English Premier League outfit Man United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has confessed to have been helped by the principles and doctrines of the club under legendary manager Alex Ferguson to win the game against West Ham United. The Red Devils were outplayed against the London outfit all through the game but were lucky to have come out with all three points after a late double change by the former Red Devils forward. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hints that he has always believed that the late double change is a part of Man United, noting that as it is practised by the legendary manager, you take a gamble when you are down with 15 minutes to go as stated by Alex Ferguson in 1999 Champions League finals. Betting Preview: Liverpool vs Chelsea: Hosts Slight … [Read more...]
Ferguson tells Solskjaer how to stop Messi
English Premier League outfit Man United have been handed a boost with their legendary former manager Alex Ferguson playing an advisory role to manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ahead of their Champions League clash against Spanish La Liga outfit Barcelona. The Red Devils secured a historic qualification after defeating French Ligue 1 outfit by 3-1 at Paris despite the 2-0 defeat they suffered in the first leg of the round of 16 at the Old Trafford. The Ole Gunnar Solskjaer team have therefore got Argentina international Lionel Messi as the major threat in the Barcelona team because of his fine form at the moment. The headache has been about stopping him from causing the havoc. Real Madrid Opt For Kepa Over De Gea However, Alex Ferguson has told Ole Gunnar … [Read more...]
Southgate reveals whom he wants to emulate
The English national team have been flourishing of recent and that has been attributed to the fresh and young legs in the team as selected by manager Gareth Southgate since he took over as the country’s head coach. No wonder, the England national team did well at the World Cup and almost gave a surprise to the world only to be cut short along the way. The likes of Callum Hudson-Odoi and Jadon Sancho are the latest young players in the Gareth Southgate team and they have been helpful especially after securing a convincing win against Czech Republic. United agree on deal with world class forward Gareth Southgate who seems to have adopted a youth system said he is emulating the footstep of former Man United boss Alex Ferguson with his selection of younger … [Read more...]
Why I hate this Arsenal star, Ryan Giggs
Man United legend Ryan Giggs has revealed why he hated Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit in their playing days. It could be recalled that Man United and Arsenal had a very intense rivalry but for Ryan Giggs, he had it personal with Emmanuel Petit because of his long hair. According to the Red Devils former player, the rivalry between both teams motivated his team and legendary boss Alex Ferguson to want to win ahead of the Gunners team. No Offer For Chelsea Target – Frankfurt Ryan Giggs made it clear that he never liked Arsenal and some of the players at that time, including Patrick Vieira because of his dirty play which he was never punished for. Emmanuel Petit is not the only player Ryan Giggs will not like to see on the pitch as he added that he had … [Read more...]
Why no other candidate is available for United job
Man United are still in search of a new manager after the sack of former manager Jose Mourinho last year December. The Portuguese boss was immediately replaced by a former player Ole Gunnar Solskjaer who took over as an interim manager with the club making it known that they will be all out for a permanent and experienced manager ahead of the coming season. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has now joined the contest and candidate for the position because of the impressive performance within the last few months he handled the team. In addition to returning the team to winning ways, he has brought back hope of a top-four finish and has led the Red Devils to the Champions League quarter-finals. Solskjaer must now meet these two conditions to get United job However, he … [Read more...]
Former United star reveals Solskjaer’s strength over Moyes, Van Gall and Mourinho
Former Man United defender Gary Pallister has noted the strength of the interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been able to reveal the weakness of other coaches that have managed the club in the past following the exit of legendary boss Alex Ferguson. He noted that the last time Man United fans had reasons to smile and be excited with belief in the team was when former manager Alex Ferguson was in charged. The Red Devils have not had it good since the legendary boss retired with a Premier League title in 2013. They have struggled with managers including David Moyes, Louis Van Gaal and later Jose Mourinho with all of them failing to impress the fans and team. Sir Alex Ferguson statement about Eden Hazard in 2012 is now off point Portuguese boss Jose … [Read more...]
How United produced the best professional
English Premier League outfit Man United have been tipped to have produced one of the best professionals of the game by the club legend Ryan Giggs. According to Ryan Giggs, Cristiano Ronaldo is the best professional he has ever played with as a teammate in his entire career. It would be recalled that Cristiano Ronaldo had his first best career at Man United before moving away to join Spanish La Liga outfit Real Madrid. He played alongside Ryan Giggs at the Old Trafford where they enjoyed the success of the Premier League and the Champions League under legendary manager Alex Ferguson. Ian Wright reveals one good thing United did against Arsenal Giggs who played active and professional football until he was 40, expressed confidence that Cristiano Ronaldo … [Read more...]
Why Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is the new Sir Alex Ferguson
Football for Manchester United is now being likened to the era of legendary manager Alex Ferguson after the sweet win against Southampton at the Old Trafford. Just like the days of the legendary boss, the Red Devils came from behind to 1-0 down in the first half to seal a 3-2 win in the last minute as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer takes his winning record to 12 out of 15 games across all competitions. More to the fact that the Red Devils are have returned to winning ways after a very slow start of the season under former manager Jose Mourinho, must of the players who dipped in form are now returning back to their best. Why I am interested in Europa League, Petr Cech Belgium international who scored a brace in today’s game and French international midfielder Paul … [Read more...]
United to get Alex Ferguson advantage ahead of Liverpool clash
English Premier League Manchester United players will have the opportunity of having talks with legendary manager Alex Ferguson as hinted by interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, ahead of the big clash against Liverpool. The Red Devils will welcome hungry Liverpool on Sunday knowing that the game remains a must-win for the Merseyside team. Man United are ready to stop them. There is no doubt that the legendary boss has not been far from the Red Devils since interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took over and he has always had an influence in how they play and what they must do. Solskjaer hints De Gea’s stay after massive claim The Red Devils interim manager, therefore, added that Alex Ferguson means a lot to the team ahead of the game as he will definitely … [Read more...]
Just In: Alex Ferguson returns to United dugout
It has been reported that legendary manager Alex Ferguson will return to Manchester United dugout for the first time since he retired in 2013 for a Charity game to mark the 20th anniversary of the club’s Treble win. Alex Ferguson is expected to lead a side that consist of United legends to face the Bayern Munich legends that were defeated by the Red Devils in 1999 Champions League. The game which will take place on May 26, exactly 20 years to the night the Red Devils will be made to raise funds for Manchester United Foundation. Sanchez’s possible destination will shock Arsenal fans The Legendary manager has expressed delight in having such an opportunity to be at the Old Trafford again as it brings back the good old memories. He added that he will be … [Read more...]
What Alex Ferguson said earlier that can help United against PSG
One thing that has got Man United’s interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer moving is that he has been receiving tactical advice and support of legendary manager Alex Ferguson as well as sticking to his traditional playing style. Since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took over the job in December last year, the legendary boss Alex Ferguson has been visiting the United’s training ground and talking to the players. That cannot be taken away from the results on the pitch. It has now been revealed by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer that Alex Ferguson had spoken to the players before they recorded a 7-1 win against Italian Serie A outfit AS Roma in the Champions League. How Chelsea Could Miss Out On Summer Move For 6ft 3in Defender He noted that the legendary manager told the … [Read more...]
The reason why Pep Guardiola is not a United manager revealed, it will shock you
It has been revealed that English Premier League outfit Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola ought to be the manager at Manchester United today but a move to have him at the Old Trafford was stopped by the club legend Peter Schmeichel who was in the picture. According to reports, Pep Guardiola was suggested to replace legendary manager Alex Ferguson when he was meant to retire back in 2012 but the club’s legend spoke against it. Peter Schmeichel stated that he was vocal in the selection process and had convinced the board that the Spanish manager was not the best for the job because of his style which was different from the way United are known to play. Reason why Liverpool were only lucky, starman claims According to him, the former Barcelona and Bayern … [Read more...]
“Alex Ferguson” return considered
New Manchester United interim boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is reportedly considering to return the ‘Alex Ferguson football style’ to the Old Trafford. The past few years have been different for the Red Devils under former manager Jose Mourinho as they were forced to play a strange pattern which the club was not known with. The Portuguese boss had too much emphasis on defending and that ensured a different United on the pitch with a number of pundits coming out to condemn the manager but he looked unrepentant. However, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has insisted that the attacking football under the legendary coach Alex Ferguson would be returned back to the club for the fans to smile again. Liverpool In Alex Teixeira Link? He noted that a new United will start by … [Read more...]
Just In !! Alex Ferguson returns to Man United
Manchester United legendary coach Alex Ferguson will return to the club’s training ground on Saturday after interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer extended an invite to him ahead of their Bournemouth clash. The legendary manager is expected to be given a legendary welcome by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his other coaching crew and most importantly have some words with the players as they prepare to begin the second half of the season. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is a strong believer and supporter of Alex Ferguson as he explained how much the legendary boss had an influence in his playing career and most importantly, his career as a manager. Arsenal Favourites To Sign Experienced Chelsea Defender No wonder Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has always insisted that he would return … [Read more...]
Can United still qualify for next season’s Champions League?
Manchester United had another brilliant performance yesterday against Huddersfield at Old Trafford as they thrashed the struggling Premier League side by 3-1. Rejuvenated / happy Pogba scored twice but it was another rejuvenated midfielder Nemanja Matic who opened the scoring in the 28th minute. The Serbian international has endured a very woeful start to the season but Solskjaer seems to have helped him regain his confidence. The former Chelsea star finds the back of the net from close range to give the Red Devils a very deserving lead. Paul Pogba proved his worth with another breathtaking performance throughout the game. The former Juventus man found Jonas Lossl's net in the 64th and 76th minutes respectively. The Red Devils conceded a late goal but … [Read more...]
Could this be true? Arjen Robben makes surprise claim of United transfer
Bayern Munich star winger Arjen Robben has confessed that he was close to joining English Premier League side Manchester United in 2004 but a deal failed to go through. According to Arjen Robben, he had a meeting with former Red Devils boss and legend Alex Ferguson over a dinner as well as going to the Old Trafford stadium to access the field but noted that he returned without anything happening. The 34-year-old hinted that he was desperate to sign a deal with the club having stated that should United had come with a deal for him, he would have given his obvious nod but that never happened because he heard no word from the former boss again. Cengiz Under impressed Arsenal scouts, what next? Arjen Robben stated that he had no choice than to move to the … [Read more...]
United star emerge as shock target for Arsenal, Tottenham
Manchester United defender Phil Jones is reportedly a target for London sides Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal in the coming January winter transfer window. Jones' contract with the Red Devils will be expiring at the end of the season. If no deal is put in place, Manchester United might be forced to take up their 12-month option on Jones by the end of the month, claims the British tabloid. Jones joined the Old Trafford when former manager Alex Ferguson was in charge for a reported fee of £15 million. The 26-year-old England international will be an asset to his suitors knowing that he is an experienced Premier League player who has the full knowledge of the clubs, players and the coaches because of how long he has spent in the league. United hero speaks on … [Read more...]
41-year-old legend confirms Arsenal progress under Emery
A lot has been said about the current Arsenal team under their new manager Unai Emery since taking over the team in the summer. Emery took over from former Manager Arsene Wenger having led the team for 22 years and was due to take a bow. There were fears that the North London side will not survive the departure of the former French manager just like as it happened with Manchester United when former manager Alex Ferguson left the club but that did not happen. The Spanish manager came in and enforced a pattern and quality in the team that has seen the players pick up their new forms and also have a stronger mentality that has kept them going. Arsenal players now feel differently, Lacazette explains why The game against Liverpool on Saturday proves that … [Read more...]
Trevor Steven reveals what has happened to the Arsenal team
Football writer and analyst, Trevor Steven has stated that something has happened to Arsenal since the coming of new manager Unai Emery in the summer. The form and display by the Arsenal team this season has been a shock and surprise to many who had thought that they will struggle especially with the coming of a new manager. The fears of what happened to United when Alex Ferguson left the club did not come true over Arsenal as the club became stable and stronger. They have gone ahead to win 10 straight games in all competitions after losing their first two games to Manchester City and Chelsea respectively. Why Sead Kolasinac should be worried about Arsenal's new interest However, Steven stated that the Arsenal team have been able to rediscover their … [Read more...]
United get recommendation for new ‘Alex Ferguson’
Manchester United have been told that the only manager who can do the ‘Alex Ferguson’ for the team is current Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe. This is according to former Liverpool captain Jamie Redknapp who claims the manager has got the capacity to manage any big club in the Premier League. Particularly, he noted that How's has got the traits of former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson in ability and style. Redknapp expressed surprise at the snub of the manager by the top six teams in the English league, noting that the manager is being underrated by most teams. Bournemouth manager is known for players development, come back from defeats and positive philosophy. Redknapp recalls how Ferguson was signed from Aberdeen to the Old Trafford and … [Read more...]
Carrick reveals the first to know about Alex Ferguson’s retirement
Manchester United assistant coach Michael Carrick has revealed the first set of persons to be aware of the retirement of former manager Alex Ferguson before the knowledge of the public. Arguably one of the greatest managers that have ever lived, Ferguson retired as United’s manager in 2013 with a parting gift of a Premier League title. Carrick who had played under the Scottish manager disclosed that the players were informed of the boss’ decision earlier enough. According to him, the report of his retirement first came as a rumour until the boss came to confirm it to the team in what turned out to be an emotional meeting. Carrick explained that it was not an easy decision to make by the manager and telling the team as well a difficult one for him. … [Read more...]
‘I feel people at Liverpool, Man City are now laughing at us’, United legend
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has decried the current state of his beloved side, stating that they have now become a laughing stock. United are believed to have lost their character with the controversies surrounding their poor results coming from the club and that has been a major concern to fans and former players who worked hard to make the Old Trafford side a big club. Scholes in his reaction to the current state of the club noted that United have now taken the place of Liverpool from many years ago. According to him, inform clubs like the Reds and Manchester City will now have their revenge to giggle at Manchester United like it was done to them some years back. Scholes noted that United are known to be the leaders and champions in the league … [Read more...]