Ed033's Note - Ok great

Gav. Woopsy HoneyBadger!


We still love Rooney, hehe, Don't we? And so does KLOOT :D

Btw HoneyBadger (the animal), one brave lil bugger!

18 Feb 2013 18:56:25
Yes honestly I believe you Gav, I was actually thinking of the name punannyluver, that of another animal I greatly admire.

HoneyBadger? I'm sure I've seen films where that was the main star's name. You know which kind of films I mean.

Honeybadger sounds a bit sordid to me, just a little. dirty lol just kidding, I think

There are some good Youtube videos of a Honey Badger in action, I can recommend unless you have a weak stomach!

AJH - I think I've seen them films too :) Perhaps my new signoff has a double meaning, lol.

Gav

Oops signed off with my old and new names. this could get confusing!

18 Feb 2013 17:14:24
I made a bet with a few of my mates, we all picked a player that isn't an established goalscorer and each put a fiver in the pot.

As I picked Welbeck (I know) and one of my mates picked Lambert, do you think the Madrid goal could be the boost to start scoring?

18 Feb 2013 15:56:18
I think cleverley needs to go, he's not young anymore and hasn't shown the potential he once did. The likes of bale, wilshere and the majority of youngsters at Chelsea and City are looking better. We still haven't replaced Keane.

I can see why you didn't leave a name.

TK-Red

Not even keep him for the squad? That's a bit much IMO why would we just get rid. We kept players like Brown and O'Shea for a long time, they were never thought of as 'world class' but they still helped us along to many trophies. It is a squad game afterall!

So because they have a better play we should sell him? He's very well for us and if we do sign the top cm we want he's hardly a bad back up? also most of teh chelsea ones cost 30mil + and what city ones? also bale is a winger

Remind me which team are 12 points clear and who is the manager oh yeah the best manager of all time

18 Feb 2013 17:24:38
yeah your talking total crap what youth players at City are these that are better than Cleverley. The only home grown player that gets near their match day squad is Richards and he isn't even local. Same with chelsea the only home grown player they have is Terry and he's ancient! When those teams can actually produce a youth player feel free to come back no name. MrE

Cleverly is a very good professional. Agreed that he is behind Wilshere in terms of talent but he does his job well which is pass and move and create space for other players.
And I think his passing is improving every match. My favorite player after Carrick and Anderson.

Hey AJH,
FYI I have changed my sign off name AJ to avoid confusion :)

Good man!

Wow! You know your stuff!

18 Feb 2013 16:08:12
I hope we play a strong team tonight. I for one love the FA Cup. Its what kept me going in the 70s and 80s. We have 5 days before we play QPR and if any side will play a weakened side it will be Reading. Its no good saying give the youth and fringe players a chance when we have a chance of the treble. All great players want to play every game. The FA cup was always linked to us, but Chelsea have in recent seasons stolen our thunder. Two Cup Finals at Wembley is within our grasp. Neil

18 Feb 2013 14:05:44
Lets hope that our fringe players realize that tonight is a great chance to stake a claim to stay in the team and play a big part in what could be a historic treble winning season. If they play well then our players which are currently in our usual starting line-up will have to up their game in order to stay in the team. The more competition the better for our squad

I suspect we will see a 4-4-2 tonight with Young & Nani on the wings. Hernandez & Rooney upfront and Anderson & Cleverley in the middle. I would guess at Vidic & Smalling at CB's and Lindegaard in goal if he is fit.

Sydney!

Sydney,

I'd go with the same team, and throw in

LB- Buttner, RB - Jones / Rafeal

RedDub

18 Feb 2013 13:35:58
ED assuming we sell Rooney I can't think of anyone else but CHELSEA actually going for him.

Practically thinking I don't see him leaving England and in England only Chelsea and City would be able to offer a price which might be acceptable for him and United.

Cant see us selling him to City, so Chelsea looks the likely option to me. {Ed007's Note - Is it not a bit early in the day to be drinking?}

ED i'm in India, so no ;)
I didn't say this will happen, I said this looks like the only possible scenario ro me **IF** it happens.

Ed007, no it's not! You should know that being Scottish ;)

Gav

18 Feb 2013 09:00:31
Omg. One good win and bredon rogers think they can finish in top 4. can't believe they get carried away so easily. Dey are stil 9 points behind spurs or fourth I cnt see thm qualify for europe as well. Pools have become a laughing stock

Not as bad as Mancini beating a league one team then declaring himself the best manager in England.
KARTOFFELKOPF

How about you actually listen to what he said he never mentioned we could get top 4, it's just the media stiring rubbish like usual.

Plymouth Red.

You obviously read the headline and not the actual article. Poor journalism as is I usually the case with UK tabloids.

Melbourne CFC

18 Feb 2013 13:42:44
who really cares about liverpool their almost thirty points behind, haven't been a serious rival for years and won't be for several more years.

Yrh because brenton rodgers never says anything crazy does he? How about u actually see wot he said before coming on our page and declaring it a spin by the media? I suppose he didn't say your loss in mid week was the perfect away performance or that u could get 2nd not 4th or that saurez doesn't dive?
Chris the REDman