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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [31] More Becks on Keane - Posted Tuesday, September 3, 2002 by db: Roy has been magnificent all season and that is the sort of person and player he is. When any player gets a certain amount of stick, or any situations go on, on or off the pitch, you expect the other players and the manager to stick by you and that is what we do. Whatever we think is right or wrong or whatever player has done anything in games or off the field, the players rally round and all stick together and it stays in the club. - [30] Stewart on Carlos and his own chances - Posted Tuesday, September 3, 2002 by db: You talk about people who have been there, done it and seen it and Roy's one of those people. Anything he says when he speaks to you then you've got to listen. It's just like you when you listen to the gaffer or Carlos. They have been there and experienced football and Roy's one of those people as well. When he talks he's worth listening to. Football's full of opinions and people from other countries are going to have different ideas of how it should be played. That's interesting to hear what their thoughts are. Carlos is the same. Just because he is not as well known over here you have still got to give him respect.. Carlos has brought a different point of view to things like team-work and getting the ball back which we lost last year. It's always going to tough to play every game for Manchester United but you have got to try and take it. John O'Shea has done very well for United I am looking to wait and take the chance. I feel like I'm ready, but it's not as if the players ahead of me are getting dropped. My long term future is to stay at Manchester United and do well for them and in the next couple of months I might get a chance and do well so that will give me more experience. - [29] Michael Stewart backs Keano - Posted Tuesday, September 3, 2002 by db: We are totally behind him. In my view the referee let the first incident go when Jason McAteer brought him down and the referee should have stamped it out there and then. He let it go and you could quite clearly see something was going to happen Roy shouldn't have lifted his hand up, but it wasn't as bad as people made it out to be. Of course the lads are behind him. He is a captain, a great player, a great man and Keano will get over these things. He has had it in the past and he'll handle it this time no problem. - [28] Silvestre on Sunderland - Posted Tuesday, September 3, 2002 by db: We missed a good opportunity - it was two points lost rather than one point won We had the game under control, especially in the first half and created some good chances, but we wasted them. It's frustrating when you know you should do better and come away with three points. - [27] Fergie on injury worries - Posted Tuesday, September 3, 2002 by db: :We've been unlucky in the defence. But Phil is still available - he might be playing :on his own! Rio's OK of course and Laurent and John . We'll be OK. - [26] FA on banning proceedure - Posted Tuesday, September 3, 2002 by db: Any suspension starts immediately or two weeks after the verdict of a tribunal. - [25] Silvestre on fitness test - Posted Tuesday, September 3, 2002 by db: It was my back and my neck - the vertebrae. I don't know if I'll be fit to play against Middlesbrough or not - I'll be having a fitness test on Tuesday morning. - [24] Roy's Red record - Posted Tuesday, September 3, 2002 by db: From thisislondon.co.uk Roy Keane's record of ill-discipline may have marred his reputation as one of the world's best players but the Manchester United midfielder is not the worst red-card offender to have played in this country. The Irishman trails in joint sixth place in the hall of shame after his sending-off against Sunderland last Saturday. Further down the standings is Arsenal's bad boy Patrick Vieira. His red card against Chelsea at the weekend means he has now been sent off eight times. Both men have been sent off about once a season with Keane getting his marching orders once every 47 games and Vieira once every 42 matches on average. Neither have records to match the ill-discipline of former Queens Park Rangers
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [38] RN exclusive - game in Cyprus - Posted Monday, September 2, 2002 by db: Forget what you read in the People. The club have told RN that there is no truth in the story and the game, as UEFA said immediately after the draw, will be played in Cyprus. - [37] Keane to answer FA questions - Posted Monday, September 2, 2002 by db: His agent Michael Kennedy Roy will be responding and sending in his observations. It will be done in conjunction with the club in due course. - [36] Rewriting history - Posted Monday, September 2, 2002 by db: Vinne Jones, forgetting all those games against Eric and Robbo where he would just, well, hide I wrote my book to get a few quid, but if I was on the money he was on, Id never have done it. There is so much mystery about Roy. Say he got £700,000, does he need it? Niall Quinn had a testimonial and gave the money away. I did my first interview for £250 and I got slaughtered for it. And when I read it I was fuming. I dont believe that Roys skin is that thick that he is not letting the problem get to him. I used to read things that made me think that I had let myself down in the interview. Roy must read things and question why hed done it. By the time he pays tax and his agent takes his percentage, whats left? Is it worth all this shit? All this about Roy wanting to do people, he never did that. He aint a Jimmy Case or Graeme Souness. They would come and f***ing sort you out. I would go in and go bash, but I wasnt good enough to do someone on purpose. Roy is so much bigger and brighter than to come out and say what he did. Everyone is saying what a hard man he is.! I never had any problems with Roy Keane. You didnt even know Roy was on the park when I played. It would have been no good Roy having a ruck with me, as Id have had Fash and all the boys with me. If you wanted a ruck, youd need a load with you as well. If it went off properly now, like it did in the old days, Roy would be standing on his own. Whats Beckham going to do in the tunnel? We had it against Man United with Viv Anderson. Fash has gone right, were up for it hes having a row with Anderson. Next minute, none of them wanted to know. Thats the difference. Er not quite as Robbo and Viv answered back if memory serves us right. - [35] McAteer plays it safe - Posted Monday, September 2, 2002 by db: It was a full-blooded encounter with plenty of physical contact and everybody who saw the game can make up their own mind about what happened. - [34] Tomorrow's ref - Posted Monday, September 2, 2002 by db: is Mike Riley - [33] Records to be broken - Posted Monday, September 2, 2002 by db: If they start it'll be Giggsy's 350 league game for United tomorrow and Ruud's 50th start. - [32] Mark Lawrenson on keano - Posted Monday, September 2, 2002 by db: The problem for Manchester United now is that they are going to lose Roy Keane for three games and you cannot afford to lose world class players. With great players sometimes you have to take the bad alongside the good. But I don't know what is happening with Roy Keane at the moment. There seem to be two different people - the one who plays football and the one away from football who wants to go round and upset everyone. It's unfortunate for him because he is a top-class player. If you asked all the Premiership managers 'would you like him?' then they would all want to take him - [31] FA on Keano - Posted Monday, September 2, 2002 by db: It is likely that there will be some movement on the first situation (the book) probably by the end of the week. But as far as what happened at Sunderland, like any other red card the FA will do nothing until we have seen the referee's report on what happened. - [30] Schmeichel on Derby Day - Posted Monday, September 2, 2002 by db: I don't think there will be a problem. There's always been bad blood, but not too bad, between the clubs. There is always a lot of rivalry, I felt it was in good spirits. There is obviously competition between the clubs but I don't think it is as bad as in some other cities. - [29]
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [22] Fergie on Scholes - Posted Wednesday, August 28, 2002 by db: He could be out for two weeks. It is difficult with an ankle and the swelling came up immediately. He went over on it but hopefully it is only two weeks. No wonder Fergie was peeved with the Keane questions after the game. Depending on which news sources you read this morning, he had a knee problem, no a hip problem, no an ankle problem - [21] Chat with Eric - Posted Wednesday, August 28, 2002 by db: The french Website Sport24.com has the pleasure to host a chat with Eric The King Cantona and the French Beach Soccer Team. You can ask your questions on Friday, August 30th at 1:30 p.m on this page : http://www.sport24.com/interview/frameset.asp?ID_ITW=135 http://www.sport24.com/interview/frameset.asp?ID_ITW=135 - [20] Giggs on last night - Posted Wednesday, August 28, 2002 by db: It was important that we started off well and we did that. We hunted the ball down and never gave them any time on the ball. The goal helped with Ruud getting it so early and then from that we were able to play our normal football. The only way was to hit them hard and early. We didn't want to give them any comfortable possession. We wanted to make sure we harried and hurried them everywhere and never let them settle on the ball. We knew we had to improve from Hungary. We knew we didn't play very well over there and we knew we could play a lot better. We were hurt by the criticism after the match in Budapest. You are always hurt when you are criticised because we are human. But we knew we could turn it around with a lot of hard work. We knew that ability-wise we were better than them and we had to work harder and convert the chances. We hunted them down early and the later our ability and class showed. I never had any serious fears we'd miss out on the Champions League. With ! the ability we have in the side, the amount of chances we create and the number of players who can put the ball in the back of the net I think we were always confident of turning it around. The Champions League is the place to be and this club deserves to be there. We have made sure we are there now and we must make sure now we are in there that we keep working and the results will come. - [19] Sad news - Posted Wednesday, August 28, 2002 by db: Reds by Salford Quays last night would have heard and seen a lot of police cars and sirens at 10.30pm last night. Local radio are now reporting that a Red from Yorkshire died after a gang tried to steal his a car. Very upsetting news. - [18] Escude deal off - Posted Wednesday, August 28, 2002 by db: Fergie The Escude thing looks as though it is finished, which is disappointing. We would still like to get a player in and we are pursuing one or two other channels, but we are running out of time. We have options in midfield and attack but we need defenders and we are also assessing the goalkeeping situation. - [17] Possible European opponents - Posted Wednesday, August 28, 2002 by db: From our man KD I reckon the top 2 groups will be Real Bayern United Barcelona (assuming they don't blow a 3-0 lead in Poland) Valencia Juve The Arse Inter Deportivo Leverkusen Scouse Galatasaray Roma Lyon Dortmund Feyenoord Likely 3rd seeds AC Milan PSV Kiev Spartak Moscow Loko Moscow Olympiakos AEK Ajax Which leaves Celtic Newcastle Lens Genk Bruges etc in the 4th pot Celtic v United, the Arse or Scousers a possibility. - [16] What's the Draw Score? - Posted Wednesday, August 28, 2002 by redend: Here's the draw procedure (sent in by our Hungarian snout) from UEFA: The UEFA Champions League first group stage draw will take place in Monaco on Thursday 29 August at 16.00 CET. Madrid are in as holders plus 15 other automatic qualifiers who did so on the basis of their performances in their domestic leagues. The remaining 16 places are allocated to the teams who have come through the qualifying rounds. The 32 teams will be drawn into eight groups of four teams each, and the winners and runners-up in each group will go through. The groups will be lettered A to H. Teams from the same country will not be drawn into the same group, and if two teams from the same association qualify, they will be paired to split their matches
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [18] Fergie on Tuesday's game - Posted Monday, August 26, 2002 by db: It would be serious if we didn't get through, but it is not something I am contemplating. There's no special pressure after what happened last season. You can build something up and it becomes like a castle in the sky. We'll take it as it comes and some of our best performances last year were in Europe. The more success you have the bigger expectation becomes and I have to say I am not against that.. It's important that we don't lose a goal at home, an away goal is important and we should have scored in Hungary - [17] Ridsdale threatened by Leeds fans - Posted Monday, August 26, 2002 by db: I've never done a job where I've been insulted so much and it's hard to cope with. The letters I've had since Rio Ferdinand left have been appalling, threatening stuff that makes you wonder about people's psychological state. It shocks me that they can be so vitriolic towards me and it's a reminder of how passionate fans can be in a negative way. O'Leary's 'Leeds United on Trial' - stunned by its title and timing. It's wrong to say the book did not have an impact on the team's performance. We were top on January 1 and then we had an appalling two months. I don't see the need to write books when you are in a well-paid job. - [16] Sourness on Yorke - Posted Monday, August 26, 2002 by db: I have had Dwight for six weeks and in that time he has been a pleasure to work with. He always has a smile on his face, which, in the circumstances, is fantastic because he has a lot to worry about at the moment. We have done wonderful business with Dwight. People look after themselves much more these days and I think that in the next three years we will see the best of both Yorke and Andy Cole. He enjoys his training and his football. It also helps that he and Andy are the best of mates. There is no jealousy between them. They get on brilliantly. Dwight had an excellent game. - [15] United bid turned down - Posted Monday, August 26, 2002 by db: From the Guardian 'Sir Alex Ferguson's hopes of reinforcing his Manchester United squad before Saturday's deadline received a significant setback last night when he learned that a £4m bid for the Argentinian defender Nicolas Burdisso had failed. Negotiations broke down with Boca Juniors because of their £7m asking price for the 21-year-old. Although United will instigate further talks, Boca's president Mauricio Macri, one of the wealthiest men in Argentina, has made it clear that his club are under no financial pressure to sell. He described the deal as cold and confirmed that United's chief executive Peter Kenyon had not sounded very enthusiastic when told of Burdisso's valuation. If Manchester United propose a good offer I think the player will travel to England during the next few days, Macri added. If the money is good, we will let Burdisso go. - [14] Phil Neville on tomorrow - Posted Monday, August 26, 2002 by db: If we don't score, they will go through and that would be one of the biggest shocks in the competition's history. It is almost unthinkable for us not to get through but we can't afford to take anything for granted now. We are going out to try and eradicate our poor performance in Budapest. European competition has brought the best out of us in recent years, hopefully it will do so again. They will be full of confidence. They played out of their skins against us in Hungary. They defended very well and even though they didn't create too many chances, the goal at the end made all the difference. The Champions League is the best club competition there is and it would be disastrous if we weren't in it. - [13] NEW: 442 - Eric Cantona - Posted Monday, August 26, 2002 by redend: Cannot believe we missed this one before - Eric Cantona new biography from 442. Four Four Two - Eric Cantona Order http://www.rednews.co.uk/ama.php?id=0753506629 HERE and have it delivered to your door with a 20% discount its £7.99 + pp. (What's so funny about that Tank?) http://www.rednews.co.uk/ama.php?id=0753506629 Check http://www.rednews.co.uk to view the image which has been removed from plain text email version of news - [12] Ticket details - Charlton away - Posted Monday,
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [29] Fergie on Rio - Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2002 by db: He may make Friday - [28] FA deny decision has been made - Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2002 by db: FA spokesman Adrian Bevington The situation has not changed at all. We are waiting for the book to be published before making any decision. It would be pure guesswork to predict any possible ban and the newspapers which ran these stories were told that on Tuesday. The papers are getting ahead of themselves. - [27] David Meek on Keano and Fergie - Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2002 by db: From the official site For others, and you can include his manager in this, Roy Keanes book is yet another example of a player prepared to be totally honest and yes, in your face, with everything he does. Not for this Irishman the platitudes and blandness of many a footballers autobiography, he tells it as he sees it, and his ghost, Eamon Dunphy, is not one to steer him down the road of diplomacy either. But though Roy effectively swung the media spotlight away from David Beckhams metatarsal, thank heavens, United have also found themselves in the firing line for a fumbling start to the season in terms of their football... I expected to find the manager if not depressed and irritable at least worried and maybe withdrawn. I should have known better because when I spoke to him this week he was displaying the kind of energy and gusto you would associate with a young manager just starting out on his career. He explained that the secret of success is to relish and enjoy the challenge when things are going against you as much as when you are sweeping all before you. Or as he put it: The trick is to continue to love the game despite the inevitable set-backs. A team that does not enjoy playing is not going to succeed. When I talked to him he shrugged off the criticism and simply said: Losing in Budapest was a shock for us and naturally our critics and the Press had a field day. The players shouldnt be too surprised at that because though the media give them a lot of blarney when things are going well they dont hesitate to lay into them when they fall short. Theres nothing unusual in that because when you are the biggest it is something that goes with the territory and when you dont live up to expectations you can expect a rough ride. The way ahead of us is to make sure we live up to the standards we have set ourselves and that way we take ourselves out of the firing line. The Press wont change and it is up to us to toughen up and make the critics eat their words. I think we took an important step along the road to recovery after Zalaegerszeg when we won our opening Premiership match against West Bromwich Albion. I know we werent brilliant and we had to wait awhile for our 1-0 win but I never anticipated an easy match. The marvellous strike by Ole Solskjaer that won the game was worth waiting for and it was worthy of it being his hundredth for United. When he got the ball I was screaming for him to shoot, but he took his time, measured it and gave us three points. Thats the measure of a great striker and Ole certainly falls into that category. - [26] Nice one Ronny - Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2002 by db: Sam Allardyce Ronny Johnsen turned us down about six weeks ago. He felt he could get a better deal somewhere else. We obviously weren't that concerned about his injury problems, although it is always a concern. By the same token, if we get a Premiership player of first-team standard, we wouldn't always get the perfect option as it could prove too expensive. - [25] Gullit on Becks - Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2002 by db: Ruud Gullit Beckham needs to play on the right because that's the postion where he can do most damage. He is a right-winger not a central midfielder. Alex Ferguson has put him in the middle for United occasionally but that's not his strength. If you're his coach, you want to bring the best out of him and there isn't a player on the planet who can cross a ball like he can. Every player has to look for his own identity, to do what is best for him and the team. - [24] Gary Nev delays testimonial - Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2002 by db: Neville Neville Gary has been with the club since he was 10-years-old and signed
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [29] Fergie on Rio - Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2002 by db: He may make Friday - [28] FA deny decision has been made - Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2002 by db: FA spokesman Adrian Bevington The situation has not changed at all. We are waiting for the book to be published before making any decision. It would be pure guesswork to predict any possible ban and the newspapers which ran these stories were told that on Tuesday. The papers are getting ahead of themselves. - [27] David Meek on Keano and Fergie - Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2002 by db: From the official site For others, and you can include his manager in this, Roy Keanes book is yet another example of a player prepared to be totally honest and yes, in your face, with everything he does. Not for this Irishman the platitudes and blandness of many a footballers autobiography, he tells it as he sees it, and his ghost, Eamon Dunphy, is not one to steer him down the road of diplomacy either. But though Roy effectively swung the media spotlight away from David Beckhams metatarsal, thank heavens, United have also found themselves in the firing line for a fumbling start to the season in terms of their football... I expected to find the manager if not depressed and irritable at least worried and maybe withdrawn. I should have known better because when I spoke to him this week he was displaying the kind of energy and gusto you would associate with a young manager just starting out on his career. He explained that the secret of success is to relish and enjoy the challenge when things are going against you as much as when you are sweeping all before you. Or as he put it: The trick is to continue to love the game despite the inevitable set-backs. A team that does not enjoy playing is not going to succeed. When I talked to him he shrugged off the criticism and simply said: Losing in Budapest was a shock for us and naturally our critics and the Press had a field day. The players shouldnt be too surprised at that because though the media give them a lot of blarney when things are going well they dont hesitate to lay into them when they fall short. Theres nothing unusual in that because when you are the biggest it is something that goes with the territory and when you dont live up to expectations you can expect a rough ride. The way ahead of us is to make sure we live up to the standards we have set ourselves and that way we take ourselves out of the firing line. The Press wont change and it is up to us to toughen up and make the critics eat their words. I think we took an important step along the road to recovery after Zalaegerszeg when we won our opening Premiership match against West Bromwich Albion. I know we werent brilliant and we had to wait awhile for our 1-0 win but I never anticipated an easy match. The marvellous strike by Ole Solskjaer that won the game was worth waiting for and it was worthy of it being his hundredth for United. When he got the ball I was screaming for him to shoot, but he took his time, measured it and gave us three points. Thats the measure of a great striker and Ole certainly falls into that category. - [26] Nice one Ronny - Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2002 by db: Sam Allardyce Ronny Johnsen turned us down about six weeks ago. He felt he could get a better deal somewhere else. We obviously weren't that concerned about his injury problems, although it is always a concern. By the same token, if we get a Premiership player of first-team standard, we wouldn't always get the perfect option as it could prove too expensive. - [25] Gullit on Becks - Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2002 by db: Ruud Gullit Beckham needs to play on the right because that's the postion where he can do most damage. He is a right-winger not a central midfielder. Alex Ferguson has put him in the middle for United occasionally but that's not his strength. If you're his coach, you want to bring the best out of him and there isn't a player on the planet who can cross a ball like he can. Every player has to look for his own identity, to do what is best for him and the team. - [24] Gary Nev delays testimonial - Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2002 by db: Neville Neville Gary has been with the club since he was 10-years-old and signed
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [21] Escude latest - Posted Sunday, August 11, 2002 by tb: Apparently Rennes won't do a deal - [20] Roy: I've never been to the Priory - Posted Sunday, August 11, 2002 by tb: I've decided I don't want to go through it all any more. At the moment, it's me looking at myself. I don't want to go down the road of rage counsellingnot yet, anyway. There's been a lot of speculation because I live up by The Priory. I walk my dogs on a pathway past there. But United used a sports psychologist, Bill Beswick. He's not everybody's cup of tea but I really enjoy it. But it's no good getting to 32 and thinking, Now I'll drink water and eat salad'. It's too late. The horse has bolted. But there is fear there. I've had a knee problem, a hip problem. These things catch up with you if you are not doing the right things. I won't kid people by putting a halo over my headthey'd know better anyway. I am not teetotal. The pilot light is still on and I'm not saying I'll never have a night out again. But for the benefit of my family and my career, I try to live the good life. - [19] Roys rehab work - Posted Sunday, August 11, 2002 by tb: I had my right leg propped on a bar stool. Then my mobile rang. It was a newspaper reporter asking, How's it going? You're putting in the work, I hear'. The gaffer told the first team I was banned from their Christmas party, he said. Any player caught drinking with me would be fined two weeks wages. - [18] So that's what he said - Posted Sunday, August 11, 2002 by tb: Roy on Haaland We had a Saturday game, away to Leeds, and I was in no shape at all, he writes. I had the nightmare I deserved. Five minutes from time, I lunged at him in desperation. I knew it would mean a booking but it. As I slid in, my studs caught the turf and I heard my cruciate ligament snap. Some three years on, I still hadn't forgotten him, he writes. Now it was Man City at home, his new club, fighting relegation. I waited until five minutes from the end. I ing hit him hard. I think the ball was there. Take that, you '. I didn't even wait for the ref to show the red card. I turned and walked toward the dressing room. - [17] Roy on his refuelling habit - Posted Sunday, August 11, 2002 by tb: I was enjoying spectacular sessions. I wasn't found wanting in the drinking stakes and developed a routine that revolved around it. After a game on Saturday the team would gather at the Four Seasons Hotel where I was staying and the session would begin in an Irish bar called Mulligans. When the bar closed we would move on to a nightclubit was 4am or later before I got to bed. - [16] Roy on the Henrys incident - Posted Sunday, August 11, 2002 by tb: From his Autobiography: My only responsibility was some treatment with our physio to get me right for Saturday's FA Cup Final...then a session with the lads. After a few midday drinks in The Griffin, Keane was well on his way. I've eaten nothing, haven't had much sleep. I'm glowing, he said, reliving the day. Time to meet the rest of the lads. We'd arranged a night out to celebrate our win. Ryan Giggs and Nicky Butt are looking for victims' to wind up. Gary Neville is talking. Peter Schmeichel is posing and boring the a**e off people. Dwight Yorke is bubbling with humour and mischief, Teddy Sheringham is being cool. Quiet men like Dennis Irwin and Paul Scholes are coming out of their shells. We decide to move from Mulligan's Bar to Henry's, a smart bar. I'm talking to Ryan when a woman asks if we'll buy her a drink. We blank her but she persists, now backed up by another woman and a man. The guy asks, Aren't you going to buy the girls a drink, you w***er?' Most people in the public eye learn to handle strangers. I don't have those skills. And with drink taken, common sense isn't my strong suit. P*** off and leave us alone,' I said. Why don't you p*** off? Who the do you think you are?' says the woman. A glass flies, hitting me just below the eye. I lunge at the guy and all hell breaks loose. What follows is a blur. Police arrived, lights flashing. I'm in the back of a police van. I explained what happened at the police station but after nine hours on the tear I didn't make a convincing witness. They put me in a cell. My first thought was for Theresa
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [33] More Best good news - Posted Thursday, August 1, 2002 by db: Consultant physician Professor Roger Williams We are taking it day by day, but he's doing incredibly well - [32] Fergie - Ole will get his chance - Posted Thursday, August 1, 2002 by db: I am sure that Ole Gunnar will play more than he did last season. He is an important player and important for the team. After all, there has never been any doubt about his abilities - [31] More Giggs - Posted Thursday, August 1, 2002 by db: I have had a long summer to stew on what happened last season and just want to get on with the job in hand. I should be at my peak now. I am 28, have a lot of experience in the game and still retain my pace. When there is a setback at United, there is always a new and stronger desire to make up for it. Arsenal finished above us last season and deserved their title. But we made mistakes. We still believe that if we play to our best, we are the top team in the country. Unfortunately, we didn't do that enough in 2001-02. We have everything we need to win the title. I feel that if ourselves, Arsenal and Liverpool all play to our very best, we will come out the winners. We stood still while Arsenal and Liverpool got better and that's why they finished ahead of us. They could even get better again this season, so we are going to have to step it up. - [30] Schmeichel out for 6 weeks - Posted Thursday, August 1, 2002 by db: Kev Keegan Obviously you want all of your best players fit for the start of the season, but it could be a lot worse with Peter. It was a nothing incident that led to him getting injured, but these things happen and we will just let him recover. - [29] Giggs quotes in full - Posted Thursday, August 1, 2002 by db: There's always renewed determination when a team suffers a setback. When you're winning like we have been, you want to stay at the top. And when you don't, you're even more desperate to get back there. Last year Arsenal were above us, there was no doubting that. We know how important it is for us to get back to winning ways this season. And we've got everything. We have the quality, we know we have the hunger, it's just a case of proving it. And I think we will. Even though we're still in pre-season, our confidence is high. We know if we had performed last season we would have won the title. But we didn't and Arsenal, credit to them, deserved to win it. They deserved to win the FA Cup, too, but we're determined to reclaim the prizes. The talent we've got here is great. We look to improve every season and we've done that again with Rio Ferdinand, who was a major signing for us. Losing six games at home was terrible. We need to make sure we improve on that. A lot of mistakes were made in that spell before Christmas when we let stupid goals in. I think the fear factor is still there for other teams when they come to United. But we have to make sure we reinforce it, which we failed to do last season. Teams still come to Old Trafford expecting to get beaten. But we ended up failing to deliver. I've said before when you don't win things it's a long summer and this one was no exception. It was difficult, but you have to accept it and focus on getting back to business next season. I've got to stay fit to do that and I've managed to get on top of it in the last couple of seasons, especially the last. I hardly missed a game after Christmas so I just have to keep that going. Obviously I've got the experience. If you've still got the ability, the experience makes you a better player than when you were younger. I think they say 28, 29 is your peak, you've just got to go out there and do it. With Dwight Yorke having gone, we're a lot shorter than in previous years. We've always had four strikers but I've said before that I enjoy playing up there and I'm happy to do so. - [28] Birdman on the new kit - Posted Thursday, August 1, 2002 by db: New Shirt out today Be nice if it was just a plain red shirt rough as f_ck material Old FC badge on it .Sponsored by Holts' And maybe made by Admiral for old times sake. Could even get back to 1 - 11 shirt numbers. Be nice if they threw in a free 80/81 ish ball - white with the red stripey doodar Pickin' up me boots ...goin' back to my roots they're all pensioners from
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [15] Mr Grimsdale needs a dentist - Posted Sunday, July 21, 2002 by tb: As he's still saying things through gritted teeth: I'm not happy as a Leeds fan because I didn't want him to leave. But when your captain says he wants to leave you have to listen - and I think we've got the best price available. I'm satisfied today I've done the best job for Leeds United. If you invest £18million and get £30million you've done a good job - especially if the player says he doesn't want to play for you again. I didn't want to sell him but at the end of the day they're the only club who came in for him. £30million is a lot of money and when you get a club captain who says he doesn't want to play for you, you have to get on and strengthen the squad. If we can bring three or four in in the next few days we should not be disappointed. - [14] Mr Grimsdale happy with £30 Million - Posted Sunday, July 21, 2002 by ps: Speaking from his holiday home in the South of France where he negotiated the deal, the Leeds chairman said he was happy with a £12 million profit on the sale should it go through, but was less than happy at losing a player of Rio's class. He then went to play tennis. - [13] Leeds accept Ferdinand bid - Posted Sunday, July 21, 2002 by ps: The deadline passed, the talks went on. But thankfully a fee has finally been agreed. Believed to be around £30 million according to SKY News. More Later... - [12] High Noon it is then - Posted Sunday, July 21, 2002 by tb: Will Cuddly Pete get his man, will Mr Grimsdale be happy? We'll let you know as soon as we hear anything! - [11] Ruud agrees with Carlos - Posted Sunday, July 21, 2002 by tb: It was a great reception for Roy and we were delighted to see it. - [10] Carlos on Keano in Ireland - Posted Sunday, July 21, 2002 by tb: Our new number 2 says: Roy got a great reception but we never expected anything less He is our leader and our inspiration and I was very happy with the overall display. - [9] Keano's advisor to step in - Posted Sunday, July 21, 2002 by tb: Apparently Rio's Mum has lined up Michael Kennedy to help 'smooth things out'once (if)a deal has been been reached. Apparently SPS will also be giving round the clock protection (that'll be a big help!) - [8] That's original - Posted Sunday, July 21, 2002 by tb: Peter Lorimer: I think it would be very difficult for him to go back now. Already I have seen cars down at Elland Road with 'Judas' on them. The fans are not stupid (try and reconcile this with the previous sentence)and Rio himself has talked about going to a bigger and better club. Some people might agree that Manchester United are bigger, but the fans are asking if they are really better. If Rio was to stay at Elland Road, imagine what it would be like for him. If he made a mistake, people would say it was because his mind wasn't on the job or because he wanted to be at Manchester United. - [7] Remember Me? - Posted Sunday, July 21, 2002 by tb: O'Dreary has some advice for Rio (would you have believed it!) I know the agonies you are going through but you must have the character to handle it. Thanks for that. - [6] More Til moaning - Posted Sunday, July 21, 2002 by tb: Check out http://www.newsoftheworld.co.uk/sport/sport2.html this in the NOTW. Fair breaks your heart it does. - [5] Lazy hacks - Posted Sunday, July 21, 2002 by tb: Meanwhile the NOTW website has decided that they haven't had a Becks story for the last 5 minutes, and so have found some world cup photos of Rio and Becks in proximity of each other, and come up with the story that Becks has been bending Rio's ear about joining us. It used to be called Jackanory when I was a kid. - [4] Meanwhile the sheep get their wool in a knot - Posted Sunday, July 21, 2002 by tb: Supporters Club Chair Ray Fell (not the most popular flock member if some sheep forums are anything to go by): This isn't down to our relationship with Man U. It's a
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [27] Keano to get good reception - Posted Monday, July 15, 2002 by bar-knee: at Shelbourne on Saturday Shelbourne's chief executive Ollie Byrne I don't think there will be any problem at all. Roy will get a wonderful reception. Fans understand football, and these things happen. There's no point going back over what happened. Roy has to get on with his life and Mick McCarthy and the international team have to get on with theirs. The past is dead, so let's forget about it. It gives United a chance to let all their fans in Ireland see them and it will be a fun day. They have huge appeal in Ireland and so does Roy Keane. - [26] More Gilberto claims - Posted Monday, July 15, 2002 by bar-knee: Athletic Mineiro president Ricardo Guimaraes on Gilberto Silva. The only ones to make serious offers have been English clubs and the Turks from Fenerbahce. The best one we have had has come from Manchester United. - [25] Kenyon on our New Number 2 - Posted Monday, July 15, 2002 by bar-knee: What we have this time, which we didn't last year, is a bit of certainty. I think everybody, maybe including ourselves, under-estimated the impact of the situation at the start of last season. It was all about us having nine players whose contracts were running out, Roy Keane going, the manager going. That's all been sorted out, as well as the David Beckham situation. One of the major factors behind category as the others. Winning the championship again is a critical target. We want to do better in the FA Cup and there's that elusive Champions League again. That doesn't hold any fears for us. Last year all the focus was on Alex in his final season and winning it at Hampden. It didn't happen but this year the final is at Old Trafford and winning it there would be no less a feat, perhaps even more of one for our fans.our success has been that Alex has always had a good No 2, the best in the country. He had Archie Knox, then Brian Kidd and then Steve McClaren. We missed Steve,! certainly and there was disruption. But now we have Carlos and there's no doubt that Carlos is in the same mould - [24] Kenyon on Veron - Posted Monday, July 15, 2002 by bar-knee: When we brought Veron it wasn't about a one-season thing. Juan is a Manchester United player. There has been a huge amount of speculation about him, but none of it has come from us. It's ill-founded. We all know that it isn't easy to settle into English football, but nobody will tell me he isn't a world-class player, by any standards. Everybody saw what happened at Arsenal with Robert Pires, how difficult he found it in his first year and how well he played last season. I believe, absolutely, that Juan can make the same impact for us this year. - [23] Kenyon - improve at the back - Posted Monday, July 15, 2002 by bar-knee: We all accepted the defence, and in particular the centre of the defence, was the area we needed to strengthen. Getting the defence right was very much the priority. If you look at the size of our squad, it's not about having to bring in lots of players. It's about quality rather than quantity. We don't have to bring in five or six players, as Liverpool are talking about doing. The strength in depth is already there for us. We're only looking to bring in the players who will improve what we have. If you're looking to sign those world-class players, it always takes longer than if you're just bringing in a utility player. There is no panicking with us. It's about getting in the best players. We don't believe in buying players for one season or to get us over a short-term situation. It's about making sure we get players who are the right age and are going to continue to give us what we need for a few seasons, not just one campaign. - [22] Cuddly Pete on club finances - Posted Monday, July 15, 2002 by bar-knee: We're cash-rich and work on a well-resourced basis. That's helped us to do as well as we have over the past decade, on and off the pitch. But at a time like this, when money is tighter than it has been for a long time, that comes into its own. The transfer market is as tight as it has ever been. That's been driven by the biggest clubs in what have traditionally been the biggest-spending countries - Italy and Spain - not having the money they've had in the past. The
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [26] Rovers desperate to keep Duff - Posted Wednesday, July 10, 2002 by bar-knee: Rovers CE John Williams confirmed Damien can have a deal as short or as long as he wants. - [25] Kevin Moran on Duff - Posted Wednesday, July 10, 2002 by bar-knee: Duff would handle the Old Trafford stage without any problems whatsoever. He'd have no trouble taking that on board and the fans at United would absolutely love him. Reds supporters love the kind of a player he is. They like players who can excite them and when Damien Duff gets going he can excite. He had a brilliant World Cup. That kind of player is a rarity these days and in many ways that was something England didn't have in the World Cup. They didn't have a player who could get past the full backs and create something. There aren't many players in the Premiership who can do it. Ryan Giggs is one of the very few. He's getting better all the time and he's at a nice age. I don't know what United's situation is regarding how serious their interest in him is and whether that position is really a priority. I don't know what Sir Alex Ferguson's thinking regarding that area would be. But one thing I do know is that he's a great player and would be an asset to any team. He's making improvements to his game but it is like with any winger you are looking at consistency. That goes hand in hand with wingers. Do you get it week in, week out or not? Towards the latter end of the season he was doing it regularly and he was one of the main reasons Blackburn did so well in that period. But he's a learner and it could develop into another string to his bow and that would certainly make him even better value. - [24] Irwin on life away from United - Posted Wednesday, July 10, 2002 by bar-knee: After 12 years walking in there and seeing them all pre-season year-in, year-out, it will be strange. But don't forget I have been at other clubs before United and while you're going to miss the players and the facilities and being on my doorstep, I want to play for another year. I feel fit enough and hopefully I can get myself sorted out. As for me continuing in the Premiership, we'll see what happens - [23] Irwin looks for new club - Posted Wednesday, July 10, 2002 by bar-knee: I'm still working on it and it will have to be done in the next week or so because teams are going back to pre-season training now. If I'm going to join a team, I would rather be in there from the start so hopefully something will come up in the next week. I think the ITV money situation has caused a lot of clubs to sit back, hold tight and see what happens. It's just beginning to roll a bit now and we're seeing one or two players are moving so hopefully that will set the ball rolling. - [22] Never too big for our boots - Posted Wednesday, July 10, 2002 by bar-knee: From yesterday's Daily Mail 'Concern is growing among Premier League clubs about the power wielded off the pitch by Manchester United and their arrogant attitude during debates affecting the future of all teams in the division. This came to a head at the summer meeting of the Premiership during negotiations about the academies. What really infuriated United's rivals was their assertion that young players from all over the country - rather than those within the currently permitted travelling distance from Manchester - would benefit from working with the Old Trafford coaches.' - [21] Goalie completes move - Posted Wednesday, July 10, 2002 by bar-knee: QPR finally bag Nick Culkin on a free transfer in a three-year deal. - [20] Naughty Blanc - Posted Wednesday, July 10, 2002 by bar-knee: Teamtalk report that Blanc or Blanc has been fined £300 by Trafford magistrates for a speeding offence back in January. They say that he was caught doing 59 miles per hour in a 30 mile zone on Chester Road - he also got 4 points, more than city will get by January next year (that's our joke by the way. boom boom as Basil Brush might say if he'd not had that nasty hunt incident). - [19] Duff gossip - Posted Wednesday, July 10, 2002 by bar-knee: This just sent
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [34] More tributes for Wood - Posted Tuesday, July 9, 2002 by bar-knee: Wilf McGuinness in the MEN We were going for the double that year and certainly favourites to beat Villa in the FA Cup final. But all that changed when Ray was flattened by McParland in the first half. I dont think there has ever quite been a foul like that in an FA Cup final. Ray had the ball in his hands but McParland chased him for 10 yards and then hit him with a flying head-butt. That was the only time I ever saw Duncan Edwards angry on a football pitch. He came racing over with his eyes blazing but managed to control himself. It was obvious straight off that Ray was badly injured. It was reported after the match that he had fractured his cheekbone but I think his jaw was also broken by that challenge from McParland. The medical staff walked Ray around behind the stands trying to get him to come to his senses but it was obvious that he couldnt continue in goal. We didnt have substitutes in those days so Jackie Blanchflower had to go in goal. Ray came back in the second half and played up front ! for a while just to make up the numbers which says a lot about his bravery. But he was in great pain and he had to be brought off again and, with ten men, we couldnt hold out an Villa beat us. Ray was a very competent goalkeeper who went on to play for England but it is fair to say that he wasnt considered one of the bright lights in the team which became famous as the Busby Babes. I will never forget his performance in a European Cup tie against Borussia Dortmund in the mid-50s. We had drawn 3-3 against them at Maine Road and they must have thought they were through to the next round with the home leg to come. However, Ray stopped everything that came his way in the second match in Dortmund. He was absolutely brilliant and it was his performance more than anything else which got us a 0-0 draw and a place in the next round. He was a bit unfortunate in his spell at Old Trafford in that there was a lot of clamour for the club to go out and buy Harry Gregg from Doncaster Rovers who everyone was raving about. Harry did eventually arrive and Ray hardly got a look-in at first-team level after that and eventually left not long after the Munich disaster. - [33] David Sadler on Ray Wood - Posted Tuesday, July 9, 2002 by bar-knee: I got to know Ray reasonably well. He was a quiet, undemonstrative man but very interesting to listen to. He had some heart problems back in the 80s and underwent by-pass surgery but he was captain of his local golf club in Bexhill and was in good health right up his heart attack last weekend. - [32] Nesta paradox - Posted Tuesday, July 9, 2002 by bar-knee: Lazio's Sergio Cragnotti Nesta will probably be an Inter player before Friday - [31] Blackburn angry over Duff talk - Posted Tuesday, July 9, 2002 by bar-knee: Rovers Chief executive John Williams All the stories of hurriedly arranged talks and ultimatums are absolute nonsense and very disappointing to say the least That is not how we work and, thankfully, Damien is well aware of that. We spoke to Damien weeks and weeks ago, long before the World Cup in fact. And agreed to resume the discussions after the summer holiday. - [30] Souness gets serious - Posted Tuesday, July 9, 2002 by bar-knee: From the Terrace reports that Sourness is stalling on signing on a contract extension until he finds out if his board will sell Duff or not. - [29] Ronaldinho denies United talk - Posted Tuesday, July 9, 2002 by bar-knee: I was never contacted by these clubs (us and Barca) - [28] Have a word in his ear Wes - Posted Tuesday, July 9, 2002 by bar-knee: Agent Brown at work? Rio is on holiday in Las Vegas with Wes Brown and Ashley Cole. - [27] Nesta hint? - Posted Tuesday, July 9, 2002 by bar-knee: Lazio coach Roberto Mancini It's true that there are too many players on our roster - [26] Bournemouth ticket details - Posted Tuesday, July 9, 2002 by bar-knee: Bournemouth v A Select Manchester United XI Dean Court, Saturday 27 July, kick off 3pm Tickets go on general sale on Thursday July 11 and are limited
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [15] carrington busy - Posted Monday, July 8, 2002 by bar-knee: We knew that Ruud was starting pre-season training early to work on his fitness levels, teamtalk reports that Keane started last week and many of the squad (WC players excepted) return today. All return by July 20. - [14] Red News summer offer - Posted Monday, July 8, 2002 by bar-knee: Red News published 9 issues last season, of which we have limited stocks of 8 still available. As a special offer you can purchase ALL eight issues together with a FREE copy of Red News' book celebrating the Nou Camp triumph in 1999 - European Glory - all for the bargain price of just £13.50 including postage and packing. This is a must have offer so go on! 8 issues + book for £13.50 inc pp in the UK 8 issues + book for £16 inc pp in Europe and rest of the world. Send your order by cheque, made payable to Red News, to Red News, P.O.Box 176, Manchester, M16 8LG or you can now order by credit card. click on - [13] Order your Red News online - Posted Monday, July 8, 2002 by bar-knee: Thanks to our new link with the safe, simple to use and world wide massively known paypal you can now order your 10 issue subscription to Red News the fanzine via credit card payment, ordering online from wherever you live in the world, getting the mag to your door. To order the 10 issue sub to be sent to a UK address click on To order the 10 issue sub to be sent to an address in the rest of the world click on And those philanthropists out there can help with our costs by making an online donation via paypal. Doesn't matter how small the amount is, every bit helps with the costs of the site - thanks. click on. - [12] cuddly Pete denies Veron move quotes - Posted Monday, July 8, 2002 by bar-knee: The quotes are total fiction. I haven't spoken to anyone in Italy and I don't know where the quotes have come from. - [11] Villa in for Yorke - Posted Monday, July 8, 2002 by bar-knee: If fee drops apparently. - [10] More Rio hints - Posted Monday, July 8, 2002 by bar-knee: Roberto Ayala I know that Leeds have made an offer for me and I would very much like to play in England. It's a league I really like, and there are lots of good players. I am very comfortable in Valencia but it is up to the board members to decide if they want to keep me Rio out, Ayala in for the sheep? - [9] Rio moves - Posted Monday, July 8, 2002 by bar-knee: Although El Til has made keeping Rio one of his priorities at the start Ridsdale is meeting Pini Zahavi, Ferdinands agent this week for 'talks'. - [8] El Til on Leeds offer - Posted Monday, July 8, 2002 by bar-knee: It has all happened so quickly. I had a call from Leeds at my home in Spain last Friday night when I was told they wanted to meet me. They came out to see me on Saturday when I met the chairman. We had two hours of talks and it was agreed I would become manager of Leeds United. I had to wait until this morning for an announcement confirming the appointment to be made official through the London Stock Exchange. The whole business had been conducted like a whirlwind. It was irresistible. That's how it has seemed to me. I can hardly believe it has been finalised so quickly. If people are surprised about it then no more than myself. I simply didn't anticipate this outcome. I honestly felt I'd had enough of it all after Middlesbrough and that is why I was concentrating more and more on other aspects of my life. I loved television and my relationship with ITV has been fantastic. Without their help there is no way this could have been achieved. - [7] More Thuram talk - Posted Monday, July 8, 2002 by bar-knee: His agent Fabio Parisi, The possibility of Thuram going to Milan is very small. Juventus only bought him last year and they are yet to purchase any highly talented defenders for this season. Therefore, they will not give up a champion defender like Lilian. If Lilian was to leave, the most likely destination will be Manchester United, if Rio Ferdinand does not arrive first that is. - [6] Transfer delay
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [17] We could have told you that for nothing - Posted Sunday, July 7, 2002 by tb: Football League Chief David Burns: The experience of the Football League two years ago with pay-per-view [on Sky] and last year with ITV Digital is that Football League games do not lend themselves to pay-per-view within the current model. Note that the Premier League PPV figure aren't being released either. If they'd have been a success, Sky would have been bragging until the (cash) cows come home. - [16] Help a good cause - Posted Sunday, July 7, 2002 by tb: A top Red and occasional RN contributor is taking part in a sponsored charity bike ride to the Eiffel Tower, Paris starting on 24 July and lasting for four days. That's 285 miles at an average of 70 miles a day! Sore arse guaranteed. It's in aid of a charity called Action Research, which funds medical research into a load of conditions such as premature birth. One in 30 babies born has some kind of medical problem to contend with. And one in ten of the general population has a disability which seriously affects their lives. Action Research supports top class medical research projects which have a very real chance of making a difference to the lives of men, women and children everywhere. End of spiel! It's a good cause and a great challenge for a mid-thirties, prematurely grey, overweight Manchester United fanatic to undertake.He's to raise a minimum of a grand and is half-way there at the moment. If any Reds can help, he would be grateful to receive any donations, payable to Action Research (check out their website for authentication purposes - www.actionresearch.co.uk) to Brendan O'Toole at: The Old Bakery Albion Road New Mills High Peak Derbyshire SK22 3EX - [15] A Red News summer offer - Posted Sunday, July 7, 2002 by tb: Red News published 9 issues last season, of which we have limited stocks of 8 still available. As a special offer you can purchase ALL eight issues together with a FREE copy of Red News' book celebrating the Nou Camp triumph in 1999 - European Glory - all for the bargain price of just £13.50 including postage and packing. This is a must have offer so go on! 8 issues + book for £13.50 inc pp in the UK 8 issues + book for £16 inc pp in Europe and rest of the world. Send your order by cheque, made payable to Red News, to Red News, P.O.Box 176, Manchester, M16 8LG or you can now order by credit card. click on - [14] Order your Red News online - Posted Sunday, July 7, 2002 by tb: Thanks to our new link with the safe, simple to use and world wide massively known paypal you can now order your 10 issue subscription to Red News the fanzine via credit card payment, ordering online from wherever you live in the world, getting the mag to your door. To order the 10 issue sub to be sent to a UK address click on To order the 10 issue sub to be sent to an address in the rest of the world click on And those philanthropists out there can help with our costs by making an online donation via paypal. Doesn't matter how small the amount is, every bit helps with the costs of the site - thanks. click on. - [13] O'Deary misses his babies - Posted Sunday, July 7, 2002 by tb: I have some unfinished business at Leeds, and my dream is that I can go back to Elland Road as manager one day. If that sounds crazy, then people don't understand just how much Leeds meant - and still means - to me. I haven't said goodbye to the Leeds fans because I hope, under different circumstances, I'll come back. My time there was fantastic, an incredible adventure, a real rollercoaster ride. I have been hurt by my sacking, of course I have. I'm a manager, someone with deep-rooted football instincts who loves the game and I've been professionally wounded. My pride has taken a knock. Getting the sack from the job you love is never easy, especially if you have never been given the bullet before. And I've been stung too, by the suggestions that dressing room unrest was behind my sacking. I had a good relationship with the players, but any manager will tell you when you are trying to improve a squad you'll always fall out with people who aren't in the team. Some can be sour but others are fine. - [12] Veron rumours prt 98756976 - Posted Sunday, July 7, 2002 by tb: Claudio
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [6] Denis puts the case for the defence - Posted Saturday, July 6, 2002 by tb: Mr Benn: They need a player or two to improve the team and these are the types of players you need, the likes of Roberto Carlos and they have been heavily linked with Rio Ferdinand. They will obviously have to strengthen at the back - Ronny Johnsen has gone and I've gone, Laurent Blanc has signed for another year but they will still need one or two others there to strengthen that area - [5] Fergie on Larry - Posted Saturday, July 6, 2002 by tb: I'm very pleased that Laurent decided to stay on. I was watching the video of our Arsenal game in the second last match of the season and he was up and down that pitch. It was incredible. Laurent only had two rests from November against Derby and Ipswich and he had 'flu in another. I thought there would have been more opportunities to say to him 'do you want a break?' However, he wants to play all the time. And it will be the same again this season, no doubt. That is the admirable part about it. Laurent has been phenomenal. The respect he's got in the dressing room is immense. His reading of the game and his composure and control of situations when you are under the cosh and the way he brings the ball into midfield is marvellous. He brings a calm to it. I am just sorry I didn't sign him eight years ago when I first had the chance. He didn't take any persuading to stay on. It was one of those situations where he said he was going to retire and he changed his mind. He's changed his mind because he's enjoyed it. - [4] Another big time charlie - Posted Saturday, July 6, 2002 by tb: A RN operative was at a company do at a sw@nky hotel/golf course near Chester yesterday, when a brand new Aston Martin DB7 rolls up, parks outside the front entrance (on double yellows) and who should limp out but St Michael of Ewloe. Hotel flunkies don't blink an eye lid, so obviously a regular occurance. Our man was too busy, to try and set the alarm off on the motor and hence sort that hamstring out once and for all. - [3] Fergie sounds the battle cry - Posted Saturday, July 6, 2002 by tb: You have to say the only thing to worry about, with the ability we have here, is desire. Are the players hungry enough? Do they have that desire? I'm confident we will see that question positively answered next season. The disappointment of winning nothing will have a positive effect. This has been the first time in 10 years we have finished outside the top two. Maybe it'll be the kick up the backside we needed because I'm certainly not accepting it. We're going to have to do something about it, - [2] O'Neill doesn't fancy sheep farming - Posted Saturday, July 6, 2002 by tb: I've always said it's my intention to see out my contract at Celtic and nothing has changed. There's been no approach from Leeds United and I want to see through the remainder of my deal. I was shocked when Iheard David O'Leary had been sacked but these things happen in football. There are only a few managers in the game who are unsackable, like Arsene Wenger and Alex Ferguson, and I'm not one of them. I know I can be sacked at any time, but if Celtic don't sack me I intend to see out my contract. I can't really understand all the fuss that has been generated around me and Leeds. - [1] Arse also in for Rio? - Posted Saturday, July 6, 2002 by tb: According to reports this morning, one (!) of Rio's advisors claim Wenger wants to give Rio a woggle. Apparently he has a clause in his contract allowing him to leave for an offer over £22 million after the second year of his contract. Sounds like the race is hotting up. -- This email has been filtered for swear words which cause some email systems to block messages. --
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [26] Blanc confirms - Posted Wednesday, July 3, 2002 by redend: Blanc has confirmed what we told you, exclusively, months ago - that he will stay for another year. He has now put pen to paper amd signed a one year contract. Don't suppose the official site will give us credit for this after they take the p1ss out of press rumours etc. Nobody gives you more exclusives than RED NEWS (the huge red head of this upstanding organ is throbbing at this point) - for example remember we were first with the biggest story in years - that Fergie was leaving because the board wouldn't give him a new role/contract and then the campaign to keep him which ended in a new role been offered and eventually him staying on as manager. How the Blanc story developed: 28 March He states that there would be no U-turns and he was defineitely leaving. [16] Blanc definitely to call it a day Thursday, March 28, 2002 There is nothing to make me change my mind. I will definitely retire at the end of the season, I have been a professional for nearly 20 years and that is long enough. I will miss everything about the game, but more than anything being involved in big matches. I have won World Cup and European Championship medals, but I have never won a medal at club level and it would be wonderful to round off my career by winning two medals with Manchester United. Pretty conclusive that? April 3 - Only days later RED NEWS was first to report a possible U-turn: [21] Larry White hesitates Wednesday, April 3, 2002 Blanc was asked after the game if these kind of nights could make him change his mind about retiring in May. A clearly hesitating Blanc : I always take pleasure from the pitch and I will have to take pleasure till the very end. This can make me think about it a little more of course, but as far as I am concerned, my decision is taken. The first signs of a possible u-turn? Marc B April 16 [25] Blanc hope? Tuesday, April 16, 2002 his agent Oscar Damiani hints he might stay on for a year if United offer a deal. May 31st RED NEWS was first to confirm it would happen: [41] Exclusive: Blanc Staying Friday, May 31, 2002 Our Carrington snout tells us Larry is staying - well at least if he's not then he's left all his gear in his locker at Carrington. [45] RN exclusive - Blanc to stay Friday, May 31, 2002 You read it here first. Following earlier rumours on the site we have it from a source VERY close to Blanc that a one year deal will be signed and has been agreed. Watch this space. - [25] Important message for Mr Kenyon. - Posted Wednesday, July 3, 2002 by redend: RED NEWS has the solution to get Peter Kenyon off the uncomfortable horns of his dilemma - Paddy please pass this important message on. PROBLEM: Mr Grimsdale will not part with his Rio for less than 30-35 mill - innit. Our Mr Kenco - he no want to spend this much. BIG PROBLEM? NO, READ ON. SOLUTION: Get some Irish millionaires together (there are loads knocking around nowadays) - preferably with a horse racing connection - and preferably with no connection to MU PLC. At least no connection that would stand up in a court of law. Give aforementioned Irish milionaires a name made up from the following words : Cubic Mountbarrow Coolmore Mafia Partners Expression Lansdowne Investment RED NEWS. Or CMCMPELIRN for short - an anagram of which is MC PLC Miner strangely enough. Starting to make sense now? OK Peter (Kenyon not Grimsdale) get MC PLC Miner to buy up 51% of Lids through various investment vehicles. This should cost about 10 million quid. Then remove Lids PLC's entire management and install lackeys. Next send Rio plus Kewell and Bowyer [what?] on £1 transfers to any club within a 100 mile radius who have more supporters, play in red, and have the initials MUFC. Now sell Bowyer, because he is scum, back to Lids for £10 million plus £3. Liquidate your assets at Leeds. Don't be greedy - give proceeds to local (Yarkshire) charity for rehabilitation of abused sheep. Jobs a good 'un. Rio plus Kewell for £0 and Leeds up sh1t creek, abused sheep sorted, good PR into the bargain. Its a plan. PS. MC PLC Miner? - perhaps city could be next target? They could only be worth a quarter of a Ferdinand at most? [Thank you to tw@tengine for sending this plan] - [24] Blomqvist future unknown - Posted Wednesday, July 3, 2002 by bar-knee: after being released by Everton I would prefer to play in England but haven't ruled out playing for a Swedish club -
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [15] Renewal Problems - Posted Thursday, June 27, 2002 by Farrell: This from Red News Reader Sean: I got a call from United yesterday asking if I was renewing my season ticket. Apparently they had no record of my app which I sent in May!!. The woman who phoned told me they don't usually phone people who haven't renewed but that this year there were many more than previous years who had not renewed. She also said that they had been unable to contact many people because they had old work numbers as contact numbers and also because some were ex-directory. The point is, if they can't get hold of the people by next week, their tickets will lapse. - [14] The Plot Thickens - Posted Thursday, June 27, 2002 by Farrell: In a statement from David Walker, Leeds communications director, said The statement says that David O'Leary has left the company and I can confirm that he was sacked - [13] Chapman: Matter Of Principle - Posted Thursday, June 27, 2002 by Farrell: The rumour was he was going to be given the first six games. I'm quite surprised it's happened in the close season because I thought this action would be taken then. I know the board and Leeds fans, considering the huge amount he's spent, they expect success and that means a trophy - and he hasn't brought a trophy. He brought a team to the point of winning but it seems the board felt he wasn't going to make that little extra step and that's why he's gone now. The Leeds board are in the situation where they have to sell. A lot of money has been spent without a lot to show for it. I know David would be dead against selling Rio, but the board have got to be businessmen. David might have said as a matter of principle 'if Rio goes, I go as well'. Chapman added: If you get the full story, David is a man of principle, and he would argue that they have to keep the team intact. But the board will say 'we can't, we have to balance the books' especially with missing out on the Champions League. Like any professional footballers I think the Leeds players will be surprised at the timing, but if the trophy wasn't looking like coming they knew the pressure would be on David next season. The players will understand it and they will know they are under pressure too to impress the new manager. - [12] Lorimer Reckons Rio's The Cause - Posted Thursday, June 27, 2002 by Farrell: We've seen the constant speculation branded about various different players and I'm sure the whole thing's linked together. The manager has probably spoken to the board about who will be staying and going and they might not have agreed and they have decided that the best thing to do is let David go and bring in someone else. He continued: He has been successful to a certain degree. He has brought some good players through since taking over in 1998 and he started very well. Everything was good and he got them to the semi-final of the Champions League, but he has failed to that in the last two years. The club did invest very heavily and maybe this is what the club were unsettled by. - [11] More Sheep Pen Activity - Posted Thursday, June 27, 2002 by Farrell: Dont worry not that sort we wouldnt publish anything like that. The first names being linked with replacing O'Leary are Guus Hiddink and Ruud Gullit as well as Martin O'Neil again. After four trophyless years at Elland Road, one strong outsider looks like being a Midwife from the local maternity ward because they are good at getting babies to deliver. I'll get me coat... - [10] And On This Side Of The Pennines - Posted Thursday, June 27, 2002 by Farrell: As the Divs just add to this afternoons amusement: ciddy are claiming they have done nothing wrong in there purchase of former Newcastle defender Sylvain Distin but the Barcodes are furious because they insist that they had first option on Distin. The bitters could be in big, nay, Massive trouble should the Football League rule that they did make an illegal approach on the defender. David Bernstein stated If there is an issue, it is without foundation, - [9] Rio Speaks First - Posted Thursday, June 27, 2002 by Farrell: It's a massive shock, and I'm disappointed to see this happen. He's been with the club through good and bad. He paid a lot
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [19] Wallwork Albion bound - Posted Wednesday, June 26, 2002 by bar-knee: Wallwork's agent Neil Sillett Albion have sold the club to Ronnie and he is keen to play for Albion. West Brom's interest is advanced and we are happy with what they have to offer. The Albion manager Gary Megson has maintained his interest for a long time. There has been interest from Birmingham. But we felt duty bound to give Gary the chance to sign Ronnie. It is possible he could earn more money elsewhere, but he wants to play for Albion. - [18] Two defenders in? - Posted Wednesday, June 26, 2002 by bar-knee: A few reports link us with Gareth Southgate - although he too fails the under 28 cuddly Peter test. - [17] Contracts expire - Posted Wednesday, June 26, 2002 by bar-knee: Teamtalk reports that July 1st is the date with which all Unite contracts end and start so Blanc will have to confirm his decision (presumably to stay for a year) by then and Denis Irwin will probably tie up a new club as well. - [16] Frank Worhtingon on Becks - Posted Wednesday, June 26, 2002 by bar-knee: United had Best. What a genius he was and now this fellow Beckham has come along with his own brand of skill. Who is to say what he can achieve? He is a superb talent. What a pity he went to the Far East after breaking a bone in his foot. It meant we never saw a lad at his brilliant best. He is a wonderful player but he was clearly not at his most effective. Had he been, things could have been so different for England. Nevertheless, he still did everything asked of him and gave nothing less than 100 per cent. This is the sign of a great player I have total admiration for Beckham and the way he plays the game. He did well to even make the trip bearing in mind the time he was out. Beckham will have more chances at this level - he has so much going for him. Captaining England clearly means so much to him. He is a great role model for youngsters in the game and is a first-class professional. I like the way he plays - he makes things happen. Rio came into his own during the World ! Cup. There were touches of the great Bobby Moore at times - Rio was superb throughout and the future is clearly bright. - [15] Two week delay? - Posted Wednesday, June 26, 2002 by bar-knee: Rio's gone on a two week break, so a delay to any deal of that time, most of Utd's main men also away during that time. - [14] Stepney has pop at Barthez - Posted Wednesday, June 26, 2002 by bar-knee: Fabien has won ! the World Cup and the European Championship, he is a fantastic goalkeeper but when you come under pressure for defensive mistakes, and letting in goals, someone has got to come out and show their authority and I don't think Fabien did last season. I don't think you will change him in that respect. You need someone else to be there and fortunately enough that is what happened, Gary Neville came in and played centre-back and he is a natural organiser and United went on that fantastic run - [13] More from Stam - Posted Wednesday, June 26, 2002 by bar-knee: Perhaps it's inevitable that Leeds will be linked with defenders if they sell Rio Ferdinand, but I have no intention of being his replacement. - [12] Massive spending spree over - Posted Wednesday, June 26, 2002 by bar-knee: Wor Keegan: We will not be making any signings unless something unbelievable jumps up. We have got what we want and we have got it before I go on holiday which is great. The deal to bring Marc Vivien Foe here looked at one stage that it might string out a little longer. I had a wish list and I have got everyone who I wanted. You can't ask for more than that. - [11] Fergie's two new horses - Posted Wednesday, June 26, 2002 by bar-knee: Thanks ti Brian for this '... watching a programme on Irish TV last night about trainer Aidan O'Brien, he who trains Fergies Rock Of Gibraltar. Fergies was waxing lyrical about what a great man and great trainer he is, and then says yeah I have great hopes for my 2 new horses, Van Nistelrooy and Solksjaer O'Brien then said I think the reason he hasn't called one after Roy Keane is that he hasn't found a horse
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [30] Becks praises England fans - Posted Sunday, June 23, 2002 by bar-knee: The fans have been absolutely magnificent from the minute we arrived in Japan and we will never forget the support they have given us during this World Cup. Wherever we have travelled, they have been with us and we would also like to thank Japan as a nation for the way they have supported us. It has felt as if we have almost been the home team and it has been fantastic to walk out to every game and see the stadium filled with the red and white of England. Now they have turned out in many numbers to say farewell to us and once again I can only say thank you and they are big reason why many of us will be coming back here. - [29] Vieri wants Nesta - Posted Sunday, June 23, 2002 by bar-knee: Christian Vieri If Inter want to win next season, we need Nesta. I'm just a player and not a director but if Inter want to win next season, we still need a final purchase. We need Alessandro Nesta, he would perfectly complete our team. I'm still angry about the end of the season. That's obvious considering how things went on that last day. The club must sign only great players. Inter must imitate Real, they buy only great stars like Luis Figo and Zinedine Zidane. Of course, choosing the players for the new season is not my job. But the players we take must be very, very strong. - [28] Cantona knocks French coach - Posted Sunday, June 23, 2002 by bar-knee: I hope he did not pick the squad because of Adidas. He was too feverish to make the right changes. He should have lined up two creative midfielders on the wings and played 4-4-2 instead of sticking to his 4-2-3-1. But he preferred to stick to the same tactical scheme. - [27] Ronaldo praises Rio - Posted Sunday, June 23, 2002 by bar-knee: He's not like any other English centre-back. My job is to get past people and score goals but he was in control against me. He's good also with the ball at his feet. I think he was the best centre-back in the tournament. - [26] Sven on taking Becks to the World Cup - Posted Sunday, June 23, 2002 by bar-knee: I would not change anything at all. I would gamble just the same. I would do exactly the same thing because you don't have a second David Beckham, you don't have a second Steven Gerrard and you don't have another player like Kieron Dyer with his sort of ability. No, no, no. When you go to the World Cup you must take your best players with you if you want to have a good chance to win it. Look at France. Take away Zinedine Zidane and you see the difference. It is the same with us without David Beckham. Of course, I had to gamble. Yes, David can play better football but, considering he has been away injured for several weeks, I think he did very well. I'm actually very happy with what he did. He tried very hard all the time but you can't expect a player to be 100 per cent fit when he has been out for such a long time. - [25] Sven on Becks - Posted Sunday, June 23, 2002 by bar-knee: Beckham can play better than he did in this tournament but, considering he has been away for eight weeks, you cannot expect him to be 100 per cent fit. - [24] More transfer rumours - Posted Sunday, June 23, 2002 by bar-knee: about Senegal's Papa Bouba Diop Diop's agent Nicolas Geiger Lens and I have a fax from United informing us officially that the English club are interested in Bouba (right). For the moment Bouba cannot yet play in England as he hasn't played a sufficient number of games for Senegal to get a work permit. So he won't have a chance to play in England before January. - [23] Butt does the business - Posted Sunday, June 23, 2002 by bar-knee: United considering upping his contract according to the NOW - [22] Becks on his fitness - Posted Sunday, June 23, 2002 by bar-knee: In my mind, I was fit and in the manager's mind, I was fit. But to come into a such competition having had eight weeks off was hard. By the end, I felt I was close to my full fitness - yet I am not making excuses. - [21] More Ridsdale denials - Posted Sunday,
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [17] I think the term is salt, wound and rub - Posted Saturday, June 22, 2002 by bar-knee: Nayim I feel only sympathy for Seaman. It was a great goal but he is one of the greatest goalkeepers in the world. He has a lot of experience and it is sad to see this happen. I know he is quite old now and that it is probably the end of his international career. And I'm sure that this is not the way that he would have wanted to bow out. - [16] Gary Nev reflects - Posted Saturday, June 22, 2002 by bar-knee: You have to take it by the scruff of the neck sometimes and try to throw more bodies forward, try and affect them and hurt them in the last 20 minutes of the game. But when they went to 10 men we seemed to let the game drift on and on. We didn't seem to commit bodies. We should have been going for it at the endand throwing bodies into the box and throwing the ball in the box. Sometimes it's easy to say that, but I just thought we could have committedmore men forward especially after the sending off - [15] Becks reflects - Posted Saturday, June 22, 2002 by bar-knee: We didn't take advantage of the situation as we should have done. But that's the way things go. We're all proud of ourselves and as a captain I'm proud of the team. This is a very young team and it's come a long way in a short space of time. Technically, Brazilians have always been brilliant - that's been proved over so many years. But I feel every player in this team is comfortable on the ball just like every one of their players. It just wasn't our day. The plus points are that we were in a quarter-final of a World Cup where people said we would go out in the first round - that we wouldn't even get through the Group of Death. We're a young team. We'll come back from this. Of course, there's disappointment - everyone of us is disappointed. But me as a captain and Mr. Eriksson as a manager, we're all proud of the whole 23 players - not just the 11 who were out there. It's been a squad thing all the way through this tournament until the final whistle. Have to say Becks' behaviour at the final whistle was Captain Marvel like - praising Carlos and trying to gee up the spirits of Seaman and co. And just why are the Brazilians such an attraction to the girls? because they can lob Seaman from 30 yards. - [14] ABUs victory - Posted Saturday, June 22, 2002 by bar-knee: And again for those interested - the ABU public had its way and voted out (evocted in Big Brother speak) the United fan Spencer from the house. And that's the last we'll hear of the subject. - [13] We might as well ask him to play - Posted Saturday, June 22, 2002 by bar-knee: For the Red News 5 a side team as Tony Blair seems to want to involve himself in anything and everything to aid his PR. Apparently he's devestated by the England defeat. - [12] Irony in the gloom - Posted Saturday, June 22, 2002 by bar-knee: David Seaman has issued a public apology for his mistake - saying sorry to the 'people'. His right of course but this is the same David Seaman who has been criticised left, right and cnetre by the fourth estate covering the event in Japan as he's not done ont interview for the media. Rumours that it was due to a lucrative diary to be published after the World Cup is over were rife and as we told you in RN a while back, Seaman has a supposed famous saying when the press ask him for quote: You get nowt for owt. Apparently that might be Yorkie speak for show me da money. - [11] An American Red Perspective - Posted Saturday, June 22, 2002 by bar-knee: I burned the midnight oil (literally) to watch England-Brazil on ESPN. Watching the Cup on American tv is quite an adventure, as the commentary is amusing for how elemental it is. Notable in this particular broadcast was the incessant sniping of Tommy Gobshite Smyth, who is excellent at pointing out how poorly England play but is equally adept at overlooking quality football. Smyth also often broadcasts the Champions League games on ESPN and is notoriously ABU. This was true again today, as he aimed the blame for Rivaldo's goal squarely at Our David. You can blame that one on Beckham. Jumping out of the way of that collision led directly to Ronaldhino's run. Certainly Becks would
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [25] More from Mick McCarthy - Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2002 by bar-knee: It's not a subject (Keane) I am willing to discuss at the moment. The opportunity was there for him to play here, and he chose not to. I'll consider it when I get home. Our performance against Spain was as good as we have ever given. I'm claiming a moral victory, not a defeat. Let's not forget we were playing a side with the potential to win the tournament. I look at it now and wonder what we might have achieved if we had got through. I believe we could have won it. We've played as well as anybody here. - [24] Scholes on beating Brazil - Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2002 by bar-knee: You never know. We have done well to get where we are now. It's a big, big test and if we get through that you never know. Beating Argentina has definitely given us confidence to go on. There are a few on their list who can just change a game in an instant. It's not just three to watch, there's 11 of them really. Obviously they've got great players and I don't think we can afford to think about them so much, just concentrate on our game. Belgium did look quite dangerous. Hopefully we can do as well as Belgium and maybe get the goal that they deserve. It did give us a bit of hope. They do leave quite a bit of space at the back and hopefully we have the players that can cause them problems. - [23] Scholes on working with Nicky Butt - Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2002 by bar-knee: It's working well, not just the two of us but the whole team as a unit is working well and getting the results we need at the moment. Butt is only now starting to get the recognition he deserves. Everybody who knows him knows what a great player he is. - [22] Scholes wants a goal - Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2002 by bar-knee: I've had a bit of trouble in the last couple of days but it's easing up now and I should be ready to train tomorrow or on Thursday. All the players want to play against Brazil. It is a chance to prove ourselves against the favourites and hopefully we can take it. t's the perfect game. I know I've not scored for a long time for England. Hopefully it will change and Friday would be the ideal. I've been unlucky and I haven't been getting forward as much as I have done, the goals haven't come but hopefully it will change - [21] Scholes injury concern - Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2002 by bar-knee: Tord Grip Michael and Paul Scholes are both having treatment at the moment. I hope they will be fit by Friday. Hargreaves looked good and I think he's available. He will join us in training tomorrow and did a lot today so he could be okay for Friday. We hope that both Paul Scholes and Michael Owen can play and I think they will be fit, every player wants to be fit on Friday. - [20] Well worth checking out - Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2002 by bar-knee: http://www.talksport.net/cobranded/talksport/viral_3.html http://www.talksport.net/cobranded/talksport/viral_3.html - [19] Fergie's horse running today - Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2002 by bar-knee: Rpck of Gibraltor 8-11 on favourite at the 3.45 at Ascot - [18] Fry tips his former player for United - Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2002 by bar-knee: Barry Fry on Gary Breen Gary could do a fantastic job for United. - [18] Sir PLC - Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2002 by bar-knee: From the official site 'Manchester United PLC chairman Roy Gardner has been knighted in the Queen's Birthday Honours list. Sir Roy receives his prestigious award for services to the gas and electricity industry. The chief executive of Centrica became the chairman of Manchester United PLC on 1 April 2002, following the retirement of Professor Sir Roland Smith. Other new knights of note include Newcastle United boss and former England manager Sir Bobby Robson, Rolling Stones singer Mick Jagger and a man whose office is just a stone's throw from Old Trafford, the Chief Constable of Greater Manchester David Wilmot. All the staff at Manchester United would like to pass on their congratulations to Sir Roy.' - [17] A Red Perspective
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [10] Becks slags off Alan Green - Posted Saturday, June 15, 2002 by tb: The whole team came in for a bit of stick after the last game. One person described it as awful but we have done a good job today. Denmark are a good team but we worked hard and defended well. - [9] Becks is happy - Posted Saturday, June 15, 2002 by tb: (The mood) is very good obviously. We've done our job, played really well in the first half, played good football and defended really well. - [8] Scholesy injury - Posted Saturday, June 15, 2002 by tb: Sven: Paul Scholes twisted an ankle but we do not think it is bad. - [7] Rio plays straight bat - Posted Saturday, June 15, 2002 by tb: It's nice that people are talking about me and my performances so far. But you don't become world class after a handful of games. You have to prove it over the tournament. Mind you, it cannot be a bad thing when people are talking about you and other clubs want you. Does that mean his present club don't? - [6] Ref today - Posted Saturday, June 15, 2002 by tb: Is Markus Merk,who accused Becks of spitting at versus PSV a couple of years ago - [5] Lou on sacking - Posted Saturday, June 15, 2002 by tb: Joe, Joe Joe Jordan as well: The chairman phoned me only on Monday to ask about a player we might be interested in signing. The management team had been busy arranging pre-season games and training programmes before going off on holiday. My brief last season was to get us back in the First Division and get the wage bill down. We even had to get rid of some players last season when we were in a play-off position. I wasn't given any indication that the board weren't happy with the job me and my staff had done. We were looking forward to the new season. I'm disappointed. They have decided that Joe and myself, for whatever reason, are no longer part of the football club. Joe adds It never surprises you what happens in football, but this one came as a shock. - [4] Megson orders the brown trousers - Posted Saturday, June 15, 2002 by tb: Theres no point going flat out to win promotion and then being scared of the consequences. Going to Old Trafford isn't a frightening prospect its an exciting one. This is what everybody at the football club worked so hard for last season, to be playing teams like United, and Leeds and Arsenal, who we play next. The opposition dont come any bigger than our first game. Sir Alex has become the best manager in the history of English football with what hes achieved there. Old Trafford is a bastion of football and its a fantastic opener for us. Some may say we haven't got the easiest of starts but there are no easy fixtures in the Premiership anyway. - [3] Obviously not been to Turin or Milan then! - Posted Saturday, June 15, 2002 by tb: Damien Duff: They can forget all about me in Italy or Spain. I have not enjoyed the heat and the humidity out here (in the Far East) at all. In fact, I have spent most of my time away from the training ground in bed to avoid the high temperatures. It doesn't suit me at all so I have no interest in going abroad nor have I heard anything about interest from Italian or Spanish clubs. I haven't even heard anything about Liverpool or Manchester United other than the speculation in the media. - [2] Sheep still in denial - Posted Saturday, June 15, 2002 by tb: Ridsdale: I can't speculate about what will happen - but the only thing at the back of my mind is how well the Leeds players are doing at the World Cup. I am very pleased and proud to see Rio doing so well for England and that only goes to reaffirm why we brought him to the club. If you look at the facts of the matter when we signed him for a club record fee (£18 million), a lot of people thought we were mad. Now Rio is doing what we all knew he was capable of and everyone seems to think it was they who signed him. We have had no offers for Rio and I don't want to go down the road of speculating about that because we want to build a team around him at Leeds. Not exactly a 'Not for Sale' comment, is it? - [1] Valley
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [10] Nicky Butt on himself - Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by bar-knee: I'm 100% fit physically, although you would hope for a few more games under your belt from a match-fitness point of view but there's no time for that and you've just got to do the best you can. Naturally I was disappointed not to play in the first game because you want to play in the World Cup but I had only trained for three or four days beforehand and could understand the manager's decision. - [9] Beckham on Butt - Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by bar-knee: I've always said that Nicky has the ability to play for England for a lot of years to come, but I think he showed why against Argentina. It was just a case of him needing the chance to show what he could do, and when he got it, he took it. With Nicky playing like that and holding the middle, it gave Scholesy the chance to go forward. He was the rock in midfield for us. - [8] Red News summer offer - Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by bar-knee: Red News published 9 issues last season, of which we have limited stocks of 8 still available. As a special offer you can purchase ALL eight issues together with a FREE copy of Red News' book celebrating the Nou Camp triumph in 1999 - European Glory - all for the bargain price of just £13.50 including postage and packing. This is a must have offer so go on! 8 issues + book for £13.50 inc pp in the UK 8 issues + book for £16 inc pp in Europe and rest of the world. Send your order by cheque, made payable to Red News, to Red News, P.O.Box 176, Manchester, M16 8LG or you can now order by credit card. click on - [7] Transfer gossip - Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by bar-knee: Posted on the RN forum 'PlanetFootball is reporting that Tunisian star Slim Ben Achour wants to move to England this summer. The 21-year old Martigues forward said: I want to play in England for Manchester United... I love English football and it would be very special if I could make it there. They are also reporting that Inter are planning on making a move for Quinton Fortune.' - [6] Order RN online - Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by bar-knee: Thanks to our new link with the safe, simple to use and world wide massively known paypal you can now order your 10 issue subscription to Red News the fanzine via credit card payment, ordering online from wherever you live in the world, getting the mag to your door. To order the 10 issue sub to be sent to a UK address click on To order the 10 issue sub to be sent to an address in the rest of the world click on And those philanthropists out there can help with our costs by making an online donation via paypal. Doesn't matter how small the amount is, every bit helps with the costs of the site - thanks. click on. - [5] Rivaldo really doesn't fancy Newcastle - Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by bar-knee: I do not only not want to go but, if Barca want me to, I would accept extending my contract with the blaugrana club. I do not have an intention to leave, it is Barca who have to speak about this. I feel very happy at Barcelona. - [4] The future for France - Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by bar-knee: Michel Platini We must now work on reconstruction, say thanks, bravo, goodbye and see you. - [3] Betting offer - Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by bar-knee: Thursday 13th June - Mexico v Italy Spicy Pizza If there is a Red Card in the game, well refund all losing Correct Score and Scorecast bets. Max refund per client is £100. Applies to bets placed between 7.30 12th June and 12.30 13th June. Terms Conditions apply. Bet Now: http://www.sportingodds.co.uk/adserver/scripts/ict.dll?click?rnews0 http://www.sportingodds.co.uk/adserver/scripts/ict.dll?click?rnews0 - [2] 5-a-side tourny - Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by bar-knee: EUROWORLD TRAVEL FORMALLY AMBASSADOR TRAVEL SECOND ANNUAL MANCHESTER UNITED SUPPORTERS 5 A'SIDE FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT BLACKPOOL 6 JULY 2002 For further details please contact us on Tel - 0870 330 0400 Fax - 0870 330 1007 e'mail - [EMAIL PROTECTED] - [1] LOOK
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [30] Wenger cocks it up - Posted Monday, June 10, 2002 by bar-knee: From Ananova 'Arsenal face world-wide embarrassment after it was revealed they had dumped one of the stars of the World Cup just days before the tournament began. The Gunners released Japanese midfielder Junichi Inamoto from his contract and will let him leave Highbury on a free transfer at the end of this month. The double winners, it has emerged, told the 22-year-old Japanese star just before the start of the World Cup. Not only will they lose the potential talents of a man they signed from J-League Hiratsuka Bellmare 11 months ago for a reported £4million, they will also forfeit the potentially huge commercial profits in the Far East generated by Inamoto's massive profile at this World Cup. The man with the peroxide hair and boyish face scored in Japan's 2-2 draw with Belgium and followed that up by scoring the only goal in his nation's first ever World Cup victory - a 1-0 triumph over Russia. He was made man of the match in both games. His image adorns posters the length and breadth of Japan. He is rarely off television screens and his heroics have been greeted with a frenzied euphoria which Japan usually reserves only for baseball. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger was at Sunday night's match in the Yokohama Stadium, working for Japanese television, and he was later linked up with Inamoto in a post-match interview. There was an obvious air of embarrassment on Inamoto's features as he listened to his Highbury coach extolling the virtues of Japan. In this morning's edition of the Japanese language Sankei Sports newspaper, Wenger, in a personal column, was coy about Inamoto's position with Arsenal, couching the star's future in confusion. It's not a good time to talk about whether he's leaving Arsenal or staying, wrote Wenger, a former coach of J-League side Nagoya Grampus. I haven't decided yet but he's shown that in Europe he can play in any team. All the time, however, Wenger was aware that he had decided Inamoto was no longer part of his plans. Wenger has steadfastly refused to play Inamoto in the Premiership, limiting his first-team appearances to two Worthington Cup ties and 20 minutes in the Champions League. The shy and reserved Inamoto who speaks little English, looked uncomfortable throughout his interview with Wenger, admitting later: It was the moment I dreaded most. I was very aware that somebody was watching me from somewhere tonight. Feyenoord, who already have Inamoto's close friend Shinji Ono on their books, are rumoured to be interested in the 22-year-old, as are Atlanta and Perugia.' - [29] Becks on the penalty - Posted Monday, June 10, 2002 by bar-knee: At that point, how important being a captain is to a team and for the players hit home to me and for the players to sort of listen to me and take note of what I was saying. - [28] Becks wants Veron to stay - Posted Monday, June 10, 2002 by bar-knee: I think Seba will stay at Manchester United. I hope he does because he's a world-class player and he deserves to be at one of the biggest clubs in the world. So hopefully he will stay on. - [27] More from Becks - Posted Monday, June 10, 2002 by bar-knee: A lot of friends called me and said they had never seen things like it. Right from the [Queen's] Jubilee to the whole weekend with [world heavyweight champion] Lennox [Lewis] fighting [in America] and other things in the country - it is amazing. We know we have had support at home with record ratings on the TV and people taking the day off work. It has been amazing over here too, something that the players will never forget. One of the best parts of it is that there has been no trouble and that's important. Everyone is enjoying themselves in football and getting that back into the game is important and went out of the game for a while. For players to take notice of me is important but we had 11 captains out there and a few on the bench. That was a big part of the game. Nicky can play for England for a lot of years, I have always said that. He just needed a chance and he took it. It gave Scholesy [Paul Scholes] a chance to get forward and he was a rock in midfield. For me! , he was man of the match. - [26] Veron not happy - Posted Monday, June 10, 2002 by bar-knee: I'm not at all happy with how I've been performing. But I've barely played for
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [31] IMUSA on new No.2 - Posted Friday, June 7, 2002 by bar-knee: Mark Longden, chairman of the Independent Manchester United Supporters Association If Ferguson wants him, he is obviously the man for the job. He is vastly experienced, judging by his track record, and a big name in the coaching world. Having someone on board like him will, I am sure, help United attract more quality players. Most people thought that Ferguson would bring someone in last season, although Jim Ryan did a good job. But he obviously wanted to take his time about it and get the right man. - [30] New transfer link - Posted Friday, June 7, 2002 by bar-knee: Guardian links us with Francesco Totti for £30m. - [28] Matt Holland mentions Keano again - Posted Friday, June 7, 2002 by bar-knee: Roy Keane is a fabulous player and should be playing on this stage. But he isn't here and that's the end of it. Robbie Keane was tremendous. He never gives up and he got his reward. What has happened with the other Keane is all in the past now. It has been difficult with everything that has gone on, but I don't believe that any team in the World Cup has a stronger spirit than us. - [27] French boss on Barthez - Posted Friday, June 7, 2002 by bar-knee: Lemerre We still have a bit of hope, albeit small. But without Barthez, that would have been it. Thankfully there is still an opportunity to progress to the second stage but it is asking a lot to win 2-0. Especially when you consider we haven't scored against Senegal or Uruguay. But the way that we performed with 10 players proves the quality of the French team cannot be doubted. I can't criticise the players, they reacted well to going one man down. - [26] Nearly massive - Posted Friday, June 7, 2002 by bar-knee: Wor Kev on Anelka This is a big signing, make no mistake. - [25] Deja vu - Posted Friday, June 7, 2002 by bar-knee: MEN prints Veron quotes from an interview with Argentinian TV crew this week. I have heard that two or three big Italian clubs are showing interest in me. But nothing will be sorted out until after the World Cup finals. - [24] Big transfer deals - Posted Friday, June 7, 2002 by bar-knee: expected after the World Cup. Amongst deals expected - many without any Utd interest Ronaldo to leave Inter Batistuta to move to Juve? Rivaldo to Lazio? Mendieta to Barca? - [23] Barthez - man of the match - Posted Friday, June 7, 2002 by bar-knee: It was not just about me. We played most of the match with 10 men and I was proud of all my team-mates who showed such great camaraderie. Now the Denmark game is our last chance. - [22] Praise for Barthez - Posted Friday, June 7, 2002 by bar-knee: Vieira on the last gasp save by Fabien: In that moment Fabien showed he is the greatest keeper in the world. When the player went through, I knew he could have been about to send us home. It was a bad moment but Fabien did his job. - [21] Veron on Becks - Posted Friday, June 7, 2002 by bar-knee: David is England's best player. So much has been written and spoken of him but David makes passes which split the defence and then there's his ability from dead-ball situations. As for Michael Owen, he was outstanding at 18 and he could have taken his pick of any club in the world. It is normally impossible to improve on being exceptional - but he has. I also like Kieron Dyer. He reminds me of Osvaldo Ardiles as he floats around quite harmlessly but then comes in with a killer blow. - [20] Veron wants the win - Posted Friday, June 7, 2002 by bar-knee: The Argentine players, with all our heart and soul, want to beat England. I am sure the English will feel the same but sometimes in such a Herculean struggle, an outside body can influence the outcome - as in France 98. Neither team went on to win in France, which we both want to correct. But football won that night - not only Argentina. God, once again, will decide this match. And I believe that we will win it. We are in a rich vein of form and it is
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [28] England fans suffer the United experience - Posted Thursday, June 6, 2002 by bar-knee: as the players ignored them at the end of the game Becks I have to apologise on behalf of all of the players. It's all our faults. We should all go over, whether we've won, lost or drawn, as they've travelled a long way. We'll all make a point of going over to them before the game against Argentina in Sapporo. They deserve it more than anyone. So do the Japanese fans that were there in Saitama. There was 45% of theground supporting England and it was unfair of us to forget that. I'm the sort of person that, even with Manchester United, I'll always stay out there and applaud the fans, even if it is in Manchester and they have only come from 10 minutes down the road. We've already had a meeting about it and the manager has told us about it and not to do it again. I didn't realise it until it was mentioned to me that none of the players went over. It was a big mistake which has never happened before and I would like to say sorry. It will not happen again. - [27] Results - Posted Thursday, June 6, 2002 by bar-knee: Cameroon 1 Saudi 0 in a game that would have a hyper person fast asleep. Denmark 1 Senegal 1 meaning that France basically must win today, and a defeat will definitely see them out. Barthez starts. - [26] More Becks - Posted Thursday, June 6, 2002 by bar-knee: I have nightmares about France 98. It will always be with me and people will always talk about it. But I've forgiven Simeone. We had the famous handshake before the Champions League game against Inter Milan and there was all the talk over whether we would or not. But the incident is at the back of my mind. If it happens again, I wouldn't react the same way as I did four years ago. I held my hands up and said it was a mistake. There were certain antics that went on which people have come out and admitted now. It is sad that people do these things and then admit them four years later. But it's forgotten now and I've forgiven anyone involved. - [25] O'Leary on Bowyer - Posted Thursday, June 6, 2002 by bar-knee: Lee and I get on fine and I want him to stay, but he has to go away and do a lot of thinking. There has been a lot of speculation but there are interesting days ahead. - [24] Sound familiar? - Posted Thursday, June 6, 2002 by bar-knee: From soccernet ' Zlatko Zahovic, Slovenia's most famous player, was sent home on Thursday after he swore at coach Srecko Katanec following his team's 3-1 opening World Cup defeat to Spain. Zlatko Zahovic (right): Was pushed rather than jumped (Reuters) Twenty four hours after Katanec announced he would stand down at the end of the World Cup because of his showdown with Zahovic, Slovenian officials said the forward's abuse of the coach and his subsequent 'harmful behaviour' were hurting the squad. 'The conditions haven't changed and calmed despite the decision that Zahovic stays in the squad,' the Slovenian Football Association (FAS) said in a statement. 'Zahovic continued with behaviour which is harmful for the atmosphere in the team. This is why the present decision has been made in agreement with the head coach Katanec. 'The head coach has the full support of the leadership of the FAS delegation, coaching staff and the players, and the decision has been made with an aim of calming the atmosphere in the squad and putting all the energy to the following World Cup matches.' - [23] More transfer gossip - Posted Thursday, June 6, 2002 by bar-knee: from tribalfootball.com 'Juventus is reportedly making big moves for Manchester United's Dutch striking sensation Ruud Van Nistelrooy. The Serie A champions are believed to be ready to give United French international defender Lilian Thuram and Dutch midfielder Edgar Davids in exchange for the Old Trafford star. The move, if successful, would allow United to follow up its move for Lazio's Argentine star Hernan Crespo. ' - [22] Golden Balls hates long ones - Posted Thursday, June 6, 2002 by bar-knee: Becks We realised we were playing long balls. We've had meetings about it and we can't understand why we did it as it's not how we play. It was frustrating but hopefully it won't happen again. The manager hasn't told us to
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [17] Veron on captain - Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by redend: My heart missed a beat when I was told I was being made captain. It is a big honour for me and I hope my country was proud of my performance. - [16] Bobby Charlton on Argentina - Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by bar-knee: It's amazing that we see the way it should be played, yet not everyone else does. I have spoken to Argentine people who think that to be cunning is to be applauded. A good friend of mine from there once said 'What's wrong if you can get away with it?' But that's not the way I think it should be played. I hate it when people dive, because it isn't in our game. What happens sets the trend for years because children copy what they see at the World Cup. We probably do have a few people who are falling into their way of thinking, but I don't like it. And, even if we've had English players saying they would go down in the area, actually doing it is something different. The refs have said they will target anyone who tries to get other people into trouble, by fouling or diving, and I hope they do. - [15] Veron ponders - Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by bar-knee: There are some clubs in Italy who are interested in me but we will have to wait and see what happens in the future. - [14] If the Irish score first ... - Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by bar-knee: If the Irish score first in their match against Germany, all losing First Goalscorer bets on the game will be refunded. GERMANY Miroslav Klose 5/1 Michael Ballack 6/1 Carsten Jancker 7/1 Oliver Bierhoff 7/1 Oliver Neuville 8/1 More http://www.sportingodds.co.uk/adserver/scripts/ict.dll?click?rnews0 here ... IRELAND Damien Duff 8/1 Robbie Keane 8/1 David Connolly 9/1 Niall Quinn 9/1 Clinton Morrison 10/1 Ian Harte 16/1 Steven Reid 16/1 Kevin Kilbane 20/1 Matt Holland 20/1 More http://www.sportingodds.co.uk/adserver/scripts/ict.dll?click?rnews0 here ... CLICK http://www.sportingodds.co.uk/adserver/scripts/ict.dll?click?rnews0 HERE TO BET ON THIS OFFER - [13] Veron on England - Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by bar-knee: The team showed heart but I still feel we have to improve on the Nigeria performance. We were very nervous from the start for some reason, but maybe that was good because it shows how much we care. We missed many chances and that is something we will have to improve upon against England. I admire England as a team. They have physical strength and they have fast players, which makes them a very rapid team. But I believe we are together as a team and when Argentina play as we can, we are capable of beating anyone at this World Cup. - [12] More Veron - Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by bar-knee: Yes, of course I know players in the England team. I know some of them very well because they play for United. But this is a game our people back home would expect us to win because playing and beating England is such an important thing for Argentina. Everyone will now go on about me playing against England. But I'm not just playing against England, I'm playing for my country, Argentina, and we will battle to win the match. - [11] PLC worried - Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by bar-knee: Lazio president Sergio Cragnotti on Nesta Alessandro's performance was magnificent. It was simply faultless and his price is now double what it was before the game. - [10] Betting tips - Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by bar-knee: For new punters After 1 bet get free £10 bet: ON WHICH PLAYER WILL SCORE THE FIRST GOAL IN THE WORLD CUP CLASH BETWEEN ARGENTINA ENGLAND After 5 bets get another free £10 bet on: WHICH PLAYER WILL RECEIVE THE 1ST BOOKING DURING THE WORLD CUP MATCH BETWEEN ARGENTINA ENGLAND CLICK http://www.sportingodds.co.uk/adserver/scripts/ict.dll?click?rnews0 HERE TO OPEN ACCOUNT AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS OFFER - [9] Another pop at Keano - Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by bar-knee: Packie Bonner I was completely devastated at what happened. I've known Roy for a long long time and I always had the utmost respect for him as a player. People talked about my bust-up with him in Saipan. I didn't have a
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [42] Bury exhumed - Posted Friday, May 31, 2002 by redend: Back from the dead . Bury FC Take Over complete, Club Saved and the administrator is clearing his desk - [41] Exclusive: Blanc Staying - Posted Friday, May 31, 2002 by redend: Our Carrington snout tells us Larry is staying - well at least if he's not then he's left all his gear in his locker at Carrington. - [40] Becks thanks United physio team - Posted Friday, May 31, 2002 by bar-knee: My family and friends have been very supportive. The Manchester United physios and doctors certainly sent me along the right road. The physios here have also worked very hard. I've had eight hours a day of just massaging the left foot. It's been pretty sore at times but it's been worth it. - [39] Fergie on France and Brazil - Posted Friday, May 31, 2002 by bar-knee: In terms of the best team it is without question France. They have proved themselves. Keeping their team together over the last four four to six years has proved vital to them. They have great experience in Thuram, Desailly, Barthez and Lizarazu at the back. They are formidable in that area. They have a lot of speed up front in Henry and Wiltord and a great finisher in Trezeguet. Then you have the strength of Vieira and Petit in midfield so they have a very solid unit, who understand each other. I like Brazil, though, because the odds are better than France, 8-1 compared to 4-1. They were better odds than I thought at the time. Brazil have got all their best players available - and several outstanding ones at that. The climate and conditions should suit them. - [38] Fergie tips Cameroon - Posted Friday, May 31, 2002 by bar-knee: It is not a hard group to win. Germany are not at their best and Cameroon may be the team to win that group. I thought they did okay against England. They had a lot of athleticism in their team and a lot of speed in their team. They are also tough. They always do quite well in the early days of the tournament. I'm expecting Cameroon to do well in that group. - [37] More Jack Charlton Keano abuse - Posted Friday, May 31, 2002 by bar-knee: His attitude has been appalling and all week we've had to listen to talk of whether or not he's going back out to play for his country in the World Cup. I'm sick and tired of it and I'm sick and tired of hearing his name. Have the Irish people who support this person on this lost all sense of reason? Have they lost all sense of decency? ...The people of Ireland may forgive him but I never will. He is a disgrace to his country and yet he is being feted like a hero. What he is reported to have said in that hotel room last week was despicable. In any walk of life you can't go around abusing people like that. He seems to think he should get away with it...The Irish team will miss him badly but, fingers crossed, they can pull a result out of tomorrow morning's game and give this person the response he deserves wherever he is supposed to be holidaying. I've heard his disgruntlement with the Irish set-up being described as professionalism. He may be a very serious young man about his football but a professional would have got on with the job of representing his country in the World Cup. He didn't. Then he went running to newspapers giving interviews and announced in the middle of preparations that he was quitting international football. What timing. What effect did he think that was going to have on his colleagues? This man has had an attitude problem for years. He's a brilliant player but the trouble is he knows it. If he loved his country as much as he says he does he would have got back on a plane this week, swallowed his pride and got on with it. He still owes the biggest apology - [36] France-Senegal - Posted Friday, May 31, 2002 by bar-knee: Barthez starts, Silvestre a sub. Zidane injured. - [35] Scholes gets inhaler all clear - Posted Friday, May 31, 2002 by bar-knee: FA spokesman Adrian Bevington said: We have had the inhaler checked out and been assured Paul can continue to use it during the World Cup. - [34] Becks on Fergie - Posted Friday,
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [43] Gary Nev in Becks - Posted Thursday, May 30, 2002 by bar-knee: I don't think players would go out on the field with the intention of injuring a fellow professional - [42] Gary Nev speaks - Posted Thursday, May 30, 2002 by bar-knee: It was tougher to work all year round with the club, then lose at almost the last hurdle. I won't know how it feels before the tournament starts. I have to make do by watching the World Cup on television. We've been hit hard and losing Steven Gerrard just before the squad left was a big blow, - [41] Carlos angry - Posted Thursday, May 30, 2002 by bar-knee: at claims he is seeking move I am not a mercenary. I want to keep my image at Real Madrid clean. I do not want to dirty my image in Spain. On Monday afternoon I spoke with someone about any interest I may have in moving to Manchester United. Then it is in the Spanish papers that I have made this up. I did no such thing. I was told that they are interested in signing me. But I am very happy and have not thought about leaving Madrid. I have a very good relationship with the club president, Florentino Perez, and all my dealings with him are correct and sincere. I have a contract and I am happy in the city and at Real Madrid. I do not know if the clubs are talking. If Real Madrid and Manchester want to, they can sit down to speak about a transfer that could happen. I am not going to put up any obstacles. When they come to an agreement, I will join in. Manchester United have been making inquiries about me for two years. Sir Alex Ferguson has spoken to me on occasions and I am aware that I am a player he likes! . - [40] Only hours left to join RED NEWS ... - Posted Thursday, May 30, 2002 by redend: ... Dream Team MiniLeague. It closes when World Cup kicks off at 12:30 Friday. There have been plenty of entries - but lost of you haven't put your tema in the RED NEWS minileague and after Kick Off it'll be too late (I think). [1] Go to this page (the following web address finishing with ENGLISHaff_id=57 should be pasted into your web browser all on one line if your email reader splits it into two lines): http://www.dreamteamfc.com/Sun/servlet/OpenFSELogin?homename=WC2002language=ENGLISHaff_id=57 [2] If you haven't already entered a team or you want to add more then click on REGISTER. [It costs a fiver - there are £100,000 in prizes but lets face it, its for a laugh as the chances of winning are pretty low.] Once you have registered your team (or teams), [3] Log in by entering your PIN (12 digit code sent to you in the confirmation email) and hitting Go To My Team. If you can't find your PIN number then click on the Lost your PIN? link underneath and enter the email address you used to register with so that you can request it to be sent to you again. If you did not pay by credit card you may need to get your PIN from the Premium Rate phone number - don't know about this as we didn't use it? [4] Once you've logged in, click on the Join Mini League button. [5] Enter the league name and password we've listed below and your team will automatically be assigned to the RED NEWS Mini League. Your Mini League name is: RED NEWS Your Mini League password is: REDBUTTOCK That should be it. If you want to invite any mates to join (less than 4 days to go) then you can copy this email to them and tell them to register at the web address above and then follow the instructions. PROBLEMS: We probably can't help with technical queries relating to the Dream Team game as we don't run it but mail us if you think we might be able to help at: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - [39] United kid on the move? - Posted Thursday, May 30, 2002 by bar-knee: Dunfermline want 20 year old Alan McDermott. Their manager Jimmy Calderwood He is one of the names in the frame. We are looking for a centre-half for next season and he is one of three or four names. We haven't spoken to the club because I'm still really just looking for information. The people I know, who know him, are on holiday at the moment so I'll have to wait until they return. I've never seen him play and I don't know his qualities. Sounds confusing. - [38] Fergie on England's chances - Posted Thursday, May 30, 2002 by bar-knee: It looks to me a really difficult tournament. In the Far East with the humidity and different
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [28] Becks goes long sleeve - Posted Wednesday, May 29, 2002 by bar-knee: He'll wear a long sleeve shirt to cover up his tattoos and not offend any locals Umbro spokesperson David always wears long sleeved shirts when he plays for England. The players all have a choice and with the hot weather in Japan many are likely to opt for short sleeves. But not David. - [27] McCarthy not happy with Quinn - Posted Wednesday, May 29, 2002 by bar-knee: over his attempts to try and get the issue resolved, the SUN claims McCarthy will resign after the World Cup Quinn Mick was annoyed with me. But I was trying to make us all winners. I'm devastated because I came very close to getting him back and he will never know that and never thank me. Roy has had one of the most difficult weeks any human has had to put up with. - [26] More Sven on Becks - Posted Wednesday, May 29, 2002 by bar-knee: All the world is concerned about the left foot of Beckham. They have been for weeks. I'm not fed up with talking about him. He is one of the top figures in world football and certainly one of the most well-known. He might not be more famous than Zidane or Ronaldo but he's certainly on that level. If you have all the other players fit, you can have one who maybe isn't fit for game one. If he is not fit for game two, then I think it is unfair he stays. We are not gambling on Beckham but, maybe, we are a little with Dyer. - [25] Bobby Charlton on no Keano - Posted Wednesday, May 29, 2002 by bar-knee: It is a tragedy. Maybe not enough was done to solve the problem. and that coming from Bobby C is akin to much worse than anything Keano is alleged to have said to McCarthy - [24] FA on Becks - Posted Wednesday, May 29, 2002 by bar-knee: FA spokesman Paul Newman: With this sort of injury it is normal to do X-rays after one, three and six weeks. We've done those so another isn't necessary. We don't want to pump him full of radiation. - [23] Sven proud of Becks' training - Posted Wednesday, May 29, 2002 by bar-knee: David Beckham and all the other injured players have been working around the clock to recover. We have two treatment rooms at our World Cup camp and, whether it's seven in the morning or an hour after midnight, there are always players in there on the running machines. David has always been very focused on playing in the first match. One week after suffering his injury, he said he'd be ready for the Sweden game. He is an excellent pro and extremely keen to play in the World Cup. All the players have seen how he is in training and are very happy that he's back. - [22] United's share price - Posted Wednesday, May 29, 2002 by bar-knee: yesterday ended at 125, up 7 - [21] The new power at United - Posted Wednesday, May 29, 2002 by bar-knee: From the Guardian 'A little known multi-millionaire with close connections to Irish horse racing has emerged as a new power at Manchester United after buying almost all of the former chief executive Martin Edwards' shares. Harry Dobson, a 54-year-old Scottish-born mining magnate who is said to be a dollar billionaire, yesterday bought 6.5% of the club from Edwards for around £20m. Last year two Irish horse-racing associates of the United manager Sir Alex Ferguson emerged as the club's second biggest shareholders after BSkyB. However, sources in Ireland played down suggestions of a relationship between Dobson and Ferguson's friends John Magnier and JP McManus. They are not known to be mates, said one senior business figure in Ireland. They might know each other but they don't hang out together. Dobson, in a statement issued through the club, insisted he was merely buying for investment purposes. It is the best quality stock in an out-of-favour sector, he said, referring to the low values that have recently been attached to football shares. Friends of Dobson said they did not believe he was a United fan. I've never heard him talk about football, said one friend. He is very low profile and private but a wonderful man. The transaction is also likely to hasten the end of a relationship the Edwards family has had with the club since the Sir Matt Busby era. Edwards, who has often been at
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [8] Another pre-season game announced - Posted Wednesday, May 15, 2002 by bar-knee: against Bournemouth on 27th July, the same day as we will also be playing Chesterfield. Our Champions League qualifier will apparently be on the week of August 14th and August 28th. - [7] Ryan Giggs - Posted Wednesday, May 15, 2002 by bar-knee: helped Wales to a 1-0 win over Germany - [6] Nesta in departure hint - Posted Wednesday, May 15, 2002 by bar-knee: Alessandro Nesta It's been three months since I heard anything from the Lazio board, so I'm not going to start making promises to the supporters about my future. Personally, I know what I want. I have an agreement with president Sergio Cragnotti to stay and I am not concerned about the idea of a salary cap - I'll still have enough money to put food on the table. However, I don't want to stay at Lazio if I am not wanted. I've read recently that (Juventus general manager) Luciano Moggi held a meeting with Cragnotti about me. I've even heard that Inter and Milan want me. But now I have to concentrate on the national team. There will be time to talk about my future, but that will not be until after the World Cup - [5] Red News summer offer - Posted Wednesday, May 15, 2002 by bar-knee: We have produced nine issues of Red News this season and currently have limited stock of 8 available. We are offering a special end of season offer All 8 issues together with a copy of the Red News book on May 26th 1999 - European Glory - thrown in for free. In the UK this offer, including pp costs just £13.50 £16 for Europe and £18 for Rest of the World (the full retail price for this offer would usually be £26). Send all orders to Red News, P.O.Box 176, Manchester, M16 8LG - [4] Utd fans 5-a-side tournament - Posted Wednesday, May 15, 2002 by bar-knee: EUROWORLD TRAVEL 2nd Annual Manchester United Supporters 5 a'side Tournament to be held once again at 'Blackpool' Saturday 6th July £75 per team for an application form please call 01253 300250 or e'mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] - [3] Keano injury confusion - Posted Wednesday, May 15, 2002 by bar-knee: PA story 'Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy has played down Roy Keane's absence from the high-profile benefit match for Niall Quinn. The suggestion before kick-off was that Keane was undergoing treatment for a hamstring strain, so ruling him out of the squad which beat Sunderland 3-0 at the Stadium of Light. McCarthy, however, appeared to cloud the issue by saying that Keane was not injured and that the treatment he is receiving from Manchester United is simply preventative. McCarthy is fully expecting Keane to link up with the other 22 players in Dublin on Wednesday and play in Thursday's friendly against Nigeria at Lansdowne Road. It suits me fine if Roy is getting treatment from his club before he is released, said McCarthy. Roy is not injured but he has been having ongoing treatment to help any problems he has had. It's a preventative procedure which he has been having for a long time. I didn't think it was appropriate of me to say anything ahead of this game given it was a testimonial for Quinny. I didn't say anything because I knew what would happen with the hype that surrounds Roy. People would have been chasing around to see if he had done something to his cruciate or whether he had broken his back, his neck or his skull, but the reality is I expect him to be fit for Thursday. The important thing for me is that I don't want to get wrapped up in incidentals about him. If he turns up tomorrow (Wednesday) and he plays against Cameroon on the June 1 then I am not bothered. But from what I know, the treatment he is having is not to treat a specific injury as such, like a knee or an ankle or anything like that. - [2] Ole on score sheet - Posted Wednesday, May 15, 2002 by bar-knee: As Norway beat Japan 3-0, Henning Berg and Sigurd Rushfeldt also scoring. Ole bagged the final goal. - [1] More on Welsh Cup Final bother - Posted Wednesday, May 15, 2002 by bar-knee: From Ananova 'Suspected football hooligans hired a fleet of limousines in a bid to sneak past officers policing the Welsh FA Cup final. A total of 35 people were
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [20] Cuddly Pete on time scale - Posted Monday, May 13, 2002 by bar-knee: Our scouts have been scouting constantly around certain positions. It is not just about going to the World Cup and seeing who has done well over a four-week tournament. That is one of the worst things we can do. We will have identified and been following some players and in some cases the World Cup may be a confirmation but in other cases they may not even be there. The only real impact of the World Cup is that there are an awful lot of people out of the loop for four or five weeks. Probably it will be July or August before we do business. Any new players we want in for pre-season so they become part of the squad. - [19] Cuddly Pete reflects - Posted Monday, May 13, 2002 by bar-knee: But how many, who and when, is all to be resolved. There has been no formal communications for any players yet. We have not even started that process yet. There is a limit to how many players you can have in your squad and that has not changed. We are satisfied the number we have in our squad is right. We are not going to just keep adding. Players going is all part and parcel of the balance. The quality players we have want to play football. We dont need players to sit on the bench. We also have good youngsters who need to break through and that is an important part of their development. We are after what is right for us. We always budget for transfers, we have to do, but how much is something we dont make public. - [18] Wolves deny Irwin interest - Posted Monday, May 13, 2002 by bar-knee: There was a lot of speculation earlier in the season, it's been doing the rounds for quite some time. It's been in the local media repeatedly but I'm surprised it's re-appeared now with the way the season's turned out. All I can say is that at this stage it's just speculation, there's been no firm move at all. - [17] Fergie comments after Saturday - Posted Monday, May 13, 2002 by bar-knee: We are hurting. It's not easy to see the Championship taken from us. But we have to be honest and say we simply weren't good enough to win it again. To lose six games at home is no foundation for winning the League and we hold up our hands. Arsenal were the better side over the season. - [16] More on Fergie programme tonight - Posted Monday, May 13, 2002 by bar-knee: From the Mirror 'The Ferguson Factor, a documentary to be screened tonight at 10.35pm on BBC1. The programme takes an in-depth look at Ferguson's career from his early days in charge of St Mirren right up to the present day. Former United winger Keith Gillespie reveals how Fergie used him as a 'gofer' to place big-money bets on horse racing. Gillespie, now with Blackburn, was addicted to gambling and once blew £47,000 in one day. But, rather than help him fight his addiction, Gillespie claims the culture at United encouraged him to gamble. The programme also includes a never-before-screened 1995 exchange with John Motson which ends with Ferguson telling the commentator he will be barred and ordering the interview scrapped. Motson angers Fergie by asking if he would punish Roy Keane, who had just been sent off for the third time in 14 games. Former England winger Lee Sharpe also angered Ferguson, who arrived at his home after receiving reports of a wild party there. He clipped everyone around the ear, told them to get out and gave me the biggest rollicking of my career, said Sharpe. But he didn't find the apprentices hiding in a cupboard. - [15] Eric quotes in full - Posted Monday, May 13, 2002 by bar-knee: I signed a contract and they did not respect anything. At that time they thought that merchandising was more important than the team and players. When the business is more important than the football I just give up, rather than be treated like a pair of socks, a shirt or a s***. I am not a s*** at all. - [14] Cuddly Pete on Becks, life the universe and everything - Posted Monday, May 13, 2002 by bar-knee: We believe David will be a player who wants to continue with us even when this new contract finishes. This is his fourth contract with us, and there is nothing to suggest that he wouldn't want to stay here - we would want him to I'm sure. We had resolved the
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [23] We will fight, fight, fight for Utd - Posted Sunday, May 12, 2002 by tb: Fergie after the game: We'll come back stronger, we're going to bring in players who want to fight for this club. - [22] Fergie on finishing third - Posted Sunday, May 12, 2002 by tb: The point is we're in the Champions League and there's a positive to take from that. Albeit that we'll have to qualify in August. But we've done that before, and we went on to have a great season. I think the endeavour and the determination next year will be very evident. - [21] Luke Steele on joining Utd - Posted Sunday, May 12, 2002 by tb: From theposh.com I dont think it has sunk in that I am a Manchester United player, but I am sure it will hit me soon. It was a very special moment when I signed the contract and it was a feeling I will never forget. I have dreamt about this all of my life and I cant wait to put on the United shirt. And on meeting Fergie: I had a meeting with him and he just talked about the club and his hopes for the future. It was just general chit-chat and he put me at ease, he is a fantastic man and I am looking forward to working with him. My parents were with me and we watched United play Charlton Athletic from a VIP box. 'I sat with the players who were not involved in the game and David Beckham was sitting just in front of me. He had just signed a new contract and he was getting a lot of press attention. It was amazing that I signed a contract for the club the same day that such a great player like he did, - [20] The final table - Posted Sunday, May 12, 2002 by tb: Hang it on the dressing room door Fergie! Arsenal 38 87 Liverpool 38 80 Man Utd 38 77 Newcastle 38 71 Leeds 38 66 Chelsea 38 64 West Ham 38 53 Aston Villa 38 50 Tottenham 38 50 Blackburn 38 46 Southampton 38 45 Middlesbrough 38 45 Fulham 38 44 Charlton 38 44 Everton 38 43 Bolton 38 40 Sunderland 38 40 Ipswich 38 36 Derby 38 30 Leicester 38 28 - [19] More Becks reaction - Posted Sunday, May 12, 2002 by tb: I'm Man United through and through. It would have been upsetting to leave Man United. When you see players like Giggsy and Keaney signing their contracts it makes you want to stay even more. People have been talking about the team breaking up but it's never been closer. The desire the players have got and the desire the manager pumps into us - that's why we work hard for each other and work hard for the manager. - [18] Becks brainwashed - Posted Sunday, May 12, 2002 by tb: Oli Houston of Shareholders Utd: We didn't worry too much because David is United through and through thanks to his dad who brainwashed him at an early age. We always felt it was just a matter of time and we're just delighted that he's signed now. Contracts as important as his always end up being conducted in the glare of the media, but the signals we kept getting from both sides were that it always looked on. We're already looking forward to next season and seeing him recovered from his injury and back playing for United. - [17] A chair speaks - Posted Sunday, May 12, 2002 by tb: Mark Longden - IMUSA Chair In these days of the plc, if the club did not feel he was worth it then they wouldn't pay it. It's as simple as that. It's great that the club have secured him for what are going to be the best years of his career. You always want your best players to stay and this is great news for everyone. It's also a great boost for next season. Hopefully we can come back stronger and win the treble next year. - [16] Paddy Crerand over the moon - Posted Sunday, May 12, 2002 by tb: No doubt for the second time this week! It's fantastic news for the club, the supporters and not least David's father, who is a big United fan. There's been a lot of gloom about the place because of what's happened over the last 10 days or so, but this will lift everyone. It's the news that everyone has been waiting to hear. I know it's a cliche, but everyone at United will be over the moon. I know I am. You always want to hold on to your best players and everyone knows what an important player David is for United. I'm sure David must be delighted
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [32] Denis Irwin's last game for United tomorrow - Posted Friday, May 10, 2002 by bar-knee: If fit Fergie Hopefully Denis will be fit because this will be his last game for us. I had a chat with him and I explained to Denis that we had to move on. The thing about Denis is that he likes to play first-team football. He wants that all the time. Hes had that senior involvement all his career and this season he has gone backwards in that respect. That was the key issue. It is hard for me now to keep him happy now with senior football all the time. He has given Manchester United fantastic service and he deserves to go and play first team football elsewhere. He was fine about it. He half expected it. I am sure there will be a lot of clubs interested. I think he could still play in the Premier League at some level. The demands of playing for us are far greater than most places but he could go somewhere else at Premiership level and have a good two years. He is a fit lad and has looked after himself and has great experience. Denis has my gratitude for what he has done for the club. He has been a phenomenal player for me. He could quite easily be the best signing I have ever made. He cost £650,000 from Oldham and has given us 12 years fantastic service. That is great. He built up a reputation as being our most consistent player here for 10 years. I am proud to have had a player of his calibre and integrity in my team. We all wish him well and thank him for what he has done for the club. Denis - a United legend. - [32] Anelka not our target - Posted Friday, May 10, 2002 by bar-knee: As Paris St G say he will join Liverpool PSG's vice-president Alain Cayzac: We have reached an agreement with Liverpool. I hope it will be definitely signed in the next 10 days so that everyone will be able to go on holiday. - [31] Wenger on next season - Posted Friday, May 10, 2002 by bar-knee: Since I arrived at Arsenal, Manchester United have won the title three times; they are 3-2 ahead and now we want to equalise next season. The first title (in 1998) seemed natural but then in between I experienced the other side because I lost a few times, so to come back and win it means more as it is never easy to repeat success. When you know the financial potential of Manchester United and the quality of their players, I think they will come back stronger next year but we want to be stronger too. What this team has achieved is tremendous and will go down in history. - [30] Big Fat Ron - Arsenal good, but not that good - Posted Friday, May 10, 2002 by bar-knee: Now that Arsenal have done the Double again, people are asking if they've taken our domestic game to new heights. After all, they have gone unbeaten away, scored in every match and won at Liverpool and Manchester United, their two closest rivals. Victory at Old Trafford was their 12th in the league on the bounce. Those are phenomenal achievements and I don't think anyone would deny Arsène Wenger's team deserve their success and have done it in style. I've loved watching them and they've been more convincing than their 1998 side. But the greatest? Not to my mind. For a start you can't separate home and Europe, and Arsenal have yet to prove themselves in the Champions League. They fell before the quarter-finals and, although they have a core of great players, there are three teams in my lifetime I rate higher. Some might go for Tottenham's 1961 Double winners or the Manchester United of Best, Law and Charlton, but I think they just miss out. Instead, in joint second, I have the United side of this generation. I'm referring to the teams of recent years and, in particular, the treble of 1999. For sustained success they get the nod over Arsenal. So many were at their peak. Peter Schmeichel was in goal, Jaap Stam looked Europe's best centre-half, the midfield was magnificent and up front everything seemed to come off for Dwight Yorke and Andy Cole. - [29] Ex-Red on life after United - Posted Friday, May 10, 2002 by bar-knee: Graeme Tomlinson in the Guardian 'Alex Ferguson signed me for Manchester United after he had seen me play for Bradford against them in the FA Youth Cup. In 1994, my first year at United I was in the reserves and the youth team playing up front with Paul Scholes. Phil and Gary Neville, Nicky Butt and David Beckham were also in the
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [38] Letter to Red News - Posted Friday, May 10, 2002 by bar-knee: Red News I'd appreciate it if you could publicise the attached letter recently sent to Karl Evans ( Peter Kenyon etc) regarding the proposed away ticket fiasco. We can't have a wait and see attitude. We need to act now before it's too late. Karl Evans Ticket and Membership Office Manchester United FC Old Trafford Manchester M16 ORA xxx May 2002 Dear Mr Evans Away Ticket Application ñ Season 2002/2003 I am extremely concerned at the new proposals for a fully automated random ballot for away ticket applications commencing season 2002/2003. It appears that what you are proposing is that no account will be taken of previous seasonís applications and that no continuing account will be taken of applications. Consequently an individual can apply for say City away and apply for no other matches and indeed have never applied for a match on a previous occasion, and still have an equal chance of a ticket as someone who has not missed an away match for five years, 10 years, 15 years etc. I am aware that your response will be that a random ballot already exists. This is clearly not true as anyone with GCSE Maths and a rudimentary knowledge of probability will know that the chances of all regular match going fans only missing out on an average of 2 to 3 tickets per year is nigh on impossible. It has been argued that you are trying to make the system fairer. This is clearly untrue as executive and club class members will still apply in the usual manner and receive an inordinately large away ticket allocation. This is despite the fact that executive facilities relate only to Old Trafford and not to away matches. Nor, can it be fair to discriminate against fans that regularly travel to all away matches in favour of those who only wish to support the team at big- ticket games. How will you reward us for travelling to watch the youngsters play Sunderland away on a Tuesday night in November in the Worthington Cup. I believe Alex Ferguson, the team and even yourselves will recognise that the away support is the most loyal and vociferous in the premiership. Will you aim to destroy this last remaining bastion of hard- core United support? I look forward to receiving your considered response and I am copying this letter to Peter Kenyon, Paddy Haverson, IMUSA, RED News and Red Issue in the vain hope that you will take account of these representative views. As a last point if you really want a fairer system letís consider the following approach which, is operated by the membership office for European Away Games: Account will be taken of fans that have regularly travelled to away matches over the past seasons and those who miss matches in the current season will accordingly fall down the pecking order. All classes of fans will receive a proportionate allocation of away tickets i.e. if 10% of ground is executive class then they will receive a 10% allocation of away tickets. I look forward to receiving your reply. Yours sincerely cc. Peter Kenyon Paddy Haverson Red News Red Issue IMUSA - [37] Barthez praises Fergie - Posted Friday, May 10, 2002 by bar-knee: At the end of the day, he (Ferguson) is the best coach I have ever worked for. For 15 minutes, the boss says all he has to say and then he is finished and smiles again. He has this smile which makes the players feel so good. During my season, I had six months that were very difficult until December. I had a very bad period. Still today I do not consider that I am playing well and that my form is good. But in football, as in every part of your life, things can change quickly. In some ways, I don't like to talk about it, but you have to be honest. The reaction of the fans of United during my problems was fantastic. They love me and Manchester United and respect the players. - [36] Exclusive - Becks to sign - Posted Friday, May 10, 2002 by redend: A RED NEWS snout tells us he has heard Becks will sign by tomorrow barring any last minute hitches. You heard it here first. - [35] We lied - Posted Friday, May 10, 2002 by bar-knee: THIS is the final plug of the season (we think). End of season Red News special. Just £2 and on sale tomorrow. David May interview, revelations about the new away ticket scheme, an innocent Red detained after the game
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [44] Another bumper news day - Posted Tuesday, May 7, 2002 by bar-knee: on www.rednews.co.uk - 40+ stories, again. And all we ask in return for support is if you support the site and mag by buying the new issue of Red News, out tomorrow, an end of season special, just £2. Plug over and out. - [43] George Graham on United - Posted Tuesday, May 7, 2002 by bar-knee: I think everybody within the game knows that for Sir Alex this is a great challenge. He will be up for it. I think he will have the cheque book out in the summer and he will be buying one or two players. I think they need one or two in certain positions then they will be back up there. It's good for the game that Arsenal are now challenging United at the very highest level. You have three units within the team - defence, midfield and your forwards. You hope that they will all function properly at the same time and on a regular basis. Arsenal were a little bit iffy defensively at the beginning of the season but as it has progressed the defence has got better and better. Earlier in the season they did not play particularly well but they still kept a clean sheet and scored goals to win games. United didn't have that solidity defensively. So when they went through a bad period prior to Christmas they were getting beaten playing poorly. But then they went on a wonderful run that ! took them right up there. It could now go to the last game of the season - and that's with United having a really bad season. - [42] Excerpts from Fergie press conference - Posted Tuesday, May 7, 2002 by bar-knee: From the Mirror, who say that 'Fergie has lost the plot' - when we'd hint it has more to do with putting up with a load of sh*te on a Bank Holiday Monday after still hurting from last week. QUESTION: You said you felt there had been a certain arrogance in the way Arsenal were saying they'd already won the title? FERGIE: I'm not getting involved in that because you just want a f** story as usual. I'm not getting involved in that. Your f** stuff is a disgrace to journalism and you are. The stuff you f** come out with. Q: What? FERGIE: You're always f** going on about this club. Always. Q: It's our job to cover this club. Fergie: Och, you're a joke. Q: Name one story...? FERGIE: Listen, you've been going on about f** Veron. You tell me what's wrong with Veron? Q: We're not the only ones. FERGIE: You are, you're the worst. Q: Veron just hasn't played very well. FERGIE: Well, I think he has. What's this thing about fights and all the rest of this s***? Q: So we can't talk about individual players? Will Veron play on Wednesday? FERGIE: I've no picked the team yet. Q: What about accusations he had a bust-up, is not going to play again and is going home? FERGIE: That's been answered. Q: The fans would be interested in what you had to say. FERGIE: It's absolute nonsense, you know it's nonsense. Absolute lies. I can't believe you write these things. Anyway, that's finished. On you go. Q: You wouldn't talk generally about Veron... FERGIE: On you go. I'm no f** talking to you. He's a f** great player. Yous are f** idiots. - [41] Choccy on two youngsters - Posted Tuesday, May 7, 2002 by bar-knee: John O'Shea (not in Ireland squad) and Michael Stewart I think thats there for them if they keep working hard every day. John OShea has done that this season, but Michaels been on the fringe of things, too. Michael and John wouldnt be here in the first place if they didnt have a chance of playing for United. From the start of next season the manager will again look at everybody and Im sure hell be looking closely at John and Michael. The new contracts were all they needed to give them confidence and show them that so many people hold them in high regard. Michael can take a lot from things this season. Hes now played for Scotland and has done ever so well for them and hes got a great chance of going on tour with them when they go to the Far East. Not only will that help him improve football-wise, but experience and reputation wise too he will be a better player for it. - [40] cuddly Pete - no wage caps - Posted Tuesday, May 7, 2002 by bar-knee: There is no doubt about it, some of the big clubs are starting to talk about wage caps. But its not going to work. The ultimate capping is each club deciding how much of
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [14] Giggs gutted - Posted Saturday, May 4, 2002 by bar-knee: A clearly annoyed and upset Gigg was interviewed on MUTV last night - looking gutted about the Bayer elimination. Amongst the many things he said was that only Keany deserved to go through as all the other players didn't play to their capabilities. The players have to work out why that is. - [13] More Neville - United first - Posted Saturday, May 4, 2002 by bar-knee: I sat down with the doctors and went through the best and worst-case scenarios. Playing in the World Cup finals is one of the biggest honours any footballer can have, but I couldnt justify the risks. I was told that the consequences of refracturing the foot could be serious and affect me for months and even most of next season. I have to consider my long-term health and future. I was advised that it would be more realistic to try to be fit for the beginning of next season because the break is not run-of-the-mill. It is a huge disappointment, but I didnt want it to drag on and make life difficult for the manager and I have to do the right thing for myself and United. - [12] Bayer boss gets summer offer - Posted Saturday, May 4, 2002 by bar-knee: Klaus Toppmoeller offered to manage Nigeria in the World Cup after knocking us out It's true and I haven't booked a holiday yet. But it would be difficult to take on this task because we [Leverkusen] will be playing until May 15. But I will talk with the gentlemen from the Nigerian Football Association again. - [11] FIFA in turmoil - Posted Saturday, May 4, 2002 by bar-knee: From the Telegraph 'SEPP BLATTER yesterday rejected a call by several of his vice-presidents to resign as FIFA president following detailed evidence presented by his own general secretary, Michel Zen Ruffinen, that he had allegedly made improper use of FIFA funds and violated FIFA rules and regulations during his four years in the post.' - [10] If you are having a bet today - Posted Saturday, May 4, 2002 by bar-knee: On the Cup Final (and how you wish we'd have looked more up for it against Boro and had something to go for today), then use our betting partners, Sporting Odds (link below) which helps the cause. - [9] United supporters 5-a-side tournament - Posted Saturday, May 4, 2002 by bar-knee: EUROWORLD TRAVEL 2nd Annual Manchester United Supporters 5 a'side Tournament to be held once again at 'Blackpool' Saturday 6th July £75 per team for an application form please call 01253 300250 or e'mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] - [8] Irwin wants to stop Arsenal - Posted Saturday, May 4, 2002 by bar-knee: We have Arsenal coming next Wednesday so we will be ready for that. Arsenal here is a big, big game for us. We want to win that and make them have to win their last game at home. That's all we can do. We don't want them to win the title at Old Trafford. - [7] More from Gary Nev - Posted Saturday, May 4, 2002 by bar-knee: I have had a long conversation with the club doctor and surgeon and decided that I will not be fit for the finals. I was holding out some hope but having discussed it with the people at the club I know I will not get back by June...so I just want to concentrate on not missing any of next season. - [6] Henry on us and Wenger - Posted Saturday, May 4, 2002 by bar-knee: Now, we are in such a strong position. United, Liverpool and Newcastle have been tremendous. We have 81 points but we are still not champions. It is not just us. The four teams have made the league enjoyable. But we are close and it will be a triumph for everyone, particularly Arsene Wenger. He doesn't show his emotions at all. I think there are a lot of emotions inside there, I really do. But he doesn't show it. Not to the fans or even the team. But that is good for us. It doesn't put pressure on us. - [5] Henry confident - Posted Saturday, May 4, 2002 by bar-knee: So, I am desperate to win both the cup and the title. The confidence is so good at Arsenal at the moment but we have not achieved anything yet. The title is not far off, of course. If you do not have
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [37] Vialli still wants Danny - Posted Tuesday, April 30, 2002 by tb: From Ananova: Watford have reiterated their desire to sign Danny Webber on loan from Manchester United for next season. Webber scored two goals in four starts for the Hornets during a one-month loan at Vicarage Road. Gianluca Vialli is keen to tie up a season-long deal for the 20-year-old. Vialli seems to have the backing of his board over Webber, despite being told he cannot afford to extend loan moves for Paul Okon or David Noble. Hornets general manager Terry Byrne said: Danny Webber did magnificently, he came in with a great attitude. He wanted to work, wanted to learn from Luca and conducted himself very well both on and off the field and he scored a couple of goals for us at important times. We're really just waiting to see what we can and can't do in the summer, he told the club's official website. - [36] Fergie: No gung ho - Posted Tuesday, April 30, 2002 by tb: We have to look for goals in a measured way. We cant just go gung ho here and think we are going to win. We have to make sure we have a solid base about us. In these situations you depend on players who have been through the course before and we have enough players who have. Everyone has to perform tonight. We didnt play well last week at Old Trafford but we still have a chance because we didnt lose. If you come out of your home game and you havent lost then you say it is not a bad result because we didnt deserve to win. - [35] Wes wants Larry to stay - Posted Tuesday, April 30, 2002 by tb: I would definitely be glad if he stayed on, added Wes. It would be fantastic to have another year with him. The longer he is here the more I and others can learn from him. Ive missed a lot of education alongside him this season because of my injuries. I could still watch Laurent in training and matches but the being there with him were the most important thing for me. He has proved a lot of people wrong. A lot were saying he wasnt up to it but ask anyone here in the United dressing room and they would completely disagree. He is one of the best. He is absolutely brilliant. - [34] Wes looks to Larry - Posted Tuesday, April 30, 2002 by tb: Often you dont have a man to mark in situations like this because a lot of it comes from midfield. So you have to keep your mind on the match and be ready. It is easy for your mind to wander but I will take my lead from Laurent Blanc. His concentration is first class. No matter where the ball is on the pitch he is concentrating and getting himself ready in the right positions. - [33] Wes: Leverkusen not scousers - Posted Tuesday, April 30, 2002 by tb: I dont think Bayer Leverkusen would ever just defend. They are better when they are attacking as they proved at Old Trafford. They had most of the ball and attacked us more than we did them. Going at teams has got them this far and theyve been doing it all season so theyll keep it the same way. - [32] Wes: Just another game - Posted Tuesday, April 30, 2002 by tb: I didnt play against Juventus in 99 nor in the final though I was on the bench, so this would be the biggest match ever for me. But I dont get fazed by anything like this. I would treat it as just another game. - [31] Nicky on Roy - Posted Tuesday, April 30, 2002 by tb: You can't really describe how important Roy is. He is the team's leader. Everyone is glad to have him back. - [30] Siddy fan gets exited - Posted Tuesday, April 30, 2002 by tb: Lee Dixon: We're going to focus on the FA Cup now but, for us, there's no better place to win the title than Old Trafford, - [29] Fergie on BayArena - Posted Tuesday, April 30, 2002 by tb: It is small, just 22,000, but it is a good pitch and everything is laid on for a really good game. - [28] Fergie on Bayer blowing championship - Posted Tuesday, April 30, 2002 by tb: It is disappointing for them because I know they dearly wanted to win the championship but that is not an issue for us. Our issue is we have got to win in
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [24] Fergie on Becks's Glasgow chances - Posted Monday, April 29, 2002 by tb: It's a difficult one because he's still got the pot on his leg. He will probably have a scan at the end of the week to look at it further, but it's difficult to say. I would like to think he's got a chance and you always keep the hope going. One thing with David is he won't need a lot of time to get fit. - [23] Keano on the Turin spirit - Posted Monday, April 29, 2002 by tb: It's only half-time as they say and we now need to produce a performance like we did in Turin against Juventus in '99. It's the same kind of scenario to Turin in '99. We were fairly outplayed against Juve three years ago at Old Trafford. But we got a draw in the end and then won in Italy. Fingers crossed we can do it again. It will be a test of character, but the players are more than capable of doing it. - [22] Fergie on the yellow card situation - Posted Monday, April 29, 2002 by tb: Roy won't even think about it - and we have three other players on yellow cards as well, Laurent Blanc, Nicky Butt and Ruud van Nistelrooy. In a situation like this you have to get on and play the best you can, and hope that you have a referee who understands what missing a final would mean - and when I say that, I am thinking about both sides. There is a lot at stake on Tuesday and I hope the referee understands that. It would be tragic if Roy Keane were to miss out again. - [21] Mr Agent speaking - Posted Monday, April 29, 2002 by tb: As supposed Utd target, Racing club goalkeeper Campagnuolo utters the usual mantra. I am very flattered to be linked with Manchester United. Roughly translates to: We spoke to the receptionist! - [20] Weber in Ingerlund squad - Posted Monday, April 29, 2002 by tb: Danny Weber is in the Ingerlund U20 sqaud for tournament in Toulon during the summer. - [19] Fergie talks up yonners - Posted Monday, April 29, 2002 by tb: Bolton may be relaxed now they are safe but I know Sam Allardyce as a person. He embodies the character of him in his team. They will do their best and that is all we can ask for. - [18] Ruud on Leverkusen - Posted Monday, April 29, 2002 by tb: 'M' word alert! It was fantastic to win and score at Ipswich but now we have a massive game in Germany against Bayer Leverkusen. One game and one win and you are in the final. It will be a very difficult game but with our quality it is possible to do it. Leverkusen lost on Saturday while we were winning but Tuesday is a game on its own. It will be fantastic. We know what we have to do and that is the most important thing. - [18] Ruud on Tractor boys game - Posted Monday, April 29, 2002 by tb: We deserved to win the match. A lot of players were left at home with little injuries and others were on the bench who normally play. But that was a big compliment to the lads who played at Portman Road. It was a fantastic performance. We knew Liverpool were a point ahead at the start of the day and we wanted them to slip up and they did. But we still had to win ourselves otherwise wed have gained no advantage from Liverpool losing. We have put the pressure back on Arsenal and thats what weve tried to do. Weve tried to win all our games left and weve done well. - [17] Ruud: I don't wear Speedo's - Posted Monday, April 29, 2002 by tb: I went to head the ball and the defender pulled me down so I couldnt head it. It was a clear decision to me. I then just focused on the penalty kick. - [16] Fergie: We will do better - Posted Monday, April 29, 2002 by tb: We will play better tomorrow night Away from home we have been terrific in Europe and we will perform much better in Germany than we did at Old Trafford. Hopefully thats good enough to win the match. - [15] Fergie: It's the normal Utd way of doing things - Posted Monday, April 29, 2002 by tb: They were celebrating at the end of the game and that gave me a bit of hope because my belief in life is that you dont take things for
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [13] Claudio Lopez: JSV happy with Lazio interest - Posted Saturday, April 27, 2002 by tb: At the time he was in Rome, Veron slept in my house and he has great memories of Rome. He is very happy that Lazio are again interested in him, - [12] Giggsy: Arse better than us - Posted Saturday, April 27, 2002 by tb: 'Arsenal, definitely, even though they're our football rivals, as a football fan it's exciting to watch the likes of Robert Pires and Thierry Henry.' - [11] Giggsy on injuries - Posted Saturday, April 27, 2002 by tb: 'It's probably been my worst season in terms of frustration. I feel like every time I go on the pitch I get better but there've been so many interruptions. 'I don't think I'm capable of say, 10 games in a row. Seven or eight maybe. But it doesn't matter to me if I miss one game because it makes me sharper for the others. It's getting a balance.' - [10] Book claims Sven was ours - Posted Saturday, April 27, 2002 by tb: Michael Cricks new biography on Fergie quotes sources high up in FA 'United offered the job to Sven,' He was very keen to do it, all set to go. It's amazing in some ways, but I don't think Sven enjoys being England manager that much. He has made plenty of noises about wanting to get back into the day-to-day drug that is club football.' - [9] Sven on the Metatarsus 2 - Posted Saturday, April 27, 2002 by tb: I have no idea whether Beckham will be fit. I'm saying he will be fit with my heart and not with my head. But with Gary Neville, I'm not optimistic. It is heart- breaking for him. I feel very sorry for him. - [8] Marcus Stewart on game - Posted Saturday, April 27, 2002 by tb: United will approach the game knowing they have to beat us to stay in with a chance of the title. Personally, I think Arsenal will win it. United will have a go at us, whatever team they field - but I believe we have a chance of beating them. - [7] Wenger sticks fingers in ears - Posted Saturday, April 27, 2002 by tb: I respect Alex but I am ignoring his comments in the same way I ignore all comments about Arsenal. What is said does not influence us in any way. I am in a no-win situation. If I say we will win the championship, some people don't like it. We are four points clear and if I said we couldn't win the title, a lot more people wouldn't like that either! Simply, the title is down to us and how we play. The belief and determination of my team is so high it means we will just keep going. - [6] Sheep to be let out of pen - Posted Saturday, April 27, 2002 by tb: Sven wants Bowyer Woodgate Both he and Jonathan Woodgate have had a difficult year or two. We have a lot of good midfielders in this country so the competition is very hard. But at some stage, I am going to pick both of them, very soon after the World Cup. - [5] Gareth Cheeseman strikes again - Posted Saturday, April 27, 2002 by tb: From Ananova: A council employee resigned in San Diego after topless girls appeared on a screen during a sexual harassment seminar. An internal investigation found the person was responsible for the images inadvertently flashing onto the screen last week. Council staff and police officers attending the compulsory seminar had just watched a Powerpoint presentation. While the picture appeared to depict underage girls, police haven't determined if it's child pornography. The employee, who hasn't been named came forward after the investigation began and later resigned. It's not known if they resigned because of the incident. But city spokesman Don Williamson said: I guess we can certainly assume it was because of that. - [4] Sourness to reunite Dwight and Andy? - Posted Saturday, April 27, 2002 by tb: We have to make sure which division we are playing in next season before we start to bring players in. If we stay up then we will look at better quality players - and not so long ago, Dwight and Andy Cole were the best in Europe. - [3] Fergie: Ta-ra Dwight - Posted Saturday, April 27, 2002 by tb: Dwight
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [39] More from Bayer chief - Posted Thursday, April 25, 2002 by bar-knee: Klaus Toppmoller We were unlucky with the goal that was deflected because it would have gone past the post . We were also unlucky with the second goal as Michael Ballack was impeded in midfield. People have talked about Yildiray Basturk diving at Arsenal and Liverpool but, if you like, for Uniteds penalty there was no need for the player to fall over. That penalty decision can be challenged. I think it is important to be fair in such important games, and I put my opinion openly and frankly. I know my lads very well and after the result at the weekend, I knew what I could look forward to. We played in a very compact fashion and early in the game caused problems for Manchester United. The players were very unhappy to go a goal down but didnt want to throw themselves forward as it would open us up to counter-attacks by excellent players like van Nistelrooy and Ryan Giggs. Of course we are pleased with the result but I give a warning that Manchester United are a top team capable of gaining a re! sult in Leverkusen. And of course next Tuesday Roy Keane will be fit to take a more positive role in their team. - [38] Bitter? - Posted Thursday, April 25, 2002 by bar-knee: City chief operating officer Chris Bird We can confirm that we have held discussions with Stefan Effenberg over the last few days, but he will not be joining us. 'Cos the german found out, you didn't play in Red' - [37] Keane hopes to be fit - Posted Thursday, April 25, 2002 by bar-knee: I will get some hard training done over the next couple of days and it will be the managers decision. Hopefully I will make it - [36] Keano rallies troops - Posted Thursday, April 25, 2002 by bar-knee: We need to produce a performance like we did in Turin against Juventus in 99 now. A must-win situation suits us. Thats the way we play. Its the same kind of scenario to Turin. We were fairly outplayed against Juve three years ago at Old Trafford but we got a draw in the end and then won in Italy. Fingers crossed we can do it again. - [35] Toiletgate - the fall out - Posted Thursday, April 25, 2002 by bar-knee: A friend of Robbie Savage said: Robbie can't believe what's happened. He needed to go to the toilet because of a stomach upset and the nearest one was in the referee's room. He said he used the loo and flushed. He told me that, as he came out of the cubicle, Graham Poll said to him 'now wash your hands'. But he didn't think he had time because he was due out on the pitch. As he was going out he pretended to put his hands on the assessor's jacket and everyone laughed. In fact, Poll was in the boot room joking about it to the other Leicester players. Robbie had no idea he'd be reporting him for that. Now it's as if Robbie has disgraced the name of Leicester when all he has done wrong is used a toilet he shouldn't have and not washed his hands. He realises now he was pretty daft to put his hand near the jacket but it was just a spur-of-the-moment joke. His agent He's on a course of tablets which only made him more desperate to use the toilet. All the loos in the Leicester dressing room were engaged and there was nowhere else for him to go. Even when the fourth official went in they were all laughing and joking about it. Never once was Robbie told to leave or that he shouldn't be in there. If someone knocks on your door and asks if they can use your toilet, who would say no? The referee even carried on the joke during the game. When Robbie made a poor pass he turned to him and said: 'That's as bad as what you left in my room'. Robbie laughed and replied 'That's c***'. - [34] bayer chief wants the league - Posted Thursday, April 25, 2002 by bar-knee: We can become German champions and I really believe we will. Anything else will be a bonus. - [33] Piece of the day - Posted Thursday, April 25, 2002 by bar-knee: Excerpts from Alan Smith piece in Telegraph 'Doubtless Veron will learn. His critics have ignored the complications involved with moving to a foreign land and, most importantly, adjusting to the frenetic demands of English footall. Look no further than the example of Arsenal's Robert Pires, voted Player of the Year this
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [34] Bayer coach: League more important - Posted Wednesday, April 24, 2002 by tb: It's a shame that David Beckham and Roy Keane are not playing, because in the semi-finals it is best for all players to be available to play. I am looking forward to it immensely - the question of how we keep hold of Ryan Giggs, how we control Veron, as well as coping with van Nistelrooy. These are the questions I am excited about. We are lucky to have all of our players fit, so we can start with our best eleven, and we are lucky to be playing the first game away. But the Bundelsiga title is more important to us, never having won it. - [33] More scouse praise - Posted Wednesday, April 24, 2002 by tb: Alan Kennedy in the MEN: Ryan Giggs could be a key because if Sir Alex Ferguson plays him in the role behind Ruud van Nistelrooy then Ballack may have to concentrate his effort on looking after Ryan. said Kennedy. It would be strange for Ballack to have to look after someone else. Kennedy warns that Ballack may only hit his true heights next week in Germany in the second leg just as he did against the Anfielders to turn a 1-0 deficit into a 5-3 quarter final triumph. United have more than enough quality in their own midfield to look after him. Possibly a big mistake for Liverpool was taking Didi Hamann off because that allowed Ballack to go on even more forays forward. United will certainly have to be very aware of his threat. But I expect United will make it through to the final. They are scoring and not conceding many and that will suit a tie against Bayer Leverkusen. - [32] Hoolahoop's dream team - Posted Wednesday, April 24, 2002 by tb: From the MEN HOULLIERS DREAM TEAM: (1992-2002): Kahn (Bayern); Tassotti (AC Milan), Roberto Carlos (Real Madrid), Franco Baresi (AC Milan), Maldini (AC Milan); Beckham (United), Keane (United) Rijkaard (Ajax/AC Milan), Giggs (United); Raul (Real Madrid), Shevchenko (AC Milan). Well, lets face it, none of the above are likely to risk their hubcaps in reality are they! - [31] In other words, we aint interested - Posted Wednesday, April 24, 2002 by tb: David Weir on move from the toffees: I have heard the Manchester United talk, but I don't think there is anything much in it. Things like this come up from time to time. As far as I'm concerned I'm happy here at Everton, and for me it is a great club. I want to stay here and be part of what is happening with the new manager. When I came here from Hearts there were other clubs in for me, but Everton was the right club at the right time and for me nothing has changed. I like it at Goodison, I'm happy and I don't want to leave. Nice try Mr Agent! - [30] Weather for next week - Posted Wednesday, April 24, 2002 by tb: Thanks to Weatherman Derek for the following: Hi guys, in case anyones going the Cologne area weather isn't up to much from Saturday onwards, chilly at night, so-so in the daytime with rain likely for some of the time. Derek Cologne Weather outlook 27th April ~ 1st May Sat 27 Apr Cloudy 10°C 3°C Sun Index: 4 Low Sun 28 Apr Rain 12°C 3°C Sun Index: 2 Minimal Mon 29 Apr Scattered Showers 12°C 4°C Sun Index: 4 Low Tue 30 Apr Mostly Cloudy 13°C 4°C Sun Index: 4 Low Wed 1 May Cloudy 14°C 5°C - [29] More Fergie on Bayer - Posted Wednesday, April 24, 2002 by bar-knee: Complacency is a big danger, but I think we have afforded the proper credit to Leverkusen and their coach. It's fantastic what they have achieved. I know they have been second so many times so I hope they win the league because they are the best team in Germany. OK they had a bad result on Saturday when they lost to Werder Bremen, but I hope they win the league. - [28] More Fergie on 1999 - Posted Wednesday, April 24, 2002 by bar-knee: It was a rollercoaster in 1999. It never stopped. We were playing Saturday-Wednesday-Saturday-Wednesday. The real likeness is in the spirit. Like then, the spirit now is very good. The players are a great bunch of lads and whatever they achieve they do it together. Of course we wish Roy Keane and David Beckham were playing, but there's something about this team's spirit. And the spirit of this team will make sure that we
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [25] Eric beach football tournament - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: Tickets are now on sale through ticketmaster for the Kronenbourg Cup in Brighton priced £7.50 a day, Saturday 1st June through to Monday. Doors open at 1.15 for 2.00 start although no more confirmed details about participants. Thanks to Arif for that - [24] Tonight's fixtures - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: Barcelona v Real Madrid (19.45) Premiership Blackburn v Newcastle (20.00) Fulham v Bolton (19.45) - [23] More team news - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: their striker Thomas Brdaric out with an ankle injury. - [22] More from Gary Nev - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: They've beaten a very difficult side in Liverpool. They came out of a group with Juventus, Deportivo and Arsenal. They topped that group, which was no mean feat, and it was an amazing achievement. They're of the Bundesliga which is a strong league and they're going to be very difficult to beat. We are going to have to be at our very best to beat them over the two games. But we like to think that they're going to have to play to their best as well. We're both two footballing teams and that's a good thing because that means we will try and beat each other. - [21] Coruna player still feeling the Becks heat - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: Aldo Duscher Referees' attitudes to me have changed. Against Valencia, the ref recognised me and then gave me a yellow card. He wouldn't have done that if it had been anyone else. This has been the worst period of my professional career, and it all started with the Beckham collision. I can´t even think about the persecution all the time because I wouldn´t be able to play as I know and if I don't, then it wouldn´t be me. Everybody can have their opinion. All I must do is playing as good as possible. I have never known anything like it. It is incredible that this sort of thing happens over an incident in a football match. I am constantly looking behind me to find journalists digging into my private life. For me, the subject is now closed. I have completely forgotten it and my only wish is that Beckham recovers as quickly as possible so he can play in the World Cup. - [20] Tempting fate, part 2 - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: Further to the tempting fate (article 4 in Red News today), the last time Manchester City won Division 1 was 1968, and who won the European Cup that year? Iain - [19] Michael Knighton kicks off again - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: Saying he will take Carlisle out of the league because of all the abuse he gets from fans and the local media Carlisle and Cumbria Independent Supporters' Trust chairman, Lord Clarke of Windermere He said that he'd had enough and that the people of Carlisle didn't deserve a Football League team, and he'd decided he was going to take the team out of the League. He was going to board up the ground and put up bills saying CCUIST killed this club by insulting the Knighton family once too often. He said the fans could march around the ground as often as they liked but all they would see would be weeds growing. He was also going to be in touch with the Football League to see if another team could come up from the Conference to take Carlisle United's place. - [18] Bayer chief on the game - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: Klaus Toppmoller We want to play very safe in defence. Now we do not have the time to worry about this latest setback. We have to try to win back our verve at Old Trafford and then take it to the second leg. - [17] Veron fit and playing - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: tomorrow according to the SUN - [16] Gary Nev confident - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: The first leg is at home and you hope that you can take a lead over to Germany. People think sometimes that you must not concede an away goal, but I just think you just need to take a lead. If you win both games you go through, thats the main thing.
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [33 ] Trophy Caption Contest? - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by redend: Check out this genuine picture on the http://www.rednews.co.uk/forum/RED.php RED FORUM under the thread Blame RedViper Or click http://forum.rednews.co.uk/cgi-bin/dcforum/dcboard.cgi?az=read_countom=873forum=DCForumID2 HERE for direct link to thread. Any suggestions for alternative captions should be posted on the forum. - [32] Fans shot in Brazil - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: From PA 'Four Brazilian football fans have been shot after a match by people believed to be fans from a rival team. They are all in a stable condition at a Sao Paulo hospital after two men on a motorcycle parked opened fire. The four Palmeiras fans were walking along a street next to the Morumbi stadium, home to local rivals Sao Paulo after a 1-1 draw between the sides.' - [31] Not meaning to tempt fate - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: Part 3 Not to Tempt fate again but Since the Depor defeat at OT in October our Euro record reads W D L F A 64 022 6 Shows how we have improved since the early season blips especially at the back! Regards Sharky - [30] The biggest Chubbing of them all - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: It's hard to find a person this morning who hasn't learnt that they've been Chubbed for the game next week - even those who have been to 3 or 4 euros this season. We do hope that those chubbed who are travelling unofficially wouldn't have stood a better chance if they'd hav opted for any official trips. [Err ... they would.] - [29] Gary Nev comments in full - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: The first leg is at home and we would hope to take a lead over to Germany. Some people might get in a fix saying it's better not to concede an away goal but I just think you need to take a lead and if you win both games you go through. We have just got to win at home and win away, simple as that. I don't think we should get in a fix about keeping it tight and not conceding an away goal. Let's just go and play our normal game and try and win. That's what we did against Deportivo home and away and we did very well. Leverkusen have beaten a very difficult side in Liverpool and come out of a group involving Juventus, Deportivo and Arsenal, which is no mean achievement. They topped that group and are top of the Bundesliga, which is a strong league. They are going to be so difficult to beat and we are going to have to be at our best to beat them over the two legs, but I would like to think they will have to play at their best as well. - [28] Fergie on Paul Scholes - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: Paul had a bad start to the season like a lot of us. But with the focus now firmly on winning games and having to produce your best form he has not been left behind. Paul has come to the fore with his performances. He has been absolutely marvellous in the last few weeks. Its not down to taking responsibility because of the losses of Roy Keane and David Beckham, Pauls form was coming anyway. The last few weeks have been terrific from him. Hes a key figure now but he has always been a key figure. I thought Paul was marvellous on Saturday at Chelsea and it was possibly one of his best displays of the season. He has composure, a competitive spirit, a good passer and he can score a goal. He has the things you look for in a top player. - [27] Fergie praises midfield - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by bar-knee: I am very fortunate to have what I consider the best midfield players in Europe. We have tremendous players in that department. - [26] NEXT YEAR'S SEASON TICKET - Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2002 by redend: Alex Plypin starts the annual season ticket prices wailing contest: To go with the Gas, Electric, 'Phone, Rates that always land at around this time, not to mention the Tax Form that I have had every year since I had the temerity to claim a refund, this morning brought my demand for next season's ticket. The price has been `perked up a bit' - 5% to be exact - which is a bloody sight more than my pay award is likely to be - if I get one.
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [32] More Fergie on Bayer - Posted Monday, April 22, 2002 by bar-knee: You dont get top of the Bundesliga by accident. They are four points clear of Bayern Munich and that shows the standard they are playing at the moment. I think theyll win the Bundesliga and it wont be easy for us on Wednesday. Its going to be a test. They are an attacking side and they will certainly try to win the game at Old Trafford. If you think about their performance against Liverpool at Anfield, for instance, where they dominated the possession of the game and really had Liverpool defending the whole match. It tells you the ambition of the side and their coach Klaus Toppmoeller who I think has done a fantastic job for them. Like all good teams they have one or two very good individual players in their side like Yildiray Basturk and Ze Roberto. I wouldnt have preferred Liverpool in the semi really. You go into the European Cup hoping to get challenges like we are going to get on Wednesday. I was surprised about Michael Ballack when looking at our notes on them to see he has 31 goals from midfield, well, say no more! We have our work cut out but equally it is a game in which well score. - [31] Fergie urges caution - Posted Monday, April 22, 2002 by bar-knee: A lot of people have got us in the final already but this is a difficult game against a very good attacking team. I am not surprised to see Bayer Leverkusen in the last four of the Champions League because they are a very, very good football team. - [30] Succint John Terry - Posted Monday, April 22, 2002 by bar-knee: Hones. They were taking the p*ss out of us. - [29] The mystery of life at Stamford Bridge - Posted Monday, April 22, 2002 by bar-knee: Claudio Ranieri We never found the solution to shoot at goal - [29] Barca and Real - the facts - Posted Monday, April 22, 2002 by bar-knee: Some anoraky facts and figures on Barca and Real from a UEFA media bulletin The clubs have won 120 pieces of silverware between them - Barca 57 and Real 63 Real won a record 28 Spanish Championships to Barca's 16 Real (10) and Barca (8) are the two most successful club sides in the history of European football with, er, 18 trophies between them Between them Barca and Real have played almost 700 European ties Awarding 2 points for a win, only Real and Bayern Munich have a century of points with Barca 4th on 79. Bayern 101, Real 100, United 98, Barca 79 Only Dynamo Kiev (4-0 in 97/8), Bayern (2-1 in 98/9) and AC Milan (2-0 in 00/1) have beaten Barca in the CL and the Nou Camp Prior to Tuesday's game Manchester United have played most CL games - 77 - with Bayern next on 76 and Real on 74 However Real top the wins chart with 44, Bayern on 39 and United 38 Real (152), United (136), Barca (127), Bayern (115) and Juve (106) are the only CL centurions of goals Real and Barca have met on 190 first class occasions dating back to May 1902 but only 4 of those games have been in Europe The first meeting was in the European Cup in April 1960 when Barcelona, without the likes of Kubala and Czibor because of a wage dispute for the tie at the Bernabeu, lost both games 3-1 with Puskas scoring 3 times and di Stefano twice. Real went on to beat Eintracht 7-3 in the Hampden Park final 6 months later revenge was sweet. In the first round in Nov 1960 Barca became the first side to knock Real out of the EC. In Madrid English referee Arthur Ellis awarded Barca a late penalty which Luis Suarez converted to make it 2-2 - the first time Real had not won a home EC tie. In the return leg Barca won 2-1 thanks to a flying header by Evaristo. Real have not won at the Nou Camp since 22.10.83 (2-1) Do not expect a similar result to one in 1942/3 when the teams drew 5-5 - [28] More Bayer over confidence? - Posted Monday, April 22, 2002 by bar-knee: Bayer's Croatian Jurica Vranjes We are lucky that Beckham is missing. Beckham is half their team. It is going to be great game. We really want to beat United. They have a very good team, but it's hard to replace Beckham. That is our chance to reach the final. - [27] Quote of the day - Posted Monday, April 22, 2002 by bar-knee: From Guardian match report 'In his 15 years at Old Trafford, Alex Ferguson can never have witnessed
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [20] Top 3 tonight - Posted Saturday, April 20, 2002 by tb: After Derby lay down and get relegated at Anfailed: Liverpool 35 74 Man Utd35 73 Arsenal33 72 - [19] Fergie on Leverkusen - Posted Saturday, April 20, 2002 by tb: I think that you saw from both games against Liverpool they are an outstanding football team, he said. Their football won the second game against Liverpool and for us now it's a challenge to play against that type of football. You've got to use imagination and discipline against them, but I think we've got a chance. - [18] Fergie on Wednesday night - Posted Saturday, April 20, 2002 by tb: On the injuries: These things happen in football. That's why we have what we consider to be a very strong pool of players. If you look at the maturity of Nicky Butt's performance against Deportivo La Coruna in both legs you would say that we are fortunate to have a player like him. We have Paul Scholes coming back from his one-match suspension so I'm not without hope for the semi-final. I'm sure Juan Veron will be okay for the first leg after a recurrence of his Achilles and we have Ryan Giggs and Quinton Fortune. You look at the performance of Giggs against Deportivo and the front players Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ruud van Nistelrooy and I think there are a lot of positive things for us. The players have handled this before. It's not as if it's something that has dropped out of the sky. - [17] Rent Boy sulks over having the mickey taken - Posted Saturday, April 20, 2002 by tb: John Terry: It was poor right from the word go.. But fair play to them, they were a different class. They were keeping the ball and taking the mick out of us to be honest and deserved the win. It was embarrassing and I could not wait for the whistle. But that is what they are about - they can keep the ball for fun and make it difficult for teams. - [16] Fergie hails the defence - Posted Saturday, April 20, 2002 by tb: They have two of the best strikers in the business and to make sure you don't have a goal against you in that situation speaks volumes. I am very pleased for Wes Brown because he has had a torrid time. If it had not been for injuries, I think he would have been going to Japan for the World Cup. I think he is an outstanding player and you just pray now that the boy gets a break, stays clear of injuries and we will get more performances like that from him. - [15] Fergie on title - Posted Saturday, April 20, 2002 by tb: We just have to sit and wait - it is a long wait for Arsenal too, he said. Anything can happen in football. We have done our job right today. The form of the team is fabulous and we just look forward to Wednesday night now. We are waiting on a result tomorrow that would help us. That is the situation we are in. Arsene is quite right, he is in the driving position - but we will just have to wait and see. Ipswich are fighting for their lives. All the people down at Ipswich will be hoping they can get a result which will save them from relegation. You have got to think Ipswich will be doing their very best. If the game against Arsenal comes to Old Trafford and we maybe need to win it to win the league, it will be an incredible atmosphere. - [14] Sir Nicholas Butt on Rent Boys victory - Posted Saturday, April 20, 2002 by tb: And he was Sky's Man of the Match: All we can do is win all of our games and hope others slip up. We got a good start and got the goal - that is always important in big games like this. If we can keep winning who knows? We could yet win league yet. There were a lot of great performances out there. It was a good team effort and the lads up front were great. Every game we go into, we expect to win if we play at our best and that is all we can do. We can't have any impact on any other results and will be training tomorrow ahead of the Champions League semi-final with Bayer Leverkusen. - [13] Latest team news - Posted Saturday, April 20, 2002 by redend: Latest team news: Veron out Barthez plays - despite rumours it would be Roy Carroll (whose confidence must be high after this week) Wes Brown comes in alongside Larry, despite missing midweek England
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [34] Veron to start tomorrow - Posted Friday, April 19, 2002 by bar-knee: So reckons the MEN - [33] We've got that Micky Phelan, whow that Micky Phelan - Posted Friday, April 19, 2002 by bar-knee: The man himself took charge of the MUTV pre-match team talk about Chelsea, this from the official site Injuries Every one's back from international duty fit and ready, they've all been training. You can't prepare for making every player fit. We've got a game against Chelsea and then we'll move on to the next one. So whatever team plays against Chelsea will be the team to try and get the result there, and then we'll move on to the game on Wednesday and hope fully progress in that. Last match against Chelsea It was a 3-0 defeat but at the time it was probably fair to say weren't at our best. We'll be a different opposition this time. Saturday's match It's going to be tough - a nice early kick off for a change and I think the players will be ready to put in a good performance. The players adjust to play at any time, as and when and at this club you've got to be prepared to play as and when and where. We've prepared well and we'll be ready for it to get on with the game. Little bits of planning come into it, always have done. The players are aware that with the travelling in the week the rests have got to be taken care of and I'm sure the players will have a good rest Friday night and wake up nice and fresh. It's a game of football just the same and we approach the game just the same. We play on Saturday and some teams play on Sunday. It's a match that we've got to win and we'll be doing our best to do that. Chelsea's form Chelsea at the moment are on an upward surge. They have become quite a decent side in last few months and they're showing signs of improvement all the time. They are a team that on the day they can perform with the best. We also know now that we're in for prizes and we've got to maintain our performances all the way though. It's got the makings of a very good game. Both sides can score goals and we could be in for a treat. Both are exceptionally good sides. There's talent in abundance in both sets of teams. So all in all we may have a spectacle. Strikers I think their strikers have shown very good understanding. Hasselbaink has definitely come to form, everyone knows he's very powerful and he can score goals from anywhere. Gudjohnsen is improving all the time and they're starting to form a great partnership. So it's an area we're just going to have to look out for. With Ruud and Ole, we've got four players out of two teams and you know if those four play to their potential we're in for a great game. I think in the dressing room the players and the staff are very pleased with Ruud's contribution and I think with the season he's had, but also the season before that with his injury, he's been excellent. He's come back to claim such a good honour as the PFA award. To score the goals he's scored and to give everyone at this club a lift has been terrific. So we're all pleased. - [32] Get the current Red News next Wednesday - Posted Friday, April 19, 2002 by bar-knee: You can get a copy of the current issue of Red News - issue 85 - before the game on Wednesday. Just 31.50. Help us with our costs by bagging a copy. We will also have a special offer package for this game only where you can get a joint package of Great United Songs and our Fergie Special - just £2 for the pair - bag it while you can! - [31] Fans United - Posted Friday, April 19, 2002 by bar-knee: Press Release A joint fans protest to UEFA. RIVAL fans have united to lobby football's governing body and end a policy that promotes ticket touting and disorder. Independent supporters' groups from Champions' League semi-finalists Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester United and Bayer Leverkusen have signed a joint letter of protest at UEFA's decision to give almost half of the tickets for this year's final to neutral spectators and corporate guests. Glasgow's Hampden Park, which will host the final on 15 May, seats 52,500 fans. UEFA has announced that 24,500 tickets will go to businesses and neutrals. The clubs will receive 14,000 each, of which a further proportion will be sold to executive spectators. The supporters, brought together by the Eurofans campaign, warn that tens of thousands of ticketless fans will travel to Hampden and buy tickets for inflated prices on the
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [34] Wenger gets bombarded with offers - Posted Thursday, April 18, 2002 by bar-knee: for players off agents. He's switched his phone off. Get him. It has been unbelievable in the last few weeks. I've been getting 50 calls a day, offering me the opportunity to sign this or that player. The faxes are pouring into my office all the time. Some of them come from other clubs, most of them come from agents. I have lost count of the number of players we have been linked with recently. But I've never even heard of some of the guys I'm supposed to be signing. - [33] Becks looks on bright side - Posted Thursday, April 18, 2002 by bar-knee: It could be worse. I could be getting injured in the next couple of weeks. The way Ive got to look at it is I cant get injured now for the rest of the season. - [32] Fergie on Becks - Posted Thursday, April 18, 2002 by bar-knee: David will have a smaller pot put on his leg next week. That will then allow him to do some bike work but it will be three days before we re-examine the injury. At this stage I am still not hopeful for him for United but he should be okay for the World Cup. - [31] Ronny Johnsen update - Posted Thursday, April 18, 2002 by bar-knee: From MEN 'Despite suffering hamstring damage against Deportivo last week defender Johnsen still had to report for international duty for Norway in their friendly against Sweden. Its ridiculous because all theyve done is send him back again and he could have been having treatment here with us instead of flying out and flying back again, Fergie says. Johnsen is still scheduled to be out of action for another two or three weeks.' - [30] Veron has chance for Saturday - Posted Thursday, April 18, 2002 by bar-knee: Come on Seba Fergie Seba was feeling the injury again in the final 15 minutes of the Deportivo game and we took him off. Hes been having treatment in Rome once more and our doctor has spoken to the Lazio doctor about it. Seba will bring back the report with him today and well see what happens from there. Hell be okay for the Champions League semi on Wednesday against Bayer Leverkusen and Ill have to make a decision as to whether to leave him out to rest the heel further on Saturday against Chelsea. - [29] Massive name potential - Posted Thursday, April 18, 2002 by bar-knee: city are after the Italian striker Massimo Maccarone - surely Massive Maccarone in translation? - [28] Desperate for your copy of Red News? - Posted Thursday, April 18, 2002 by bar-knee: Remember you can always bag a copy during the week from either Sportspages branch, in Manchester at St Anns Square on Charing Cross Road in London. - [27] Chadwick gets chance - Posted Thursday, April 18, 2002 by bar-knee: Who knows, might bag Beckham's place for those last important games... Chadwick returns for the reserve game against Everton, being played at Old Trafford tonight. - [26] Collymore gets taste of own medicine - Posted Thursday, April 18, 2002 by bar-knee: From the Birdman heard on Radio 5 Live's phone-in last night. Stan Collymore is hosting the phone-in for no apparent reason, and goes to his last caller of the night - the build-up music for the news already playing. Stan - Last caller, from Milton Keynes,what's your point? Caller - Hello Stan - I just wanted to say that I think Sven should take you over to the World Cup Stan (clearly flattered - and utterly unable to see the sucker punch coming up) - Oh yes, why? Caller Well, you're an expert on beating Swedes. Stan Get him off! And straight into the news! Absolute classic live radio. - [25] Roy Carroll update - Posted Thursday, April 18, 2002 by bar-knee: This from a RN reader, thanks. 'Roy Carroll played the second half for Northern Ireland against Spain, unfortunately letting in four of the five goals. His first touch was picking the ball out of the net after 90 seconds. Despite letting four in, though he only made one mistake, spilling a shot for the Spanish striker to tap in. Indeed, he did look slightly disinterested. He was
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [27] Ooops - Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2002 by bar-knee: From today's Mirror 'EXCLUSIVE: Ferdinand will be England's skipper in the World Cup if Beckham KO'd By David McDonnell' Not quite. - [26] Senior Cup victory - Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2002 by bar-knee: Bury 0 United 1 But it's Bury-siddy in the Final United's goal from Muirhead BURY: Rowe, Tarsus, Kennedy, Thompson (Blackley), Abbiss, Maden, Morris, Winstanley, Whiteman, Martin (Morris), Whaley (Coote). Sub not used: Bell. UNITED: Williams, Clegg, Rankin, Tate, Cogger, Sampson, Mooniaruck (Johnson), Humphreys, Heath (Poole), Muirhead, Richardson. Subs not used: K Taylor, Jowsey, Sims. - [26] Bergkamp concern - Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2002 by bar-knee: We are top of the Premiership and in the cup final. Yes, the Double is still on but we have not won anything yet. In fact, we could easily have lost this game. We should be careful and must play a lot better or teams will punish us. - [25] Blanc hope? - Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2002 by bar-knee: his agent Oscar Damiani hints he might stay on for a year if United offer a deal. - [24] Kenyon dismisses Nesta talk - Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2002 by bar-knee: These stories are absolute rubbish. We are concentrating on finishing the season. We are not getting into transfer activity until the end of the season. - [23] Scottish chaos ahead? - Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2002 by bar-knee: From PA 'The 10 Scottish Premier League clubs outside of Celtic and Rangers have announced their intention to quit the league. The decision comes after the collapse of SPL TV last week, when Celtic and Rangers vetoed the proposed new television channel. The remaining clubs were angered by the decision, and have now proposed to resign from the SPL with two seasons' notice.' - [22] Wes Brown wants a game - Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2002 by bar-knee: I could be a little fitter but things are going well for me. You have always got to have hope that you will get into the squad. All I can do is look to get a few games under my belt and play well when I am selected. I know that I have to be playing regularly if I want to force my way into Svens squad. Ive only played a few reserve matches and in last weeks Champions League game against Deportivo La Coruna. No matter what, you want the best available England team to be fit for selection and, of course, I want Sol and Ugo to be ready for the World Cup. But if they arent other people will be selected and its up to them to take their chance. As for United, I dont know the gaffers plans. If Ronny Johnsen isnt going to be ready for the end of the campaign, hopefully he will pick me. Im just happy to getting a run of games again. - [21] Saint Michael trys to act Saintly - Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2002 by bar-knee: When the manager told me I was straight on the phone to mum and dad and friends and family. It was a complete surprise. People had been naming a few that could get it but it was a surprise and a pleasant one. (Being at Anfield) completes it all, in front of your home fans on the pitch you know best. It's something I've always dreamed of, to get it at 22 is sooner than I imagined. It's going to be a great occasion. Everyone knows David is the captain and we have Rio (Ferdinand) and Sol (Campbell) and they are big candidates. I am not expecting to be captain during the World Cup - I would jump at the chance - but there are plenty of others who are up to the job. - [20] Not just us who think it - Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2002 by bar-knee: The Times ' In a move that smacks of paranoia, Liverpool, second in the table, have asked for their home match against Blackburn Rovers moved to the same night as Manchester Uniteds match against Arsenal, removing any possible risk of collusion between their two championship rivals. ' - [19] Song of the day - Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2002 by bar-knee: Variation on the city are a massive club song. They've been in 7 different divisions in 8 years, They've been in 7 different divisions
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [25] pre-match anthem - Posted Monday, April 8, 2002 by bar-knee: Those of you following progress on the forum will know that a pre-kick off anthem for home games has been suggested with many Reds fancying The Red Flag. The club may even play it before kick off on Wednesday - so get these words printed off, and copy them off to mates...basically spread the word. United's flag is deepest red, It shrouded all our Munich dead, Before their limbs grew stiff and cold, Their heart's blood dyed it's ev'ry fold. Then raise United's banner high, Beneath it's shade we'll live and die, So keep the faith and never fear, We'll keep the Red Flag flying here. We'll never die, we'll never die, We'll never die, we'll never die, We'll keep the Red flag flying high, 'Cos Man United will never die - [24] Another new song - Posted Monday, April 8, 2002 by bar-knee: doing the rounds in a few Utd pubs, and inspired by Jon 'We'll win the european cup, and knock the scousers out...' tune down by the riversde - [23] news is a bit slow today - Posted Monday, April 8, 2002 by bar-knee: so this Becks story makes the PA newsdesk 'David Beckham has reportedly spent £150,000 on a heavily-armoured Mercedes that can withstand gunfire. It has inch-thick windows, a reinforced floor and an airtight passenger compartment in case of a gas attack. The unusual additions to the car have been made to protect his wife Victoria and son Brooklyn.' - [22] Juve mystery... - Posted Monday, April 8, 2002 by bar-knee: official quoted somewhere in the french press: We know that Manchester United are interested in 2 of our players. This was in a piece on Thuram. - [21] Giggs helps UNICEF campaign - Posted Monday, April 8, 2002 by bar-knee: From Ananova 'Ryan Giggs has launched a Unicef campaign to prevent landmines from killing children. The winger unveiled a poster close to Old Trafford showing two handprints and a footprint of a boy who had a leg blown off by a landmine. The poster is one of hundreds going on display across the country. Giggs, who has visited Unicef projects in Thailand, said: As a footballer I can't imagine life without the use of one of my legs. Sadly this is exactly what happens to thousands of children every year when they accidentally step on a landmine. It often occurs when they are out playing in the fields and before they know it their lives are in tatters. The billboard poster is of the prints of Candilo, a nine-year-old Angolan child, who last year had his leg blown off by a landmine. The youngster was trying to keep up with his older brother as they raced home and he trod on a mine. Unicef runs education programmes for children and communities on how to avoid landmines as well as providing physiotherapy and prosthetic limbs to those who have survived accidents. A Unicef spokesman said every day 26 children tread on landmines in wartorn areas across the world. People who want to support the campaign can get more information on the Unicef web site at www.unicef.org.uk. -- This email has been filtered for swear words which cause some email systems to block messages. --
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [19] Grand National tips - Posted Saturday, April 6, 2002 by redend: Use at your own risk etc but just a few tips we've been given by a mate who knows what he's doing (thanks to Sean for circulating this info) - although the National is a lottery of course but these are his tips to cover each way (first 5 places with http://www.sportingodds.co.uk/adserver/scripts/ict.dll?click?rnews3 SPORTING ODDS were: DAVIDS LAD 14/1 PARIS PIKE 11/1 FRANTIC TAN 50/1 STREAMSTOWN 50/1 I got them with these improved prices on http://www.sportingodds.co.uk/adserver/scripts/ict.dll?click?rnews3 SPORTING ODDS covered them all each way with small stakes: DAVIDS LAD 16/1 PARIS PIKE 12/1 FRANTIC TAN 66/1 STREAMSTOWN 66/1 http://www.sportingodds.co.uk/adserver/scripts/ict.dll?click?rnews1 Check http://www.rednews.co.uk to view the image which has been removed from plain text email version of news - [18] First Goalscorers - Posted Saturday, April 6, 2002 by redend: This season: van Nistelrooy 9 Solskjaer 5 Beckham 4 Giggs 3 Scholes 3 Veron 2 Johnsen 1 Phil Neville 1 Blanc 1 Odds: R.Van Nistelrooy 5/2 O.G.Solskjaer 9/2 D.Forlan 5/1 P.Scholes 8/1 R.Giggs 10/1 J.S.Veron 14/1 Q.Fortune 16/1 N.Butt 20/1 L.Blanc 25/1 D.Irwin 33/1 M.Silvestre 40/1 W.Brown 40/1 G.Neville 50/1 P.Neville 50/1 Bet with http://www.sportingodds.co.uk/adserver/scripts/ict.dll?click?rnews3 SPORTING ODDS - [17] Double result odds - Posted Saturday, April 6, 2002 by redend: Manchester United | Manchester United 4/6 Draw | Manchester United 100/30 Leicester City | Manchester United 20/1 Bet with http://www.sportingodds.co.uk/adserver/scripts/ict.dll?click?rnews3 SPORTING ODDS - [16] All time results - Posted Saturday, April 6, 2002 by redend: Leicester | wins | | | | draws | | | | Manchester | United | wins | | League | 31 | 26 | 52 | FA Cup | 0 | 0 | 2 | League Cup | 1 | 0 | 1 | Total | 32 | 26 | 55 | - [15] Match odds - Posted Saturday, April 6, 2002 by redend: Leicester City 15/2 Manchester United 2/7 Draw 7/2 Bet with http://www.sportingodds.co.uk/adserver/scripts/ict.dll?click?rnews3 SPORTING ODDS - [14] last 6 meetings - Posted Saturday, April 6, 2002 by redend: Premier Leicester City 0-3 Manchester United 14-10-2000 Premier Leicester City 0-2 Manchester United 18-03-2000 Premier Leicester City 2-6 Manchester United 16-01-1999 Premier Leicester City 0-0 Manchester United 23-08-1997 Premier Leicester City 2-2 Manchester United 03-05-1997 League Cup Leicester City 2-0 Manchester United 27-11-1996 - [13 ] Leicester United Form - Posted Saturday, April 6, 2002 by redend: Form (most recent on right) Leicester form LDDLWL home form LLLDLW games since win 1 games since loss 0 games since draw 3 home games since win 0 home games since loss 1 home games since draw 2 United form dWWLWW away form DD games since win 0 games since loss 2 games since draw 5 away games since win 0 away games since loss 8 away games since draw 4 - [12] Celtic and Rangers to come down south - Posted Saturday, April 6, 2002 by bar-knee: From the Guardian 'Celtic and Rangers have been approached by three Nationwide League chairmen about the possibility of them joining a reconstituted First Division in England. Indeed, the Old Firm sides are keen to be involved in any English restructuring following the collapse of the ITV Digital deal with the Football League. The Guardian can reveal that the first steps towards this have been taken by the 24 chairmen of the First Division clubs. They have drawn up a shortlist from which they will select a chief executive. He will represent the First Division clubs' interests independently of the Football League chief executive David Burns. They have also appointed a firm of consultants to look at the branding and marketing of the First Division. This is also an independent initiative and is understood to have caused anger at Football League board level. Some believe that these are initial moves in forming a division that will break away from the Football League in much the same way as the
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [46] Tristan happy for Becks - Posted Friday, April 5, 2002 by bar-knee: It is good news and I am very pleased to know there is nothing wrong with him. He is an important player for his team and if he has anything serious it would upset me. All of this is very annoying, it seems it is better not to speak to anybody because what they write is different to what you said. I have always said I am happy in La Coruna and want to do important things here. - [45] Tristan not bothered by Utd reaction next week - Posted Friday, April 5, 2002 by bar-knee: I don't care how they receive me, the most important thing is how they receive the team, and for us to be able to turn our situation around - [44] Well he shouldn't have done it should he? - Posted Friday, April 5, 2002 by bar-knee: Diego Tristan People are giving too much importance to what happened. It was a tackle where I arrived a bit late, but it was something that happens. I am very sorry and that's all. I told Beckham I was sorry in the game and also through an English newspaper and I think it should end there. People who know me, know it was not a normal tackle for me to make. I am hurt by the way the issue has been treated, what do people want me to do, go down on my knees to apologise? - [43] Saturday's games - Posted Friday, April 5, 2002 by bar-knee: Arsenal v Tottenham Bolton v Ipswich Chelsea v Everton Leicester v Man Utd (12.00) Middlesbrough v Aston Villa Southampton v Derby West Ham v Charlton - [42] Big Fat Ron tips Mickeys - Posted Friday, April 5, 2002 by bar-knee: Hmm From the Guardian - Ron Atkinson 'After the results Manchester United and Liverpool achieved this week I'd have my money on an all-English Champions League semi-final. But if one of our teams are going to slip up in the second leg, I feel it's more likely to be Sir Alex Ferguson's side. That might sound strange given that United are at home to Deportivo La Coruna with a 2-0 advantage, whereas Liverpool travel to Bayer Leverkusen leading 1-0. But I always fancy Liverpool away in Europe and United can't yet consider themselves home and dry. They'll be without two world-class midfielders in Roy Keane and Paul Scholes, because of injury and suspension, and possibly without David Beckham and Juan Sebastian Veron because of knocks. To lose all four would be a big blow against a side of Deportivo's quality. A personal hunch is that Beckham will be fit. Diego Tristan's tackle on him was scandalous but I don't think it will be a long-term problem for the England captain. If he does recover, United would have a strong midfield with Nicky Butt and Ryan Giggs. Veron would be the ideal fourth man but if he's not around I know who I'd draft in. Phil Neville has the know-how and the experience for the occasion. Although he's not a natural midfielder he could slot into the middle alongside Butt or even operate on the right, with Beckham in the playmaker role. The shame for United is the tie isn't out of sight. They gave a sensational performance on Tuesday and Giggs had two smashing situations in the second half. If he'd tucked one away Deportivo would be coming only for a cup of tea and a shopping expedition. As it is, the game's still open. Deportivo's 2-0 win at Highbury last month showed what they're capable of and they beat United at Old Trafford earlier in the season. If they get the first goal there may be some jitters. Even at 2-0 United have the problem of whether to charge for a third goal or sit on what they've got. I think they have to go forward positively but without being cavalier. If they overcommit and leave big gaps in midfield the Spaniards have players - Juan Carlos Valeron and Sergio - who can exploit that. Butt will be an important figure in the holding role.' - [41] More transfer gossip - Posted Friday, April 5, 2002 by bar-knee: we're after Marseille 's £10m-rated centre-half Daniel van Buyten, according to the Express. He's 24-year-old, Belgian and Fergie will watch him next week. - [40] Yeah right - Posted Friday, April 5, 2002 by bar-knee: Daily Star reports that Steffan Effenberg and Edgar Davids are targets for liddle old siddy. - [39] If Scholes is booked
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [17] Ole on Ruud part 9869875 - Posted Saturday, March 30, 2002 by tb: Ruud is a fantastic player and we work well together as a partnership. The service we receive is tremendous and I just hope we can keep it going for the rest of the season. - [16] Ole's got rhythm - Posted Saturday, March 30, 2002 by tb: This season has made a massive difference. Before, when I was playing one game and then left out for a couple, I never got into the match rhythm. Playing a full game, I know I don't have to do everything straight away, I can do other jobs. So I get a lot more pleasure from making an all-round contribution to the team. - [15] Giggsy: We haven't plated well in the big games - Posted Saturday, March 30, 2002 by tb: I think it's something we need to address and we always used to produce our best performances in the big games, said Giggs. We've not done that this year. A lot of the games have not gone our way and we've made mistakes. We have to get rid of those mistakes and start playing well again. Hopefully we can strike a rich vein of form when we play these games. Leeds and Chelsea away and Arsenal at home are big games for us. But we're pretty confident about going to their places and these are the places where you have to go if you want to win the League. We're looking forward to these games and we're up for it. - [14] Ole on the highs and lows - Posted Saturday, March 30, 2002 by tb: Yes, it is a worry. It's a 12-point swing when you lose twice to a team like Liverpool. We've had some real highs and real lows. I'd have to say the 3-0 defeat at home to Chelsea was maybe the worst feeling I've ever had walking off the pitch at Old Trafford. That was dreadful. The supporters had to look within themselves during the bad patch, to see if they really were fans or hangers-on. And the support was very good at that time. We know this is the time of the season when the Premiership and Champions League are going to be decided. We've been there before and I hope that experience might get us through it. If we are top of the League at the end of the season, I don't really care how we do it. It's so close it might come down to goal difference, and we'll do well if it comes to that. - [13] Panic on the streets of London - Posted Saturday, March 30, 2002 by tb: From Ananova: Premiership clubs set to scale back Premiership clubs have hit back at accusations that they are haemorrhaging football's wealth and contributing to the crisis facing smaller clubs. Professional Footballers' Association chief Gordon Taylor is the latest to call for a more even spread of future television revenues around every professional club. Taylor claims many small clubs will go to the wall if ITV Digital do not come up with the £180million they owe the game under the terms of their current broadcasting contract with the Football League. But Premiership chiefs insist the idea that every top-flight club has millions of pounds surplus is not true. And they say that they too will be left reeling by the consequences of ITV Digital's slide into administration. West Ham boss Glenn Roeder said: We're going to be like a lot of other clubs who won't have a lot of transfer cash this summer. Because of that I think that transfer fees and salaries will start to come down. What happened with ITV Digital is going to mean a shake-down. Every manager always whinges about wanting more money to spend but we also have a responsibility to make sure the club survives. The club is the most important thing. And even Arsenal say they will not be exempt from the effects. Hill-Wood said: There will be a knock-on effect on the Premier League. I think even in the Premier League there will be players and staff who will be cut. Some of the players released will still be on contract. This is a period of retrenchment for football. It has got to be. We've got to the limit of our spending. A lot of big clubs are struggling. - [12] Get it on a T shirt quick! - Posted Saturday, March 30, 2002 by tb: Juan love: 'It means nothing to me. I play for Manchester, not England. - [11] Veron will will fight, fight, fight for Utd - Posted Saturday, March 30, 2002 by tb: 'But I am working hard at Manchester. I do feel the
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? ?-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [27] Veron prefers national role? - Posted Friday, March 29, 2002 by bar-knee: I play more contained for Manchester. Here [with the national team] I play more to my liking. Well, I'm with my friends, we've known each other for a long time. - [26] Fergie not optimistic? - Posted Friday, March 29, 2002 by bar-knee: We need Arsenal to drop points now. They can only throw it away now. We have done fantastically well for a long while but the early-season form didn't allow us to make mistakes like the one last Saturday. In a normal league situation, a defeat like that would maybe have been all right if our form in the early part of the season had been fine, but we've been walking a tightrope all the time since that bad period. However, we'll get over it and have a right go. We have games coming up that we'll enjoy better like Leeds and Chelsea away. They are the kind of games the players enjoy. They are hard games but, nevertheless, they are games we like. - [25] Fergie shocked by Boro defeat - Posted Friday, March 29, 2002 by bar-knee: The Boro defeat was a bad result for us. It was a surprise defeat, that was the real shock. The team was flat there was no question about that. You look for reasons, the heavy pitch in Boavista, a European trip, that type of thing, but we've done it in the past when faced with things like that. There was no consistent link to tell you what was wrong on Saturday. But, nonetheless, it was a shock defeat and has put us on the back foot. - [24] Tomorrow's matches - Posted Friday, March 29, 2002 by bar-knee: PREMIERSHIP Arsenal v Sunderland Bolton v Aston Villa Chelsea v Derby Leeds v Man Utd (12.00) Leicester v Blackburn Liverpool v Charlton Middlesbrough v Tottenham (17.35) Southampton v Fulham West Ham v Ipswich - [23] Keano watch out - Posted Friday, March 29, 2002 by bar-knee: Ref tomorrow is DAVID ELLERAY, only reffed the Boro away game this season for us. He's sent off 2 players in 13 games so far. - [22] Sven on too many games - Posted Friday, March 29, 2002 by bar-knee: The players are always tired up in the head as well as in the legs. I have never been able to pick my first-choice squad. - [21] SUN reckons - Posted Friday, March 29, 2002 by bar-knee: That Paul Scholes (calf) and Ronny Johnsen (knee - but didn't the club say hamstring?) are doubtful for Leeds. - [20] Arse worried about wages too - Posted Friday, March 29, 2002 by bar-knee: Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood There will be a knock-on effect on the Premier League. I think even in the Premier League there will be players and staff who will be cut. We might let half a dozen players go at the end of this season. One or two players, like Lee Dixon, who is 38, and Tony Adams, may not have much longer to go. I don't know what Adams wants to do. Some of the players released will still be on contract. This is a period of retrenchment for football. It has got to be. We've got to the limit of our spending. A lot of big clubs are struggling. - [19] Sheep have problems - Posted Friday, March 29, 2002 by bar-knee: Not foot and mouth this time, although Lee Bowyer returns after his six match ban. Rio Ferdinand and Eirik Bakke will have fitness tests. - [19] Gary Nev on Joe Cole - Posted Friday, March 29, 2002 by bar-knee: a Utd target in the summer? In this country we seem to dwell on what the negatives are. The goal from Montella was unbelievable, a fantastic strike. It was more a case of something positive happening for Italy rather than it being something negative for us. Joe Cole looked very good. He had looked good in training and he has looked good in the past when he has been with the squad. He is making his mark, is a very confident player and he is going to be a big asset, a big power for England for a long time. - [18] More from Gary Nev - Posted Friday, March 29, 2002 by bar-knee: But the fact is we've got Leeds on Saturday at midday and then we fly out to La Coruna on Monday. It needs looking at.
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [16] Dutch praise for Becks - Posted Friday, February 15, 2002 by bar-knee: Dick Advocaat He is effective wherever he is operating because there is no doubt he is a world-class player, but he is most effective when he plays in central midfield, from where he can direct the play. His passing from there can do a lot of damage. Beckham was just tremendous, as he usually is when he plays for England. When you are on the bench, you can see just how hard he works for his players and how that is for the benefit of the team. He plays like a captain and he lifts the side by his example. When you look at his record, he very rarely misses a match for England and even at Manchester United it is only this season that his manager decided he needed a rest. - [15] More Ronnie Johnsen on comeback - Posted Friday, February 15, 2002 by bar-knee: I was happy to play a full game and I was also pleased with the way everything went and how I felt afterwards. I am just looking forward to the next match now. The physios are planning everything for me and maybe it will take a game or two more to get back. I just have to look forward. - [14] www.rednews.co.uk news service next week - Posted Friday, February 15, 2002 by bar-knee: We have an even larger proportion of RN operatives than usual jigging off to Nantes for the euro away next week and all the debauchary that it involves. Don't worry - I know you're not - unfrotunately a few of the lads aren't going and will be showing the milk of human kindness by producing news whilst we're away Monday-Thursday. It may just mean that the news during those days is produced throughout the day so keep checking the site but you can do your bit by sending any news items you have to help the cause to [EMAIL PROTECTED] thanks! - [13] Saturday's FA Cup games - Posted Friday, February 15, 2002 by bar-knee: Walsall v Fulham 12:00 Arsenal v Gillingham 15:00 Middlesbrough v Blackburn 15:00 West Brom v Cheltenham 15:00 - [12] Player rejects United move talk - Posted Friday, February 15, 2002 by bar-knee: Fulham's Steve Finnan: I signed a four-year deal with Fulham last summer and I couldn't be happier here. I'm at a club that is going places and I've no desire to play at Old Trafford or anywhere else. I think the same applies to all the Fulham players, especially the younger ones. The manager has been looking to tie us all up on long-term deals and he's got no intention of letting me or anyone else go. The chairman isn't exactly short of cash either, so there's really no need for the boss to even think about selling anyone. - [11] Fergie at the races - Posted Friday, February 15, 2002 by bar-knee: From the Mirror 'SIR ALEX FERGUSON took time out from his new contract talks with Manchester United, to do some four-legged talent spotting on Newmarket Heath yesterday morning. Despite recently agreeing to continue in the Old Trafford hot-seat for a further three years, Sir Alex is not cutting back on his bloodstock interests and has five horses in training including 2,000 Guineas contender Rock Of Gibraltar. Well wrapped-up against the wind, Sir Alex was whisked up to the Warren Hill training ground by Becky Dunlop, wife of trainer Ed, after he had flown in from Manchester by private jet. I couldn't have picked a better morning to come. It's always a great pleasure to be at Newmarket and enjoy the horses and fresh air, he said. I had 14 players on international duty last night, which is why I decided to come. There is a similar situation in three weeks time, so I may be back for another look, he added.' - [10] More fitness worries - Posted Friday, February 15, 2002 by bar-knee: From Ananova 'David Beckham and Fabien Barthez are doubtful for Manchester United's Champions League clash against Nantes on Wednesday. Beckham will have treatment over the weekend after aggravating an ankle injury during the draw against Holland. Barthez missed France's midweek game against Romania after pulling out with a back problem. He was missing from the United line-up last Sunday and earlier this week there was a scare when the club's television channel MUTV announced he could be out for up to a month. United are hoping it will not be that serious although stand-in Roy
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [38] Polish legend slates Barthez - Posted Wednesday, February 13, 2002 by bar-knee: Polish FA vice-president Zbigniew Boniek: France are the best team in the world. But Barthez, who I like very much, is not the best goalkeeper. He can vary between playing like the best in the world one day, then playing like someone in the park on a Sunday. He is perfectly prepared physically, but he is unstable. - [37] Culkin extends Livingstone loan - Posted Wednesday, February 13, 2002 by bar-knee: I came back down to sort out my future. I spoke to Sir Alex and he allowed me the opportunity to sign on for Livingston for another month. I didn't hesitate - I jumped at the chance because I have loved every minute of my time with Livingston. It has been absolutely brilliant and the lads anf the management team have been first class. The club is buzzing both on and off the field and it has a tremendous career move for me to play in Scotland. Things could not have worked out any better as far as I'm concerned. - [36] Gary Nev on Fergie - Posted Wednesday, February 13, 2002 by bar-knee: We've had a lot of success over the last nine or ten years, and a lot of that has been down to the boss. You don't know whether things would have been the same. We would have hoped the success would have continued, but you could never have been sure. Now we're carrying on with the same manager and we've been in the top two for the last nine years, winning trophies, and I don't think he's going to let that slip. I wouldn't be playing football for Manchester United if it wasn't for him. It's as simple as that because he gave me my chance and I'm not so sure there would have been other managers who would have done that. He paved the way for a lot of us to come through. - [35] Keane on his knee - Posted Wednesday, February 13, 2002 by bar-knee: My knee has improved, but I've had to work on it, doing stretching exercises and weight training to help the muscles around it. Once you've had major surgery on any part of your body, it will probably never be the same. That's fact, no matter how well you recover. Doing the stretching and the weights is something I will have to maintain for the rest of my career, but that's a small price to pay if it prevents anything further from happening. I just have to make sure I keep up the advice I've been given by the specialist. If I do that then I'll be okay, and if nothing further does happen then I will be delighted. But I'm well aware things can change. - [34] Silliest story yet - Posted Wednesday, February 13, 2002 by bar-knee: From the Mirror 'FANS are pestering Brooklyn Beckham for his autograph - even though he is only two years old. At his dad David's last home game for Manchester United, Brooklyn's mum Victoria was surrounded by fans armed with autograph books. But when she realised it was her young son they were after she burst out giggling, telling the star-struck fans: Don't be so ridiculous, he's only two. One onlooker at Old Trafford last weekend for Sunderland's visit said: It was very funny watching Victoria's reaction. She thought it was a wind-up at first, but then realised it was for real. She obviously couldn't believe anyone could be so stupid as to ask a toddler for his autograph. But she took it very well. Brooklyn celebrates his third birthday next month and has seen his mum and dad sign their name hundreds of times. But although he is said to love drawing, he is far too young to have mastered writing his own name. But if may not be too many years before Brooklyn is signing his autograph. His proud grandfather Ted - David's dad - says he is kicking a ball about already. He is much better than David was at that age, he said of his grandson.' - [33] Gary Nev happy - Posted Wednesday, February 13, 2002 by bar-knee: Just before Terry Venables gave me my first England cap in 1995, he told me that playing for England was hard work. He said you didn't get the credit you deserve but the pressure was greater than playing at club level. When I won the first cap, I never dreamed of getting 50. But if I make the squad for the World Cup, it will be my fourth leading tournament. It would be nice to be in a position some day to win one. That would be worth any number of caps. -
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [28] Mirror's take on Fergie decision - Posted Tuesday, February 5, 2002 by bar-knee: 'SIR ALEX Ferguson is ready to stay as Manchester United manager for TWO more years - after making a dramatic U-turn on his future. Ferguson has told chief executive Peter Kenyon and other leading officials that he would consider remaining in charge beyond his proposed retirement date at the end of the season. The United legend stunned the club's leaders with the news and now it is up to them to come back to him shortly and make the appointment official - or say 'no thanks'. Ferguson has maintained he would go at the end of this campaign, finishing his reign with the dream of the Champions League final at Hampden. However, there has been a shock change of mind in the past few days and sources close to both the manager and the club confirmed last night that he had now informed United of his thoughts. It will be a shock to Kenyon and company as they were well down the road with recruiting his successor. Now Ferguson is back in the frame. The reasons behind Ferguson's change of heart are only known to the man himself, but those near him think he has rekindled his desire lately.' - [27] United help Goma relief fund - Posted Tuesday, February 5, 2002 by bar-knee: By donating a signed Ruud shirt to the Goma relief fund. - [26] More from Stapleton - Posted Tuesday, February 5, 2002 by bar-knee: :It would lead to another 12 months of uncertainty if they did not make a clean break :now and get someone new. All the same problems that have come with Alex's final year :this time round would resurface. How much money would they commit to him, knowing the :new manager might not fancy the players? How would Alex himself really feel inside :about doing the job knowing it was just a stop-gap? And what about the players? They were preparing themselves for a new boss. They have been talking about giving Fergie a great send-off all season - that would all start again. Alex has been very successful but he could spoil it by hanging on and trying to do another year. I cannot understand how a club of the size of United cannot get exactly who they want. They need to identify their man and give him what he wants. That is really the club's problem - Alex has done his bit. - [25] Frank Stapleton - go Fergie - Posted Tuesday, February 5, 2002 by bar-knee: I do not think people realise just how stressful it is maintaining United's success. Just because you have a great team does not mean it runs itself. The success has been down to Alex's management but it can take it out of you. He is 60 now and we have seen what the job has done to Gerard Houllier. So my advice to Fergie would be to go through with his promise and finish in May. This season will already have taken an extra bit out of him. He has had to turn the side round after six defeats earlier in the season and he has done that amazingly well. But such situations take their toll. There is so much involved in the game and while Alex remains very fit, he should call it a day and enjoy the rest of his life. - [24] Jimmy Greaves - stay Fergie - Posted Tuesday, February 5, 2002 by bar-knee: Last bit of article in the SUN 'When United lost 1-0 to West Ham back in December, I thought they were gone - and maybe him as well. After all, he has been at the sharp end of it for 16 years with United alone and the pressure looked to have taken its toll. But one thing people should never do is under-estimate this man. He has hauled the situation round and put them back in pole position to lift an eighth title in his reign. I would not be surprised if he goes all the way in the Champions League too, although their failure to land a top-quality defender before the transfer deadline was puzzling. The Champions League final this year is, of course, at Hampden Park and what a fitting venue for a farewell party that would prove. But next season would be even better, with the final at Old Trafford. From United's point of view, if they cannot get the right man it is a very dangerous time for Ferguson to be leaving the helm. Liverpool and Leeds are developing great teams, Arsenal are a major force while Bobby Robson has something special going at Newcastle. Every one of them would love their own period of dominance if United's high standards start to slip. Without
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [32] United refute Veron to leave stories - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: again Utd say no go. Paddy Harverson He is perfectly entitled to go back to see his friends, his former team-mates in Rome. It is the sort of thing footballers always do. He is happy here in Manchester and he is not leaving us. - [31] Veron on - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: Getting a standing ovation when guest in the crowd at the Lazio game at the weekend I don't know how to thank the fans for their loyalty. I still have goose bumps when I think about the applause. I guess I must have left the fans with some good memories. I am extremely gratified and pleased...All that I can say is that I never close the door on anyone. - [30] Gary Neville is a Red - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: We could have scored more goals with a little bit of luck. There are 12 games to go and we can't make any mistakes. I don't know where that performance against Middlesbrough [the 2-0 FA Cup fourth-round defeat] came from, the whole day was wrong. We didn't perform or take the game by the scruff of the neck. - [29] Becks jokes - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: In the second half we kept the tempo up for a bit but it did eventually drop.It might have been a bit of tiredness, so maybe the manager will rest a few players. - [28] More from Reid - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: I thought it was our best spell just after we scored and we got a foothold in the game. Then they got a goal from a free-kick, a penalty and it was difficult. If the free-kick was for obstruction then I thought you couldn't strike it directly. I had a word with the referee to remind him there were two teams on the pitch. - [27] He got monkey on his head - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: Peter Reid We couldn't live with them from a defensive point of view. With Ryan Giggs running at you and Van Nistelrooy turning it's very difficult. - [26] More Sabre thanks in Italy - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: Of all the clubs I have played with, Lazio holds a special place in my heart. I have fond memories of Lazio and the fans, especially considering all the trophies won, four between league and cup. - [25] Veron on Lazio and United - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: I don't want to disappoint anyone. Not the Lazio fans, nor the club. All that I can say is that I never close the door on anyone. I am happy at Manchester United and for now I would like to stay there. But I am still young and I still have plenty of years left to play. - [24] Team from Saturday - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: Barthez, G.Neville, P.Neville, Blanc (OShea), Silvestre, Beckham, Keane (Butt), Scholes, Solskjaer, Van Nistelrooy, Giggs (Forlan). Subs not used: Irwin, Carroll. Booked: Blanc. - [23] United get Mackem praise - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: Claudio Reyna: United are getting better with each game. They seem to understand each other and get goals from everywhere. - [22] Euro round up - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: Nantes 3 Marseilles 1 Bayern 2 Leverkusen 0 - [21] The real reason Di Canio stayed - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: I have been under pressure. The brickie, the plumber, everybody who came to my house told me not to leave West Ham. Even the people down the laundry. And the man who comes to take care of my piranhas told me that if I left West Ham he would kill all my fish. I begged him not to. My fish are like my children. Only one of them has a name, though. My daughter Ludovica calls the biggest, fattest one Paolo Di Canio as he tries to eat everything and wants everything. - [20] Fergie on Veron injury - Posted Monday, February 4, 2002 by bar-knee: Veron has been carrying the injury for a couple of
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [16] More knee injuries - Posted Sunday, February 3, 2002 by tb: As the Sunday Mirror reckon Keano is delaying a knee op until after the world cup, unless it gets any worse. - [15] Back pay carrot for Becks? - Posted Sunday, February 3, 2002 by tb: The Sunday Mirror claim that if Becks signs a deal before the World Cup, it will be back dated to the start of the season. And apparently they won't negotiate a seperate image rights deal, hence the back pay deal. - [14] Fergie on Diego - Posted Sunday, February 3, 2002 by tb: He's settled in really well and showed that he's quick, has got good feet and moves all the time. - [13] Fergie on Becks - Posted Sunday, February 3, 2002 by tb: He was fantastic, he ran a million miles for us today, and with good quality to his play. Some people can run all day but not give you any quality, but David had great quality today. - [12] Fergie on the mackems - Posted Sunday, February 3, 2002 by tb: 'I feel our form is gathering some momentum. I think we're going to be all right,' he said. 'It was marvellous - really top class. The passing and movement and desire were tremendous.' I thought we still played some good stuff and we could have score maybe one or two other goals and their goalkeeper made two great saves, one in particular from Paul Scholes. - [11] Fergie on Championship - Posted Sunday, February 3, 2002 by tb: 'In recent years it has been no more than six(losses)but I think that will change this season because there are at least five teams chasing the pot. 'It is very difficult to see how four teams could drop away because everybody has the scent and, when you reach the run-in, that scent can carry you forward. 'On top of that we have all got tradition behind us, Arsenal, Newcastle, Liverpool, Leeds - even Chelsea, who are capable of putting a run together. And it's clubs with tradition who become champions.' - [10] Fergie: YSB - Posted Sunday, February 3, 2002 by tb: On the 'bizarre' result against the Dirties 'Liverpool contributed very little in the attacking sense. They simply sat back, content to hump the ball forward in the hope of getting something. They hardly ventured into our box but nevertheless managed it for the winner.' - [9] Dwight: Respect - Posted Sunday, February 3, 2002 by tb: Sir Alex Ferguson and I have had our moments but I still have the utmost respect for him, said Yorke. He is a football legend and, like everyone, at the club, I want to play my part in making sure he ends his managerial career in a blaze of glory. I intend to convince the manager that I can still be part of his plans. It is now up to me to prove I deserve that chance - both to Sir Alex and whoever takes over in the summer. I want to stay at Old Trafford and earn myself a new contract. - [8] Dwight: 'I'm not greedy' - Posted Sunday, February 3, 2002 by tb: I have never considered myself greedy. I grew up in Tobago surrounded by poverty and no one appreciates more than me that footballers live a very privileged life. I would never overstep the mark with my wage demands. The reason the move didn't go ahead was that I had a gut feeling that I shouldn't leave United. - [7] Dwight: 'I'll be back' - Posted Sunday, February 3, 2002 by tb: From the moment I joined Manchester United, I have never wanted play for any other club. It has always been my dream to spend the rest of my career at Old Trafford and I am still hoping that will be the case. - [6] Jordi reckons he was picked on - Posted Sunday, February 3, 2002 by tb: Ah, diddums: My father could take far more ruthless decisions than Ferguson. The difference is that my father always gets tough with the big names in his squads, he said. The only big name at United that Ferguson picks on is David Beckham. He found it easy to pick on me too and if I had only played 20 minutes and we lost, he made me feel it was all my fault. - [5] George on Veron
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [15] Capello on Utd/Barca interest - Posted Saturday, February 2, 2002 by tb: To have a new experience abroad would be stimulating. I can't hide the interest of this type of club is pleasing because they represent some of the most prestigious clubs in the world. However, at the moment I am bound to Roma and think exclusively about Roma. - [14] Head to Head with the mackems - Posted Saturday, February 2, 2002 by tb: From Sky: · Sunderland have not won at Old Trafford since May '68 - 17 meetings since. This is their only win in the last 28 meetings here in all comps · Sunderland have won only 1 of the previous 7 Premiership meetings home and away, at Roker Park in March '97 · United have won 5 of the last 6 meetings here in all comps, including the last 3 · There has not been a draw here in the league since the 2-2 in April '85 - 4 league meetings since · There has not been a 0-0 draw here since April '83 - 8 meetings since in all comps · Sunderland have failed to score in 5 of the last 6 meetings here, including the last 3 - never scored a Premiership goal at Old Trafford · No player has been sent off in this fixture since Bryan Robson got his marching orders in a FA Cup tie at Roker Park in January '86 · No player has scored a hat trick in this fixture since Clive Walker hit 3 for Sunderland in their 3-2 win at Roker Park in November '84 · Today's Ref: Rob Styles (Waterlooville) - 47 yellow and 1 red card in 12 Premiership games so far this season This Season: Sunderland 1 (Phillips) Man Utd 3 (Varga og, Giggs, Cole) - 13th October 2001 Last Season: Man Utd 3 (Scholes 2, Sheringham) Sunderland 0 - 9th September 2000 - [13] A 3 watt bulb speaks - Posted Saturday, February 2, 2002 by tb: McAteer on Keano: I've got a lot of respect for Roy, although he's a miserable bastard - and you can write that. He is a complex character. I see him personally and professionally and he's not too dis similar. I can't work him out, but I really enjoy watching his press conferences. - [12] Cheer up Peter Reid - Posted Saturday, February 2, 2002 by tb: As Monkey's head says: It is a great game to try to bounce back in. I don't think we've been at our best at Old Trafford and I think we have maybe been intimidated by the names and the crowd. We have given Man United some very good games at the Stadium of Light. There is massive admiration for their players' ability but there shouldn't be any fear. But you don't need me to tell you how difficult it's going to be. I consider them to be the best side in the country. I am not saying they are going to win the title, because it is going to be really close. But if you talk about consistency over the years Manchester United are the best side. - [11] Watch out for Posh's handbag Mickey - Posted Saturday, February 2, 2002 by tb: Players like David have a star side to them. In the beginning, you find yourself just looking at them, but then you have to try and get the ball. The Beckhams get more media coverage than the Queen. It is difficult to live with paparazzi on every corner. I couldn't do it, but he seems to handle it calmly. - [10] Hope Ruud and Co haven't read this Mickey - Posted Saturday, February 2, 2002 by tb: As a defender, you need a lot of concentration. A forward can try anything and there is a bit of the don't-give-a-damn in their character and behaviour. They can afford to be a little nonchalant from time to time. They try something and get nothing said because it is their job. Sure, there are times it is as well for them that they score. They have their demands, too. But with us, it is demanding all the time. Defenders do not emerge at the top level at 19. It is impossible, but a striker can do it. You need a lot of experience and patience to play at the back and that is acquired through age. It comes along later. - [9] Mickey: Defenders are skint - Posted Saturday, February 2, 2002 by tb: It's unfair. There is a difference in salary between attackers and defenders, who are always less well paid. - [8] Mickeys noisier than us says 'So Fine' - Posted Saturday, February 2, 2002 by tb: Mickey, sometimes it's better to keep it shut! You have to be
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [29] Fergie on Veron injury - Posted Friday, February 1, 2002 by bar-knee: group phase of the Euro campaign. Seba has been carrying the knee injury for around two months. It has been painful for him and you get to a point where you have to give it a rest. We have sent him for a scan on the knee and the results of that came back clear so theres no great problem which is good news. However, he needs to give it a bit more time. He wont play against Sunderland on Saturday but he should be OK for our match against Charlton at the Valley a week on Sunday. But well have to wait and see about that one. But hes be certain to be fit and available again properly for the European campaign. - [28] Roeder on Di Canio - Posted Friday, February 1, 2002 by bar-knee: Our turning down Manchester United's offer showed we are trying to keep him. We are not trying to sell di Canio. - [27] Ref is - Posted Friday, February 1, 2002 by bar-knee: Rob Styles who hasn't reffed us this season - and onl sent off one player all year. - [26] BBC online United-Sunderland stats - Posted Friday, February 1, 2002 by bar-knee: Manchester United are seeking a fifth successive Premier League win over Sunderland. The Black Cats have recorded one win in seven Premiership home and away matches. The Red Devils hold a 100% home Premiership record over the Wearsiders (3 wins out of 3). United have won the last four home League games against Sunderland and five in the last six. Sir Alex Ferguson's club are undefeated in 13 home League meetings with the Wearsiders, eight of which have been won. Sunderland have won one of the last 22 League visits to Old Trafford over 49 years. That was 0-1 in the old League - Division One on 11 May, 1968. United are on course for a second successive Premier League 'double' over the Black Cats and ninth since the League fixture was first staged in 1893. - [25] Saturday fixtures - Posted Friday, February 1, 2002 by bar-knee: Arsenal v Southampton Derby County v Tottenham (12:00) Everton v Ipswich Town Fulham v Aston Villa Leicester City v Chelsea Man Utd v Sunderland Newcastle v Bolton West Ham Utd v Blackburn - [24] Beach soccer with Eric - Posted Friday, February 1, 2002 by bar-knee: We've just heardthat the provisionally date for the European Beach Soccer English leg is in Brighton 1st - 3rd June. - [23] Latest team news - Posted Friday, February 1, 2002 by bar-knee: From Ananova 'Diego Forlan is likely to be on the Manchester United bench once again for the game against Sunderland. Juan Sebastian Veron is still out with a knee injury, so Sir Alex Ferguson is set to stick with the side that beat Bolton. Sunderland's new signing Joachim Bjorklund is standing by to make his debut against the Premiership leaders at Old Trafford. Bjorklund is expected to line up in central defence after signing from Venezia for £1.5million this week. Stefan Schwarz is suspended, while Paul Thirlwell is again ruled out with an ankle injury. Gavin McCann is also struggling with a knee problem, so Darren Williams could play in midfield. Man Utd (from): Barthez, P Neville, Blanc, G Neville, Silvestre, Beckham, Keane, Scholes, Giggs, Solskjaer, van Nistelrooy, Forlan, Butt, Brown, O'Shea, Chadwick, Irwin, Carroll. Sunderland (from): Sorensen, Haas, Gray, Craddock, Varga, Bjorklund, McAteer, Reyna, McCann, Williams, Kilbane, Quinn, Phillips, Arca, Macho, Bellion, McCartney, Kyle.' - [22] SUN reckons - Posted Friday, February 1, 2002 by bar-knee: It's us and Aresnal in for 'Argentine superkid Andres DAlessandro.' - [21] Mirror, mirror on the wall - Posted Friday, February 1, 2002 by bar-knee: One thing, who leaked this information? From Gary 'the mirror today has a big front page headline about the wages United players receive, this is then backed up with a fairly bland summary of the wages, bonuses etc that are rewarded... it's then followed up with an editorial: GREED CAN'T BE THE GOAL Manchester United is one of the richest football clubs in the world. And it boasts some of the greatest players. Yet the salary figures we reveal today are still
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [17] Wenger on Andy Cole - Posted Wednesday, January 30, 2002 by bar-knee: Every striker needs chances, there is no 100% success rate. Andy Cole has scored goals and, like everyone else, he misses sometimes but overall he is a great goalscorer. They made the right decision. He has given us some hard times over the years and I rate him highly as a striker. As far as England are concerned, he looked to be out of favour at Manchester United so at 30 years of age, it was important for him to move. - [16] Parlour does a Ned? - Posted Wednesday, January 30, 2002 by bar-knee: From the Guardian 'Arsenal were last night investigating how tickets bought by their midfielder Ray Parlour for last Sunday's controversial FA Cup fourth-round tie against Liverpool found their way on to the black market and ended up being sold outside the ground. The seats allocated to Parlour were located in Highbury's Lower East Stand from where a coin was thrown at Liverpool's Jamie Carragher who subsequently threw it back and was sent off. Arsenal have already said they would ban the coin-thrower if he or she could be identified. According to a report last night Parlour bought a batch of tickets at their face value of £26 each. A student from Dublin bought three for £50 from a tout outside the ground. He later noticed Parlour's name on the tickets. Arsenal have a strict policy on touting but maintain that the former England player Parlour acted properly in relation to the tickets for the Cup tie, a repeat of last year's FA Cup final, which the Londoners this time won 1-0. The club say Parlour gave the tickets to an acquaintance in good faith. ' - [15] McClaren on Yorke bid - Posted Wednesday, January 30, 2002 by bar-knee: There's nothing to report on that. I think the last time was after Saturday's game or even yesterday and events were closing, and I think they're closing even quicker now. I think on Wednesday, we'll certainly know one way or the other whether that has developed. - [14] Bolton boss wanted foul given for 1st goal - Posted Wednesday, January 30, 2002 by bar-knee: Sam Allardyce on possible Ruud foul in lead up to 1st goal: It was a blatant foul on Anthony Barness, which was plain for all to see. That was a crucial decision as far as we were concerned. The game stands at 0-0, there's a blatant foul, the referee misses it and the opponents score as a result. It's a major decision as far as I'm concerned. It probably would not have affected the result perhaps and I think Manchester United would still have won the mood they were in. But it was the wrong time to happen to us. - [13] More from Bolton boss - Posted Wednesday, January 30, 2002 by bar-knee: Sam Allardyce: We got sucked in by United after a bright start by us. We didn't concentrate defensively and their first goal knocked the stuffing out of us. When Solskjaer got his third we were looking at the fairies and it was game over. - [12] That Fergie knock at Yorke in full - Posted Wednesday, January 30, 2002 by bar-knee: Dwight Yorke's transfer has hit a snag. We've been looking to sign di Canio as everyone knows. That has been derailed because of Yorke's reluctance to move, or his agent's reluctance for him to move, more like it. But we will just have to soldier on with the troops we have got. - [11] Quote of the day - Posted Wednesday, January 30, 2002 by bar-knee: Wenger: I believe we have improved on red and yellow cards, even if it does not look that way. - [10] More from Custis in the SUN - Posted Wednesday, January 30, 2002 by bar-knee: 'He accepts his first- team chances will be limited for the rest of the season, especially since Fergie signed Uruguayan Diego Forlan for £6.9m. But Ferguson is due to retire in May and Yorke believes he can convince the new manager he is worth another go. Yorke is one of the lowest paid in Uniteds squad on a basic £25,000 a week but sponsorship deals still make him one of footballs top earners. And he was not ready to move unless it was absolutely right for him.' - [9] Yorke plays the joker card - Posted Wednesday, January 30, 2002 by bar-knee:
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [31] GMP quote in full - Posted Tuesday, January 29, 2002 by bar-knee: Greater Manchester Police are aware of the allegations made by certain newspaper reports. We have been in touch with Manchester United Football Club and are looking into this matter. - [30] Telegraph on Kelly - Posted Tuesday, January 29, 2002 by bar-knee: 'NED KELLY, the head of security at Manchester United, has been suspended from all duties at Old Trafford pending an investigation into allegations of ticket touting made in a Sunday newspaper. He adopted a belligerent stance last night, alleging he was set up in an act of entrapment and promising to prove his innocence. I'm not going to take this lying down, he said. I've done nothing wrong. He then said any further comment would have to be made through his solicitor.' - [29] Transfer latest - Posted Tuesday, January 29, 2002 by bar-knee: From MEN 'Forlans impact at Carrington could also end Uniteds interest in West Hams Paolo Di Canio. The Reds are believed to have been in contact with the London outfit again yesterday but Uniteds pursuit is now going cold. A deal for the 33-year-old before Thursdays midnight Champions League deadline is looking unlikely and that would finish off the chase. Fergie could still have his desired quota of four strikers at his disposal for the run-in, with Dwight Yorkes expected exit to either Sunderland or Middlesbrough yet to materialise.' - [28] Giggs on current form - Posted Tuesday, January 29, 2002 by bar-knee: I dont think we are sinking back into the November situation. We played well against Liverpool and deserved something from the match. We were pleased with our performance in that one. We didnt play to our capabilities against Middlesbrough but we still did enough to dominate and I dont think you can read too much in a cup match. A week ago we were flying and it hasnt suddenly gone to pieces. But we do need to get back to winning ways or at least get points from every league match from now on. It will be tough at Bolton. Its a derby match and, just like in the FA Cup, anything could happen. They have produced some unbelievable results and we are going to have to work hard to get something tonight. - [27] More from Giggs - Posted Tuesday, January 29, 2002 by bar-knee: I do stretching exercises and weights and over the years weve looked at new beds, different cars etc to see if we can discover the cause and how to avoid them. The latest one in Munich was frustrating because it tore when I was just dribbling in training. I knew instantly it was worse than normal. The thing was that it was my right leg which I havent had any problems with for five years! Thats the frustrating part about it all. Of course I never stop thinking about it when I am injured but once I am fit, as I am now, its not in the back of my mind at all. I need that run in the side because whenever Ive been in, Ive felt my form was good and if I could get a few games under my belt Id just get better and better. Thats what I need to achieve now. - [26] Giggs on hamstring problems - Posted Tuesday, January 29, 2002 by bar-knee: This year it has been frustrating and bitty. There have been a lot of games I have missed out on. I am looking forward to getting a long and consistent run going. I need the games now and I want to play in them all. I do have to live with the hamstring shadow hanging over me because of my history. It keeps coming back. Over the last few years I felt Id got on top of it with the help of our medical staff. I have played 40-odd matches a season. We feel we have covered everything possible to avoid these kind of injuries. I am in a routine now every day before and after training. - [25] More on Youth Cup game - Posted Tuesday, January 29, 2002 by bar-knee: From official site 'United's FA Youth Cup tie against Hartlepool has been confirmed as Wednesday 6 February, and the match will be played at Old Trafford. United beat Birmingham City in the fourth round to reach the last sixteen. Kick off at the Theatre of Dreams will be at 19:00' - [24] Bolton boss on Ricketts - Posted Tuesday, January 29, 2002 by bar-knee: Sam
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [14] Juan salutes the Villa 44 - Posted Saturday, January 26, 2002 by tb: It's not the same to be told as to live through something, he says. The atmosphere was amazing. When we scored the second goal there was a pitch invasion but, what's more, everyone went back to their seats afterwards. Can you imagine if that happened in Argentina? You'd never get them off the turf again. - [13] JSV on settling in - Posted Saturday, January 26, 2002 by tb: normal, very normal. It's taken about four months to get everything sorted, our home, our stuff. And we play a lot of matches, so I haven't got much free time. Plus it's a weird year because of the World Cup, so there's even more games coming up. I hope next year will be quieter; I'd like to travel around England a bit. But for now there's just the odd meal out, trying to get to know the city. In Italy we had to concentrate with the team before games, spend the night away, so I really spent more time at the concentrarion than at home. I'm really enjoying being at home more, hanging out with the kids. - [12] Sabre on his relationship with Becks - Posted Saturday, January 26, 2002 by tb: Look, and this is the absolute truth, I have a very good relationship with David, very good. He has been really helpful to me in several situations, which says a lot about him as a person. He is a great person. For example, at times when he's not played and I've played in his position, or vice versa, we've always talked about it. That isn't necessarily the case, you know; it can happen that you're on the bench and someone else is playing instead and you might sulk a bit. But I swear he has surprised me with his attitude. In football terms I think what he represents both for Manchester and for England speaks for itself. I'm not just dishing out compliments here, I think he is one of the main figures, if not the figure, in English football and I think he could be at the World Cup as well. - [11] JSV on scouse game - Posted Saturday, January 26, 2002 by tb: I returned to what I'm used to expecting from myself, he says of the match. Physically I'm getting there; I've had a few little problems. Nothing important enough to influence my performance but I hope I am now getting back to what we're more used to seeing. Certainly seemed that way on Tuesday - [10] Juan - the whole story - Posted Saturday, January 26, 2002 by tb: Yes, yes, but if you read the content of the interview it's very different from the headline that was blown up, which said I wanted to return to Lazio. That is just not the case. Lazio want me back and so there's a certain sector of the press playing around with that, but that's all it is: a media game in which I am very much in the margins. - [9] Sabre on the gossip - Posted Saturday, January 26, 2002 by tb: From the Guardian It's normal, completely normal. That's what the press does: looks for a story or creates a story. Maybe it's because I've learnt the hard way. This talk of Lazio, the reason I don't see it as important is because it's not true. Maybe Lazio are interested in my return but I've said this clearly: I'm happy here, very happy. Things might work out spectacularly well or less well for me but that doesn't change the way I see the institution, the team, English football and the English people who have really treated me well. - [8] Head to head with the smoggies in the cup - Posted Saturday, January 26, 2002 by tb: From Sky Played 3 Middlesbrough wins 1 Man Utd wins 1 Draws 1 This will be the first Cup meeting between the two at the Riverside. The last FA Cup meeting in Middlesbrough, came in Feb 1972 in a 5th Rnd replay. Utd won 3-0 with goals from George Best, Bobby Charlton and Willie Morgan. Boro's only FA Cup win against Utd at home came in that 3rd Rnd replay in Jan 1971, winning 2-1. - [7] Large pinch of salt needed me thinks - Posted Saturday, January 26, 2002 by tb: As 'cuddly' Ken Ramsden says ( I wonder who wrote the script?) Fans can't just decide to go somewhere else, like they could if they were shopping, so there's a tremendous moral responsibility for us to get things right. We want to keep our fans happy, to
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [43] Trust us with our exclusive yesterday - Posted Friday, January 25, 2002 by bar-knee: Pre-season is to be a 4 team tournament in Amsterdam with Ajax. Despite other rumours you may hear, remember what Red News told you first - it WILL take place. - [42] IMUSA request - Posted Friday, January 25, 2002 by bar-knee: Can Michael Pollitt (or anyone who knows how to contact him) please contact IMUSA as a matter of urgency regarding your compensation claim for refused entry to Sunderland earlier in the season. - [41] Scouse magic - Posted Friday, January 25, 2002 by bar-knee: John Tosh-act's team, Real Scousiedad, which also features Kvarme and Westerfeld, are now bottom of La Liga. Aaa... - [40] Paul Scholes on Blanc - Posted Friday, January 25, 2002 by bar-knee: Laurent and Gary Neville as a partnership have been magnificent. Laurent is such a cool defender, he can just flick it away from anyone and he uses his experience to get his body in the way. Its great to play with such a composed player who has won so much in the game - the World Cup especially. I dont know if he is going to be here next year, but hes still playing well enough to carry on. - [39] Choccy on Wes Brown playing last night - Posted Friday, January 25, 2002 by bar-knee: Wes in particular did well, and its great for him. This was a marvellous opportunity for him to get his first 90 minutes back since his injury. He looked very fit and played very well. As a defender, you have to play every game as you would in the first team. - [38] Latest team news - Posted Friday, January 25, 2002 by bar-knee: From the MEN 'BATTERED and bruised David Beckham is under intense treatment and facing a major battle to make Manchester Uniteds FA Cup line-up at Middlesbrough. The England captain was limping for much of the Reds Premiership defeat against Liverpool on Tuesday night at Old Trafford after being clattered in the first half. Beckham hasnt trained since the painful knocks and is manager Sir Alex Fergusons major doubt for the trip to Teeside. If Beckham is KOd for the noon tie at the Riverside, then it will leave the door open for Nicky Butts return. Hes been on the bench for the last two matches since injuring a groin at Aston Villa in the third round. Ryan Giggs was expected to return to Carrington for a workout today (Friday) after being told to stay away from the Reds training centre because he was suffering with a virus.' - [37] Saturday's FA Cup games - Posted Friday, January 25, 2002 by bar-knee: Charlton v Walsall (15.00) Chelsea v West Ham (15.00) Everton v Leyton Orient (15.00) Gillingham v Bristol Rovers (15.00) Middlesbrough v Man Utd (12.00) Millwall v Blackburn (15.00) Preston v Sheff Utd (15.00) Rotherham v Crewe (15.00) Tottenham v Bolton (15.00) West Brom v Leicester (15.00) York v Fulham (15.00) - [36] Phil Neville on the FA Cup - Posted Friday, January 25, 2002 by bar-knee: People were saying wed brushed the FA Cup aside and wed put it just above the Worthington Cup. That wasnt the case and when you see the players, the fans and the manager celebrating like we did when we won at Villa Park, you know it isnt. It shows the commitment we have to the competition. - [35] Phil Neville happy to take his chance - Posted Friday, January 25, 2002 by bar-knee: This run is definitely what my game needed. Up to December I hadnt played much at all. I was getting frustrated. I was coming up to 25 and I needed to play more than I was doing. I was playing less at the start of the season than ever before in my time as an Old Trafford senior. I was a little bit worried. The big concern and frustration was that the team werent doing well and yet I still wasnt playing. I wasnt worried about England. All I was bothered about was Manchester United and I made sure I just channelled all my thoughts into the club. England never entered my head. I couldnt afford to worry about that as well. I knuckled down and trained as hard as I could to get back in. I knew with us losing matches that eventually I would get my opportunity. And I knew once I got in I
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [37] Forlan spotted at OT - Posted Friday, January 18, 2002 by redend: A RED NEWS operative has spotted our new man outside OT with Fergie in tow. A smiling Forlan offered no comment - not sure he speaks much English yet to be fair though. - [36] Euro Home - Latest Ticket Info - Posted Friday, January 18, 2002 by redend: Nantes - 26 February, 19:45 Approximately 7,000 tickets remain and sales will continue to Members and ST/LMTB Holders who can purchase a seat on a best available basis from the Ticket Office on Friday 18th January from 9am until 5pm (subject to availability) on production of voucher 45 and/or their membership card. Alternatively, Members wishing to purchase a seat on a best available basis can do so by telephoning the Call Centre Interactive Voice Response Service on 0161 868 8010 (please note an administration fee of 3% per transaction is charged). In the event of tickets remaining a further announcement will be made at the Blackburn game on Saturday 19 January. Bayern - 13 March, 19:45 All tickets have now been sold and as we have been oversubscribed a ballot is currently taking place to determine the successful applicants. - [35] Video of Forlan goals - Posted Friday, January 18, 2002 by redend: This link does the trick - taking you to video footage of Forlan goals: http://www.rednews.co.uk/temp/forlan.php http://www.rednews.co.uk/temp/forlan.php - [34] Help the cause - Posted Friday, January 18, 2002 by bar-knee: We hope you like the site - remember we're always looking for feedback on any changes you'd like to see implemented. As with everything running the site costs money - which is only paper after all - but buying the new issue of Red News (out tomorrow) helps us with those costs. So bag yourself a great read - for just £1.50 - and also be making the right moral decision at the same time!
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [36] Inter can't see Becks deal - Posted Tuesday, January 8, 2002 by bar-knee: Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti Seeing as the rapport with United coach Alex Ferguson has deteriorated it is probable that at a certain point Manchester will release him. But there are two matters here. The football fan would say yes. It is a tantalising prospect and who wouldn't sign such a champion? But the director says that no club at the moment are in a position to spend so much. His valuation is prohibitive. From the practical point of view I can't see a do-able deal - [35] More on Ayala bid - Posted Tuesday, January 8, 2002 by bar-knee: Valencia president Jaime Orti: Ayala is a key player and we are only willing to let him go for £23million. I know about the bid, but we're not prepared to do a deal at the moment. club advisor Jesus Barrachina told Radio Marca: For a fee like that it is not even a consideration, we wouldn't even bother to open the envelope which contains the offer. - [34] Salford Van Hire - Posted Tuesday, January 8, 2002 by bar-knee: Theres only one Van the Man, One Van the Man, Imagine him Ole In Glasgow come May Van Man is a legend now today. Theres only one Van the Man, One Van the Man, Hes got a daft grin But he smashes em in With Van Man we shall always f-ckin' win. Theres only one Van the Man, One Van the Man, He might have long hair But what the fcuk do we care Write Van Man off if ya dare. Theres only one Van the Man, One Van the Man, Scorings his game Makes defenders look lame Van Man ...we shall always chant your name. Theres only one Van the Man, One Van the Man, His name is so long And its often spelt wrong But Van Man gets us breaking into song . Theres only one Van the Man, One Van the Man, With his Alice band And the match ball in hand Van Man is so f-ckin' grand. TheBirdman - [33] Ex striker on Ruud - Posted Tuesday, January 8, 2002 by bar-knee: As Ruud and Greedy Bastard go for the Premiership scoring in consecutive games record (United's all time record of 8 goals in 8 games is held by Billy Whelan) Malcolm Macdonald said: Shearer and van Nistelrooy will be unstoppable and one of them will get the record. They have both built up incredible momentum, not just for themselves but also for their clubs. Manchester United have won each game of van Nistelrooy's streak. He has really sparked them into life. It's the same for Shearer and Newcastle...With every goal they score the pressure lifts and they become more confident. The more confident they become, the greater the chance of scoring. - [32] More from Ruud - Posted Tuesday, January 8, 2002 by bar-knee: I want to keep my run going for a long, long time. Against Southampton I can make it seven in a row in the league for me. You can be sure that will be my aim. - [31] On the ball, as everq - Posted Tuesday, January 8, 2002 by bar-knee: The Mirror on a small report of the Villa pitch invasions says our allocation was 11,000 - doh. Just under 7,000 exactly - national newspaper... Doug Ellis is quoted praising the restraint shown by Villa fans It was a difficult moment caused by United fans and fortunately our own supporters did not react. They were very well behaved, as they always are - [30] More from West Ham Defoe on Di Canio - Posted Tuesday, January 8, 2002 by bar-knee: I think it would be a blow to the club if he left because he is such a great player and all the young players can learn a lot from him. He is important to the team but it is up to him what he wants to do. I don't want him to go, though. I can learn from him and I really enjoy working with him. - [29] More O'Leary - Posted Tuesday, January 8, 2002 by bar-knee: As I went past Sam, I said that as a club chairman, walking around the pitch had not done any good. When he went past the Leeds section there was a big surge forward. Who knows what could have happened? What staggers me is that he should want to do it. I find it
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [27] Is that your final offer - Posted Monday, January 7, 2002 by bar-knee: MEN reports that we are likely to up our bid to £2.5m for Di Canio today. - [26] Slapped wrists expected - Posted Monday, January 7, 2002 by bar-knee: Reports from Utd snouts in Brum say that Villa are giving out signals that our allocation could be reduced after last night. We were warned about standing and with the pitch invasions and all the moaning in the local media there about us no doubt we'll see another Boro like situation. Although saying that, perhaps not as this is one club who can't seem to do a Boro and Sunderland - sell those spare extra tickets to home fans as judging by all those empty seats last night, cutting us back will see them unsold rather than sold to ABUs. RN comment: Take what happened into context. Don't punish us. Er, that's it. - [25] More from Shotgun Gregory - Posted Monday, January 7, 2002 by bar-knee: Their passing was the telling factor. Ruud van Nistelrooy cost £19million and he is worth every penny of that. - [24] More from Roeder - Posted Monday, January 7, 2002 by bar-knee: Very late on Friday afternoon we did receive a faxed offer from Manchester United for the services of Paolo Di Canio but we turned it down. We sent a fax back to say we couldn't accept their offer. It's now up to people to ask Manchester United what the next step will be. - [23] Forlan comments in full too - Posted Monday, January 7, 2002 by bar-knee: You always dream of joining a top club and if it was Manchester United, one of the best clubs in the world, that would be a dream. It is a difficult time for the country and for the people and it is not nice when this is happening. Of course the situation is worrying. As a player, you want to be involved and we will have to accept that we will not be paid as much due to what is happening. I am not aware of any offers as my agent deals with this, I concentrate on my football career. I did have an offer last year to go to a Spanish side but in the end it didn't work out. We know that our next step is European football. I would love to play in England, because I like the style of football. - [22] Di Canio's I Love United comments in full - Posted Monday, January 7, 2002 by bar-knee: Of course, everybody should feel very good when you listen to good words from Sir Alex Ferguson, one of the best managers in the world. We are talking about the best team - alongside Real Madrid in my opinion - in the world. Playing for them has to be fantastic. You have to be happy because the people recognise the job you do and that you are a talent and a character and a personality for playing at the top level. So this makes me very happy, it gives me a big satisfaction because this has confirmed that - apart from the problem I had with Paul Alcock - I did a great job in England. - [21] Hardly a surprise though - Posted Monday, January 7, 2002 by bar-knee: The trouble at Cardiff-Leeds. Think everyone saw it coming - we watched the coverage on the news a bit bewildered as Leeds fans complained about their treatment and how they'd been picked on and attacked. Our reasoning was it all looked much the same as when we leave Elland Road and do the press ever show the antagonism shown towards Reds then? O'Leary thinks refs are picking on Alan Smith. Alan was harshly done by, disgracefully done by. The referees show no benefit of the doubt with him, they jump on him straight away. There have been times when they have quite rightly sorted him out, but on other occasions he is a victim. To me they now have an agenda. There were tackles beforehand, one especially which nearly broke Rio Ferdinand's ankle, and tackles afterwards on Jonathan Woodgate and others which went unpunished. If Alan Smith had made them then I wonder if he would have received the same lenient treatment as the Cardiff offenders? You only have to look at the game at West Ham the other night, when there were tackles by players and nothing happened, yet one challenge from Smith and he gets a yellow card straight away. That's because I believe when they (referees) are enjoying their recreation on the sunbeds or swimming up and down a pool and talking together in their free time, there is an
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [10] Villa Park lucky ground in Cup - Posted Saturday, January 5, 2002 by tb: We haven't lost in 10 visits stretching back 75 years. - [9] Peter on our form - Posted Saturday, January 5, 2002 by tb: It's absolutely no surprise to me that they have suddenly surged into top form. - [8] Shotgun gets the thermals ready - Posted Saturday, January 5, 2002 by tb: Of course Peter will be here (next season)- he still thinks he's the best goalkeeper in the world. - [7] Schmeichel to quit? - Posted Saturday, January 5, 2002 by tb: At the end of the season I hate this cold spell and if the weather stays the same until March, that might persuade me to say no. To be honest I thought I would be retired by now. That was in my mind six months ago, when I was considering doing different things in my life. On the other hand, I am enjoying myself more than ever and while I'm slowing down a little bit physically I'm speeding up in the mental department. It was right for me to join Villa. I am much too competitive and there is too much left in me to have packed up in Portugal. - [6] Scouser on Di Canio - Posted Saturday, January 5, 2002 by tb: As Mark Lawrenson says: Di Canio has undoubted talent. He is a great entertainer and Fergie loves players who have great flair. Furthermore, his arrival would solve Fergie's long-running problem of finding someone to fill the gap in his 4-5-1 formation. Paul Scholes has struggled to adapt to the role just behind Van Nistelrooy because he is better suited to breaking from midfield. However, Di Canio can drop behind the main striker, function comfortably as a link player, and also chip in with his fair share of goals. The role is made for him because not only is he a first-rate striker but he can also drop deep to collect the ball and drive the team forward. Di Canio has an uncanny knack of knowing where his team-mates are, his passing is first class, his dribbling is magical, and he can also produce the unexpected and unusual. - [5] Southgate on porn star - Posted Saturday, January 5, 2002 by tb: As the S*n claim Boro have offered him 60k a week: I feel Dwight would make an excellent signing. Dwight and Ugo know each other very well too and our manager worked with him at Old Trafford in what was a fantastically successful period. He has increased his strike rate considerably since leaving Villa Park. But it's his all-round game that is so good. He brings in other players, holds the ball up and makes as many goals as he scores. Dwight would interest any number of clubs. I couldn't speak highly enough of him. - [4] Roeder clutches at straws - Posted Saturday, January 5, 2002 by tb: We won't have Paolo against Macclesfield but my gut feeling is that we will see him in a West Ham shirt the following week against Leicester. - [3] Roeder accuses Utd? - Posted Saturday, January 5, 2002 by tb: There is no way that Paolo Di Canio could have spoken to Manchester United legally. I'm as much in the dark as anyone about this. But the speculation has lasted so long, revving it up, which makes you think there is more to it than meets the eye - whereas, in pre-season, the speculation died down very quickly. Every player can be bought if enough money is available, even David Beckham. - [2] Roeder admits defeat? - Posted Saturday, January 5, 2002 by tb: Manchester United are the one club in the world where it is difficult to convince a player he shouldn't go - whether that's a teenager or somebody in their 30s like Paolo. Put yourself in his boots or if you had a son in the same situation. They are arguably the biggest club in the world. - [1] The Ref on Sunday is ... - Posted Saturday, January 5, 2002 by redend: Graham Poll From Tring His record this season: Games: 23 Yellow Cards: 67 Red Cards: 4 He's reffed us twice this season already: Away matches at Sunderland and Liverpool where we won and lost by the same scoreline of 3:1. Sunderland 1 - 3 Man Utd 13-10-2001 Liverpool 3 - 1 Man Utd 04-11-2001 He made no bookings at all in either fixture so
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [8] Becks on us, the fans - Posted Tuesday, December 25, 2001 by bar-knee: The fans have stuck with us, which we needed, and they have been excellent for the last few games. That's what has got us through it. We had to turn it around because everyone knows we had not been performing as well as we can do. We've always said as players and as a team that we would stick together and people who know the team and the players know we will come through the bad patches. We've worked hard in training and we've never stopped working hard in training. The team spirit is there and the ability doesn't just go overnight. - [7] Beckham on our title chances - Posted Tuesday, December 25, 2001 by bar-knee: As Manchester United players we are brought up to want to win things whatever position we are in. We've not been in this position before. It's a bit weird and it's new to us. But we've shown in the last couple of games that we can get results. As players we've got to believe that we can still do it. What people don't realise is the self-belief between each player and the rest of the team. We've got to believe that we can do it and that's the only way through for us. - [6] Blomqvist on United - Posted Tuesday, December 25, 2001 by bar-knee: United have hit a great run of form, but I never doubted they would be able to do that, I know them. It has changed a lot in the last few weeks, and here they are again as favourites to win the title. But I do believe there is a lot of hard work for them this season, it looks like a really tough league to win this time, but they definitely have everything they need in the squad to do it. It hasn't surprised me the way it has turned round for them. I know them, I have trained with them and I have always known it was possible when everyone else was writing them off. They have to be strong and confident, and they can do it. - [5] Blomqvist on his chances - Posted Tuesday, December 25, 2001 by bar-knee: I haven't really completed my comeback yet, I still want more in terms of my fitness and form, but it was a great feeling to come on at Sunderland at the weekend. I really enjoyed it. My fitness is getting better, but not what it should be. I need more games but I know it will come. It will be a strange feeling for me to maybe face United in the Premiership so soon after my comeback. On Saturday at Sunderland it was the first time I have played a senior match since my injuries. Just to even be on the bench will feel strange, I was only training with them a few weeks ago. This is a great opportunity for me at Everton, I will give it everything to keep my career going, I just want to keep playing. The motivation is massive. But I am trying to reduce things to just smaller goals rather than to look too far ahead. I am going from week to week and seeing things improve. I have had a lot to do in the last two years to get to this stage. It shows what you can do if you don't give u! p. I have a lot of motivation to play football at the highest level, I still enjoy it so much. - [4] Walter Smith on Blomqvist - Posted Tuesday, December 25, 2001 by bar-knee: Blomqvist is ready for a full game now. He's trained well for a sustained period and played some reserve games and got his first taste of first team action for us at Sunderland. Now he may well get his chance. - [3] Latest team news - Posted Tuesday, December 25, 2001 by bar-knee: Barthez again a doubt with his back injury - Carroll stands by. O'Shea still out, Becks expected to step in for suspended Scholes. Everton have Alessandro Pistone, Kevin Campbell, Mark Pembridge, and Alan Stubbs out injured. - [2] Blomqvist to feature for Everton against us - Posted Tuesday, December 25, 2001 by bar-knee: Rumours are he is in the Everton squad and may play - his first competitive start since the Nou Camp It is strange that I could be facing Manchester United, maybe it was meant to be. And I know I will be facing them now that they have started to string wins together, it proves you can't write them off for the title. - [1] Happy Christmas to all our readers - Posted Tuesday, December 25, 2001 by bar-knee: From all the RN team. Hope you have an
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [7] Opta stats for Southampton - Posted Saturday, December 22, 2001 by tb: Us first 17 Games 16 ATTACKING 37 Goals scored 17 2.18 Ave goals per game 1.06 48% Shooting Accuracy 41% 15% Goals to shots % 9% PASSING 9,164 Passes 5,505 82% Pass completion % 71% DEFENDING 71% Tackle success rate % 75% 27 Goals conceded 24 1.59 Ave goals conceded per game 1.50 DISCIPLINE 250 Fouls 261 26 Yellow cards 14 1 Red cards 3 - [6] David Gill strokes his white pussy - Posted Saturday, December 22, 2001 by tb: On the Budweiser deal (and cue sanctimonious guff from the papers after the sheep trial). From Teamtalk At Old Trafford we always like to make the best signings, and in Budweiser we have found a sponsor whose record of success and global popularity matches our own. This new partnership means once again Manchester United is joining forces with one of the world's best known consumer brands, and we look forward to working with Budweiser both at home and around the world in the years to come. As the club's official beer sponsor, Budweiser will have exclusive beer pouring rights at Old Trafford, receive on-field, in-stadium and concourse signage and have the right to use the official marks and logos of the club in advertising, promotions and packaging. Tony Ponturo, vice-president of global media and sports marketing at the makers of Budweiser, Anheuser-Busch, Inc , added: Budweiser's partnership with Manchester United is an outstanding fit, bringing together two brands with a commitment to quality and a dedication to being the best that is unmatched in each of their respective fields. As soccer fans know (it's football mate), the club's reach - like Budweiser's - is truly global and this deal allows us to promote our brand to millions of Manchester United fans in dozens of international markets across Europe, Asia and Latin America. We're looking forward to a long and successful partnership as we work together to promote our brands around the world. - [5] All ingerlunds fault - Posted Saturday, December 22, 2001 by tb: As Becks confesses: It's been a big season with England more than anything else, he said. The qualifying games, every one has been a big game, and I suppose it has taken its toll on my physically and mentally. Every game was a big game and I probably needed the rest and the manager has given me that. But for anyone to say I don't give 110 per cent in a United game, that would upset me for people to say that. - [4] More dodgy backs - Posted Saturday, December 22, 2001 by tb: Becks on his lumbar regions: The manager has been resting me and the press have been having a field day, he said on MUTV. Trust me, I really was injured. I've had a few days off and it's done me good. I said to the manager 'this back injury is not going away' and it wasn't. A couple of reporters questioned the back injury, but hopefully they will believe me now. It's gone away now. The rest is definitely what I needed. Even being on the bench you are still preparing for games and training every day and that wasn't rest for me. The manager said we could try that, but it just didn't work. Last week he said just go away and relax, don't train for three days and then come back. I've done that and touch wood I've not had any reaction from the back. - [3] Becks: no new boss demands - Posted Saturday, December 22, 2001 by tb: I've not demanded to know who the manager will be, he said. I would like to know who the manager will be, but I would not delay signing a contract just to find out who the next manager is. - [2] Round and round - Posted Saturday, December 22, 2001 by tb: Becks on his contract negotiations There was another round of talks last week. The talks are still going on and we're getting closer, but it has to be right. Everyone knows I want to stay at Man United. This is where I've been brought up and it's a way of life for me. My dad and my whole family are Man United supporters and I don't see any reason why I would want to leave this club and the fans know that. They're the reason why I want to stay at Man United. They've brought me through a lot of ups and downs and this is a place I love. I said last week that it would not be sorted before Christmas, but I want to get it sorted as soon as
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [18] More Fergie on Becks - Posted Friday, December 14, 2001 by bar-knee: He can rest the back and also have a rest himself generally. I think hes needed that. There is no doubt that he reached a point where it all caught up with him. The England games, in particular, took a lot out of him. He apparently ran 10km in the game against Greece and he has never been the same since. His workrate has been absolutely phenomenal but eventually you have to pay for that. I think hes paying the price for it now. The most important thing to do was to address the problem and we have done that. It wasnt the easiest decision to leave David Beckham out of your team but we did it because we wanted him to get a proper rest and get rid of the injury. When he comes back hell be fresh and well get the benefit of that out of him. - [17] Fergie, no Becks rift - Posted Friday, December 14, 2001 by bar-knee: David is great about what we are doing. He knows why we are doing this and I think he is glad about it to be honest with you. He knows himself that he has not been playing his best and he wants it sorted out as well. Davids back is not exactly improving in the sense that back troubles tend to take a wee while. Rest is the best thing for him. Its not long term but I think we are doing the right thing giving him the breather. - [16] Fergie on Robbo helping out - Posted Friday, December 14, 2001 by bar-knee: Bryan Robson was a great servant for me and a great captain for me and I dont forget great servants at this club. It was a chance for Bryan to keep his eye in. It was important he didnt sit around and do nothing after leaving Middlesbrough. - [15] Fergie on his coaching staff - Posted Friday, December 14, 2001 by bar-knee: Everyone is subject to criticism here when the team is not doing well but that doesnt detract from the fact that we have a great staff here. - [14] Leeds trial - Posted Friday, December 14, 2001 by bar-knee: Bowyer not guilty of GBH and affray Woodgate not guilty of GBH, guilty on affray charge - [14] Fergie on McClaren - Posted Friday, December 14, 2001 by bar-knee: I think he knew he was a bit young for the United job and I can understand that. So he moved to Middlesbrough. It was a bold decision and a correct one. His worry was with me finishing next year that he could be left in the middle. I always said to him the most important thing as a manager was making decisions. If you're sure you're right then go for it, don't hang around, players respond to positive behaviour from managers. Going from coaching to management on the training ground is a big leap and I think he has the feel for it. I have no doubt in my mind he will become a top manager. He did well for me, he has a great work ethic which is important everywhere and especially at Manchester United. He's very tough and not averse to trying new technology. He did very well here with that, he has an innovative mind, he wants to try things. Where Boro are just now is probably the reflection of the ability they have at the moment. To get to that other part requires a bit more fina! nce. - [13] Picture the scene... - Posted Friday, December 14, 2001 by bar-knee: From the Mirror 'LEICESTER bad boys Dennis Wise and Robbie Savage were involved in an amazing bust-up at the players' Christmas party. They allegedly squared up after Wise gave Savage a teddy bear impaled on a sex toy and is said to have told him: Take this, because you're the only p***k in a Leicester shirt at the moment. It was a jibe at Savage's below-par form in Leicester's troubled season, which has left them one place off the bottom of the Premiership. The Wales winger responded by smearing chocolate on Wise's nose, but the pair had to be separated by team-mates when Savage became furious over a sexual remark about his girlfriend.' - [12] Mirror quotes a Becks source - Posted Friday, December 14, 2001 by bar-knee: And says with contract talks next week maybe recent events have been to get a decision made on his future... 'David accepts that every player has to be rested now and then but he doesn't understand why he's still being kept out, a source close to Beckham
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [26] Stam to learn his fate - Posted Tuesday, December 11, 2001 by bar-knee: this Friday with the length of ban. Fabio Capello wants to see stringent controls across Europe as well for doping: We should start to make controls the same wherever there is sporting competition. Until a couple of seasons ago, there were ridiculous examinations and every player could take a substance without fear of failing the test. I don't want to name names but I still am wondering how some players could pass the exams without leaving tracks of doping. - [25] The SUN take on Becks' comments - Posted Tuesday, December 11, 2001 by bar-knee: 'DAVID BECKHAM has told Manchester United he wants to stay at the club. But he will not commit himself to a new four-year deal unless the contract is absolutely right for him. And the England captain has now hinted he would be interested to see who will be the club's new manager when Alex Ferguson retires at the end of the season. That means United might have to wait until the summer before knowing if Beckham will definitely sign.' - [24] Tabloid tips Desailly - Posted Tuesday, December 11, 2001 by bar-knee: The SUN reckons he WILL be signed by the end of the week. - [23] Schmeichel on getting a break during Treble season - Posted Tuesday, December 11, 2001 by bar-knee: There's always a reason for what happens. I went straight from winning the 1998 championship into the training camp for the World Cup. We made it to the quarter-finals of the World Cup at the end of June, and United had to qualify for the Champions League on July 22. You add it up - how much time did I have in between to have a holiday and come back and be fit? I was drained and I hadn't had a holiday with my family for nearly two years. But the manager was brilliant and arranged to give me 10 days off, six weeks later. And from the day he said that, I played out of my skin again. I went to the West Indies, and after that, I never felt tired. I was just enjoying it and we won the treble that year. - [22] Great Dane on comparisons with Barthez - Posted Tuesday, December 11, 2001 by bar-knee: Schmeichel: We all have bad times when things don't work for us. In my last year at United, the October was probably the worst month I've ever had in my career. I couldn't catch anything - and every time the other team hit the target, it went in. Firstly, I wasn't playing well, and secondly, when your confidence is low and you're not playing well, you haven't got the luck you normally have. I didn't have the luck and I was really poor for the whole month. - [21] Liverpool home ticket details - Posted Tuesday, December 11, 2001 by bar-knee: Liverpool (Home) Tuesday 22 January, 20:00 Please note this fixture has been rearranged from Monday 1 April 2002. Members Postal applications are now being accepted from Members only. Applications should include a completed match ticket order form, relevant payment and sae. Online Applications Alternatively, members can make an online application. However, please note these applications will be given the same consideration as postal requests. Junior Ticket Scheme The junior ticket scheme will again be in operation for 11 to 16 year olds only. A set number of seats (strictly for junior members only) will be allocated for every home game in the East Lower section of the stadium. Junior members wishing to take up the offer must complete the appropriate section on the match ticket order form. Seat Prices (subject to availability) North and South Stands Upper and Lower £26 North Stand 2nd Tier £24 North East / West Quadrants Upper and Lower £22 East and West Stand Upper £22 East and West Stand 2nd Tier £22 Family Stand £22 North Stand 3rd Tier £20 East and West Lower £18 A half price facility is available to under 16's and over 65's. Please note, we anticipate being heavily oversubscribed and a postal ballot will be held to determine the successful applicants. Furthermore, Members should be mindful that the Family Stand has a strict no smoking policy, and that access to the North Stand 2nd / 3rd tier and East / West Stand 2nd tier seating involves a substantial amount of climbing. Persons having difficulty with climbing or suffering from vertigo are advised accordingly. Next Announcement The next Premiership home game
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [51] Pearson on Chadwick - Posted Monday, December 10, 2001 by bar-knee: Luke Chadwick is far from ready. - [50] More from United legends - Posted Monday, December 10, 2001 by bar-knee: Best: But it will be a shame if Sir Alex had one of his worst seasons and then bowed out. Pearson: If we don't win the Champions League we have to finish in the top four to book a place for next season, but there's no way we'll finish in the top four with performances like that. And that will cost the club a lot of money. - [49] We still predict Becks will sign - Posted Monday, December 10, 2001 by bar-knee: Despite bluster from both sides and media manipulation, RN is still confident that our sources have it right and Becks will sign the new deal in the coming months. His earlier comments put the right sort of spin against today's Mirror back page which has a headline of 'Beckham won't sign' and that Europe's best wait in the wings 'to take advantage of the turmoil at Manchester United'. - [48] Canvey Island wanted us - Posted Monday, December 10, 2001 by bar-knee: Canvey defender Peter Smith: Only facing United could be better. The only thing that could have made it any better was if I played for Aston Villa because I would be facing United now. But no one can take this away from us. We have had a great day and will have another at Burnley, whatever happens. - [47] Sven quotes in full - Posted Monday, December 10, 2001 by bar-knee: I have a very long contract with the FA and am very happy in it. I don't see any reason why I should change my opinion. I would be lying if I said I didn't miss the day-to-day involvement but that's the only thing I miss. I have never spoken to Manchester United, I have never heard anything about it. I have never even thought about going to Manchester United. I will be with England for ages. - [46] Part of Fergie's speech last night - Posted Monday, December 10, 2001 by bar-knee: To work with some of the greatest players in the world, you have no idea what satisfaction that gives me. I want to thank all those players who have worked with me, and it can't have been easy at times, but they all shared my ambition. We need to find the answer to whatever has happened this season because we are certainly not enjoying things. One fact is that we have won the championship very easily in the last two seasons and have missed the dog-fight. Maybe we need to get that back. - [45] Becks on Fergie - Posted Monday, December 10, 2001 by bar-knee: We are all ambitious players at the club and there is only one person we all look up to - and that's him. - [44] Fergie won't like this - Posted Monday, December 10, 2001 by bar-knee: headline from MEN 'SIR Alex Ferguson gambled with Manchester Uniteds Premiership trophy against West Ham ...and lost.' - [43] Shotgun Gregory at it again - Posted Monday, December 10, 2001 by bar-knee: We would rather be playing United than Canvey Island. It is the type of game we need because we are at our best when we are up against it. - [42] Joke of the day - Posted Monday, December 10, 2001 by bar-knee: A Leeds Fan, a Liverpool fan and a Man u fan were all in Saudi Arabia, sharing a smuggled crate of booze. All of a sudden the Saudi police rushed in and arrested them. The mere possession of alcohol is a severe offence in Saudi Arabia, so for the terrible crime of actually being caught consuming the booze, they were sentenced to death! However, after many months and with the help of very good lawyers, they were able to successfully appeal their sentence down to life imprisonment. By a stroke of luck, it was a Saudi national holiday the day their trial finished, and the extremely benevolent Sheikh decided they could be released after receiving just 20 lashes each of the whip. As they were preparing for their punishment, the Sheikh suddenly said: It's my first wife's birthday today, and she has asked me to allow each of you one wish before your whipping. The Leeds fan was first in line (he had drunk the least), so he thought about this for a
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [13] Gallows humour - Posted Sunday, December 9, 2001 by tb: Being sung at half time in Tier 2 (to the Glasgow tune) Follow, follow, follow, cos Utd are going Intertoto It's no word of a lie, we're going to be playing in July Cos Utd are going Intertoto. - [12] Capello clear up the confusion - Posted Sunday, December 9, 2001 by tb: There were peole from the club here when I gave that interview and I've never said I wanted to join United. What I did was answer a question: 'Would you go to coach Manhester United?' I said it would be an honour to think thah United would consider me. It was the same when I was chosen by Real Madrid. Clubs like Barcelona, Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, Juventus, Milan and Inter are great. It's not that I want to coach these teams - it's just that I would be honoured if they chose me, it's different. - [11] McClaren: Don't write Utd off - Posted Sunday, December 9, 2001 by tb: As for United, no matter what has happened recently - including yesterday's home defeat - I still believe they are England's best team with the best players. I wouldn't dream of passing judgment on what has been said about them recently or what is supposed to be going on, but I do have a word of caution to all those writing off Manchester United's season now - in December. I know that dressing room and I know what the United staff have to offer. It may be just around the corner - and it could still be an unbeaten run. I know the players and manager so well that what is being said and written about them day by day will only fuel their motivation. It is not as if they are not capable and we saw a little of that against Boavista last week. They have shown it before - indeed it happened last year. They can have a bit of a scratchy start and suddenly they get into their stride and gallop away in February, March, April. I would not bet against them doing it again. - [10] A third man - Posted Sunday, December 9, 2001 by tb: The Observer claims the identity of a third Irishman who's bought a stake in Utd is OJ 'Ossie' Kilkenny, a bean counter who handles U2's commercial affairs. Apparently he's a Utd fan (aren't they all!) who is a former associate of Dermot Desmond, head of the Coolmore mafia. More worringly the article claims Mick Hucknall is prepared to back them and buy into the club. That's the pre-match and half time tunes knackered then. - [9] Batigol blames Simeone - Posted Sunday, December 9, 2001 by tb: 'Simeone has got a lot of people sent off, not just Beckham - I think it was more Simeone's fault than Beckham's.' 'Beckham is Beckham. He doesn't have to prove anything to anyone. It isn't easy to play against Simeone, you know.' - [8] Sven says 'no chance' - Posted Sunday, December 9, 2001 by tb: I have never even thought about going to Manchester United. I will be with England for ages. I am with England to the World Cup and beyond. I see myself in this job for a long, long time. - [7] Fergie on the ginger weeble - Posted Sunday, December 9, 2001 by tb: I thought it was a penalty, but I would need to see it again, he said. You always need to clarify these things, but in the first half, I thought it was a clear penalty kick. But Paul Durkin has never given us a penalty kick no matter what the circumstances are. I remember the cup tie last year, he turned two diabolical handballs down against us. He's continued to do that and I'm disappointed in him. - [6] Fergie puts players first - Posted Sunday, December 9, 2001 by tb: Talkig about Becks, Ruud and Sabre: They were rested, Ruud was very tired after Wednesday, very, very tired, which is not surprising and he has come into the English game and played a lot of football, said Ferguson. Really he was off for a year before he came so he needed the break. - [5] The miracle worker - Posted Sunday, December 9, 2001 by tb: As Fergie says: It puts us in a precarious situation now and I think it's almost impossible now. I think it will take a miracle. I think the first thing we have to do is pick up our form. There were some failures today and we have to something
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [21] Sven being used to stop the Coolmore mafia - Posted Saturday, December 8, 2001 by tb: The Mail/Soccernet claim that the Plc are going after Sven big time in an effort to get shareholders to block any moves by McManus and Magnier to remove them and to offer Fergie the chance to stay on with Steve McClaren coming back as first team coach. According to the piece the Irishmen have instructed brokers to buy more shares should it fall below 120p (it's 138.5p at the moment). It would appear that Sky may be keen to sell to the pair. - [20]And then he blows it - Posted Saturday, December 8, 2001 by tb: However, Liverpool are favourites for the title the way they are playing while Arsenal showed in their performances against Manchester United and Juventus that they are also strong. I would say the championship is between these two. - [19] Charlie tries to get back in our good books - Posted Saturday, December 8, 2001 by tb: United are suffering a dip in fortunes and because it is them, a lot is made of it. They will bounce back. You can never say that Manchester United cannot put in a 15-game run as we did when we pipped Newcastle to the title. - [18] Becks on the bench again? - Posted Saturday, December 8, 2001 by tb: According to an 'exclusive' in the S*n Becks will be gathering splinters again today. No quotes, so pure speculation. Exclusive my arse! - [17] Yonner briefs - Posted Saturday, December 8, 2001 by tb: Blackburn Rovers (Home) Saturday 7 January, 15:00. Members Postal applications are now being accepted from Members only. Applications should include a completed match ticket order form, relevant payment and sae. Online Applications Alternatively, members can make an online application. However, please note these applications will be given the same consideration as postal requests. Junior Ticket Scheme The junior ticket scheme for 11 to 16 year olds only. A set number of seats (strictly for junior members only) will be allocated for this game in the East Lower section. Junior members wishing to take up the offer must complete the appropriate section on the match ticket order form. Seat Prices (subject to availability): North and South Stands Upper and Lower £26 North Stand 2nd Tier £24 North East / West Quadrants Upper and Lower £22 East and West Stand Upper £22 East and West Stand 2nd Tier £22 Family Stand £22 North Stand 3rd Tier £20 East and West Lower £18 A half price facility is available to under 16`s and over 65`s. Please note, in the event of being oversubscribed a postal ballot will be held to determine the successful applicants. Furthermore, Members should be mindful that the Family Stand has a strict no smoking policy, and that access to the North Stand 2nd / 3rd tier and East / West Stand 2nd tier seating involves a substantial amount of climbing. Persons having difficulty with climbing or suffering from vertigo are advised accordingly. Next Announcement The next Premiership home game to be sold will be Liverpool, to be played on Tuesday 22 January 2002, kick off 20:00 GMT. An announcement regarding selling arrangements will be made on Tuesday 11 December. - [16]Carroll reckons he's still Fab - Posted Saturday, December 8, 2001 by tb: It happens to the best but Fabien is still a great keeper and one of the best in the world. In the previous two games he saved a penalty against Leicester then made a great save against Bayern Munich but everybody just looks at the mistakes. It is a hard being a keeper especially when you are playing for Manchester United, the biggest club in the world. Everybody is watching you and it is very difficult for Fabien but the whole team is involved and we just have to get out of it . Everybody is waiting for them to fall apart but we are all well stuck together and if you make a mistake you just have to get up and get on with it. - [15] Still think were out of the title race? - Posted Saturday, December 8, 2001 by tb: From David Anderson at PA While Manchester United's prospects may look as gloomy as a turkey's this Christmas, the statistics do provide some hope of a revival. Sir Alex Ferguson claims United will not retain their Premier League crown because they have already lost five matches and no
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [25] Squads for tomorrow - Posted Friday, December 7, 2001 by bar-knee: Team (from): Barthez, G Neville, Veron, Blanc, Beckham, Butt, van Nistelrooy, P Neville, Chadwick, Keane, Scholes, Yorke, Solskjaer, Wallwork, Fortune, O'Shea, Silvestre, Carroll. Team (from): James, Schemmel, Winterburn, Dailly, Repka, Carrick, Hutchison, Sinclair, Cole, di Canio, Defoe, Courtois, Soma, Kitson, Todorov, Potts, Hislop, Minto, Foxe. - [24] Ronny Johnsen hopes to be fit before the summer - Posted Friday, December 7, 2001 by bar-knee: I'm aiming to come back before the end of the season. I'm back in training now, doing what I can. It's going the right way. I have to be careful as if it snaps again it can be dangerous, but hopefully I'll be back in about three months. I knew straight away what had happened. I snapped my Achilles once and it was exactly the same feeling - I snapped the hamstring tendons this time. I knew it was serious. Somebody played the ball over my head, and the man I was marking brought it down on his chest. I thought he was just going to control it but he turned with it. I stopped and had to go again, and from that I got into an awkward position and my hamstring tendon snapped. I had an operation which attached the tendon to the bone again. It needs time to grow again now. I feel like I can run but I have to be careful and give it a chance. - [23] More from Di Canio - Posted Friday, December 7, 2001 by bar-knee: They have world class players throughout the side and the wisest manager in England. So why do they struggle? I guess it's because they are lacking a bit of balance since they changed the formation. But make no mistake, they'll be back and I still feel they'll lift the title this season. Take no notice of Sir Alex Ferguson when he says United can't win the title this season. That's just mind games from the man who is the master of out-pysching opponents. He just wants the pressure taken off him and his team, then they'll probably go out and thrash someone. - [22] Reserves win again - Posted Friday, December 7, 2001 by bar-knee: goals by Ben Muirhead, Jimmy Davis and Daniel Nardiello. Blackburn 1 United 3 Team Carroll, Roche, Tierney, Tate, Clegg, Wallwork (Pugh), Muirhead, Stewart, Nardiello (M Williams), Davis, Fortune. Subs not used: Rankin, B Williams, Sampson. - [21] More from Di Canio - Posted Friday, December 7, 2001 by bar-knee: I'm only interested in how my team-mates and fans feel. We travel to Old Trafford this weekend which means great memories for me. I'll never ever forget our FA Cup tie at Old Trafford last season and in particular my winning goal. It was a great moment for the fans as I went clear through on goal and Fabien Barthez lifted his arm to try and out-psych me. He was actually being pretty clever there but, unfortunately for him, he met someone just as clever and I knew what he was playing at. So I carried on playing and stuck the ball in the net. It was just fantastic to be able to celebrate in front of our fans and I know what that victory meant to them. And they went on to win what exactly? - [20] Sven thanks Becks - Posted Friday, December 7, 2001 by bar-knee: as he got the UK Coach of the Year award. David Beckham should share in this because of his last-second free-kick against Greece which got us to next year's World Cup Finals. - [19] Giggs on games coming up - Posted Friday, December 7, 2001 by bar-knee: We've got a favourable fixture list up to and over Christmas. With all due respect to West Ham, Derby, Middlesbrough, Southampton, Everton and Fulham, if we can't pick up results now, then we don't deserve to retain the title anyway. Exactly what we've said. - [18] Derby tickets still on general sale - Posted Friday, December 7, 2001 by bar-knee: Derby County (Home) Weds 12 Dec, 20:00. A small number of tickets remain for United's home game against Derby County on Wednesday 12 December, kick off 20:00. These will be on sale to the general public weekdays (subject to availability) from 09:00 until 17:00 by telephoning the MUFC Ticket Line on 0161 868 8010 giving credit or debit card details. (Please note an administration fee of 3% will be charged.
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [32] Lee Martin in trouble - Posted Thursday, December 6, 2001 by bar-knee: After admitting benefit fraud whilst picking up job seekers allowance but earning £11,300 off MUTV in one half-year period and also claiming council tax benefit - he will be sentenced by JPs in Glossop next month after he admitted making false declerations. - [31] Keano on last night - Posted Thursday, December 6, 2001 by bar-knee: It was a good result for us and very important after the disappointment of the weekend. Hopefully we can build on that now. Nobody likes losing and we are no different. We are human and it has been a disappointing few weeks for us losing so many games especially to our arch rivals. So this win against Boavista was a good boost. - [30] Wenger signs Arse deal - Posted Thursday, December 6, 2001 by bar-knee: Apparently £2.5m a year until 2005, ruling him out of the Utd job, thank God. - [29] But now the Benfica keeper does a u-turn - Posted Thursday, December 6, 2001 by bar-knee: Benfica goalkeeper Robert Enke obviously has two agents as this one denites the claims. Goerg Neblung: The last conversation we had with manager Alex Ferguson and chief executive Peter Kenyon was last summer regarding the player's transfer. There has been no further contact with Manchester United to the player, or to me. He was close to signing last summer but Fabien Barthez was number one at Manchester United and is still is number one because he is a great goalkeeper. Enke does not want to be number two or three. He is one of the heroes in Portugal. He likes it very much and the weather is warmer than here in Germany or in England. - [28] United after German keeper? - Posted Thursday, December 6, 2001 by bar-knee: German goalkeeper Robert Enke - according to his agent, Norbert Pflippen: We have spoken to United in the past but he was not very keen on being number three. Now they are interested again - and they do have a little problem at the moment. - [27] Now this is dedication - Posted Thursday, December 6, 2001 by bar-knee: by gary The Sun page 11 Paradise Lost for Man Utd Soccer-mad Cathy Dennison has sold her home in an Australian surfers' paradise and moved to England - so she can be close to her beloved Manchester United. The 22-year-old, who for years has been getting up at 2am to watch United on satellite TV, now lives in a two-up, two-down in the shadow of Old Trafford. Cathy started following United after chatting to tourists in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. She said: I know it seems mad, but I just love football. A spokesman for the club said: We wish her all the best, but advise her to buy an umbrella. - [26] Tenuous Becks link - Posted Thursday, December 6, 2001 by bar-knee: by Gary Sun, page 19 Ronnie Saved by Beckham's Brief World snooker champ Ronnie O'Sullivan walked free from court yesterday - thanks to the lawyer who has saved David Beckham and other stars. I'll skip the details but the final paragraph says: Two years ago Mt Freeman got Man Utd idol Beckham his licence back in a speeding case. He has won cases for Becks' team-mate Dwight Yorke, manager Sir Alex Ferguson and Eastenders star Steve McFadden. - [25] Our Martin on the ball as ever - Posted Thursday, December 6, 2001 by bar-knee: From Matt Thought you might be amused by this quote from Martin Edward's ramblings in United Review from last night. He obviously thought it was going to be a crap match. We have had some fabulous matches against clubs from Portugal in the past and I've reason to assume that tonight's Group A tie against boavista will not be another to savour - [23] Liverpool fans attacked in Italy - Posted Thursday, December 6, 2001 by bar-knee: From Ananova 'The British Embassy in Rome says reports of four Liverpool fans being 'stabbed' are exaggerated. Three fans were reportedly stabbed before the Champions League match against Roma and one was knifed during the game. A spokesman for the British Embassy confirms four Liverpool fans have received treatment but describes the wounds as barely punctures. He said: It sounds a bit drastic to say they were
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-- RED NEWS - MUFC Daily News by Email. For the very latest news, the fans forum, and more, check out the website at http://www.rednews.co.uk -- - [14] 'Norman' loses it again - Posted Saturday, December 1, 2001 by tb: Master Bates at the Rent Boys AGM (from the S*n): The controversial Stamford Bridge chief first lost his temper when a member of the Chelsea Independent Supporters Association would not be silenced. Bates hit out: Sit down, I've had enough of your diatribe. You're a w**ker. Then, when the stormy meeting turned to the slump in the club's travel and hotel business, Bates blew up again, to a chorus of boos. He fumed: After the recent disaster, it's particularly difficult dealing with Americans who are quite cowardly, despite all their Rambo films. Bates also rubbished Chelsea's three previous bosses, insisting: Hoddle, Gullit and Vialli all bought older players on high wages and we're trying to change that. But, if previous managers have bought lemons, we're stuck with them. Touchy, isn't he? - [13] Keano at the back? - Posted Saturday, December 1, 2001 by tb: According to the Indy, Roy could replace Wes at the back today - [12] MUTV bid for World domination? - Posted Saturday, December 1, 2001 by tb: From the Guardian: The Irish millionaires John Magnier and JP McManus are planning to buy up the rights to broadcast MUTV, Manchester United's official club channel, in the Caribbean. The pair, who already own almost 9% of the club itself, act through the Cubic Expressions company, registered in the British Virgin Islands. Cubic Expressions is reportedly already in talks with Transworld International, the company responsible for selling MUTV rights around the world. If such a deal is completed, it would mark a further turning point in the channel's quest to become truly global. A deal has recently been completed to show MUTV in 60m homes in China, via state-run cable television. Negotiations are also taking place to install MUTV on the New York Yankees' television network in the United States. Manchester United are about to announce another dozen deals for what could become the world's most popular television channel. - [11] Jansen gets giddy - Posted Saturday, December 1, 2001 by tb: More Utd bashing courtesy of Matt Jansen and the Mail 'I feel if you look at Jonathan Greening and Mark Wilson, who moved to Middlesbrough from Manchester United in the summer, their career paths vindicate my decision to not join Manchester United when the opportunity arose,' said Jansen. 'I was 19 years of age when United came knocking, but chose to go to Crystal Palace so I could gain experience from regular first-team action. 'I played every week when I was fit at Selhurst Park, but Greening and Wilson struggled to get any first-team games at Old Trafford. In the end, they decided to move to Middlesbrough to get regular action. 'I guess it was the thought of being put in a similar situation to theirs that deterred me from going to Old Trafford. I've never regretted that decision. 'Sir Alex wished me all the best and said I wouldn't win as much at Palace, which was true. But when I went down there, the chairman, Ron Noades, said he'd put me up for a couple of days and I ended up staying with his family for six months. - [10] Sven the diplomat? - Posted Saturday, December 1, 2001 by tb: 'I've read that I could be going to United, but that's all. I've not talked to anybody.' AD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM HERE in the plain text email version of the daily news. Please support your news slaves at http://www.rednews.co.uk - [9] Fergie: This stinks - Posted Saturday, December 1, 2001 by tb: 'I would say this is the biggest test for the players. I don't think I have been in this kind of situation before, not as bad as this. There is no doubt about it, we have to get the show on the road.' - [8] Ronny out for season? - Posted Saturday, December 1, 2001 by tb: As Fergie says: The programme is quite straight forward as far as Ronny Johnsen is concerned. He'll be in remedial now for a while but we don't expect him back until April. - [7] Opta stats for the RBs - Posted Saturday, December 1, 2001 by tb: Us first 13 Games 13 ATTACKING 31 Goals scored 16 2.38 Ave goals per game 1.23 51% Shooting Accuracy 47% 17% Goals to shots %
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