Manchester United Thread

Well as most of the resident ABU's on this board would have you believe, despite being one of chepeast clubs to follow in the top flight, we are money grabbing so and so's who can often be found round Stretford Arndale robbing old ladies and forcing people at gun point to buy replica kits.

But as usual they are talking bollocks.

Manchester United have released the following statement regarding Northampton Town FA Cup ticket prices:

"The Club have been aware for some time of the concerns of loyal fans who travel to away games and find that ticket prices have been raised because Manchester United are the opposition. While the club understands the rationale of Northampton Town in doubling their ticket prices for the upcoming Fourth Round FA Cup tie, Manchester United has decided to offer a £10 discount on ticket prices for our fans attending the game.

The discount - which means United supporters wil pay either £15 or £20 for a seat at the Sixfields Stadium - is a one-off gesture enabling both Northampton Town and our own travelling fans to benefit from a fixture which captures the excitement of the FA Cup. The discount, which will not set a precedent for any future games, is seen by both the Club and the Independent Manchester United Supporters Association - which asked Old Trafford to help with the case - as the right way to respond to fans concerns about the Northampton game."

So the club have done the right thing, but Northampton fans are non to pleased about what they are having to pay:

A spokesman for the Northampton Supporters Trust

“We all understand such a plum tie doesn’t come around too often. Cash is desperately needed but I think the loyal fans have been totally overlooked. The prices are not fair for the Northampton fan who watches the side week-in, week-out. Many have followed the club through thick and thin and deserve to be treated better.”

You tell them!!
 
It's not good to keep a player who doesn't want to stay, it's bad for everyone involved. Having said that behind the scenes Fulham could just be asking for more money and Man Utd don't wish to raise the offer, in which case the club shouldn't be held to ransom.

Does anyone remember the days when players actually honoured their contracts? No, neither do i ;).

Fulham should cut their losses and sell him.
 
At last we may have an end to the Rio saga, its more than likely they will not appeal, he could be back in September if he starts his ban this month.

He's been playing alot better recently and seems to have found his feet playing for The Champions, its gonna be a shame to see him out of the team but the amount of negative press around the club is at an all time high so it'd be nice to sweep this under the carpet and move on.

At least then Ruud & Fergie can sign thier extensions, its all ready but due to Rio affair any such things we're gonna be put on hold.
 
The only thing im worried about is that i dont think Wes Brown will be an able replacement for Rio. Dont get me wrong, i rate hime highly, but he just doesnt seem to have that consistency and presence as Rio has.
 
knh4 said:
The only thing im worried about is that i dont think Wes Brown will be an able replacement for Rio. Dont get me wrong, i rate hime highly, but he just doesnt seem to have that consistency and presence when Rio is there.
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Well they are different types of defenders, at the start of last season Wes was outstanding at CB while Rio was out injured.

IMO Brown compliments Silvestre's playing style more than Rio's but Rio and Silvestre have been excellent recently.

To be fair the lad hasnt had the chance to be consistent, cruciate damage to both knees and a broken ankle for good measure have set him back and he's lost ground on the likes of Terry and Upson but IMO he'll do great for us and maybe push for aplace in Euro2004.
 
Butatista said:
Vannizzlefashizzal said:
Manchester United has decided to offer a £10 discount on ticket prices for our fans attending the game.
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This is a tremendous gesture by United and they should be applauded.
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Cynical I know, but I think this is just a PR gesture. With all the bad news stories in the press, they probably want to even it up a little.

Still a good gesture though. Roman, are you listening?
 
T Butcher fan said:
Butatista said:
Vannizzlefashizzal said:
Manchester United has decided to offer a £10 discount on ticket prices for our fans attending the game.
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This is a tremendous gesture by United and they should be applauded.
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Cynical I know, but I think this is just a PR gesture. With all the bad news stories in the press, they probably want to even it up a little.

Still a good gesture though. Roman, are you listening?
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Yeah I thought that aswell T too much bad press around us at the mo.

But its still nice to see...
 
Man,Saha is the next most determined player to have this switch to Man Utd,RVN's is still the best and look at his success.C'Mon Fulham,If your player doesnt want to play for the club anymore,why keep him,its not good for the team.
 
You have to look at it from Fulham`s point of view. Basically, what sort of message is sending out to other players who are under contract? What is the point in a contract if the rules and regulations that the player signs up for are not met? For example, lets say Fulham DO give in and sell Saha, and then Chelsea come in and offer a lump sum for Boa Morte - he is instantly gonna be like "Well if Saha has gone to United, then why can`t I go to Chelsea!??" and the players then follow suit - Coleman has done the right thing in making an example with Saha. Don`t get me wrong, I obviously like Fulham to give in and sell him - and if I was Saha, I would rather play my football at Old Trafford - it`s a dream move for him. I`ve just been rambling on, haven`t I . . . . :)

Anyway, I just dug this out, had to post it.
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ninjabreakz said:
Anyway, I just dug this out, had to post it.
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hahaha like it.

One of the stories a i'd missed today was on Okocha, seems he's a chunk of bad luck and I reckon to help him out of the shit we should sign him up.

You listening Fergie!!

Surely Okocha will be looking for a big money move after this. Fergie should get in there, no?

Jay-Jay Okocha has been sent reeling after his £4million fortune was wiped out by a Nigerian bank crash. Bolton star Okocha says his mind is in a whirl and he is desperately pinning his hopes on the Nigerian government sorting out the scandal.

But the African Footballer of the Year admits he may now have to miss the chance of captaining his country in the Nations Cup — because he needs every penny he can earn at the Reebok.

For now Okocha, 30, is delaying his departure to Tunisia because he wants to earn as much as he can from his £25,000-a-week Bolton contract to cushion the blow.

He had invested most of his money in a bank in Nigeria but the owners admit they face ruin due to a mismanagement of funds. The 59-cap star insisted:

“My mind is with Nigeria. I love the country. I’m captain of the team and I know my responsibilities. But, honestly, I am troubled.

“I have almost all my money in a bank in Nigeria. The bank has problems and I’m in real trouble, in a real mess. I really don’t know what to do. I feel devastated.

“That’s why I’m staying back at the club to see if I can make a little money by playing matches.

“I’ll lack the concentration to do well in Tunisia with this problem.

“What am I playing for? The money I made playing football is gone. It is really disturbing.

“My mind is in a whirl. If I get paid, I’ll be in a better mood. Right now, the loss is hurting badly. I’m just praying that something positive will happen.”

Boss Sam Allardyce said: “Jay-Jay will leave when he feels ready to go. The decision is up to him.”
 
ninjabreakz said:
You have to look at it from Fulham`s point of view. Basically, what sort of message is sending out to other players who are under contract? What is the point in a contract if the rules and regulations that the player signs up for are not met? For example, lets say Fulham DO give in and sell Saha, and then Chelsea come in and offer a lump sum for Boa Morte - he is instantly gonna be like "Well if Saha has gone to United, then why can`t I go to Chelsea!??" and the players then follow suit - Coleman has done the right thing in making an example with Saha. Don`t get me wrong, I obviously like Fulham to give in and sell him - and if I was Saha, I would rather play my football at Old Trafford - it`s a dream move for him. I`ve just been rambling on, haven`t I . . . . :)

Anyway, I just dug this out, had to post it.
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No you have not, the sentiments of your opinion are correct. Too many players these days think that their contract is a just a piece of paper and don't respect it. Saha was happy to sign a contract to 2006 so he should honour it. The only way he can leave before then is if the club receive an offer they accept. Its the Anelka saga at Arsenal all over again.


PS. Posting a picture of the ticket, the day you went to OT is just plain sad!
 
Butatista said:
Vannizzlefashizzal said:
Butatista said:
PS. Posting a picture of the ticket, the day you went to OT is just plain sad!
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Ahh your just bitter cos its the day we knew that we was getting Our Trophy Back!!!
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Nah I'm not bitter. You deserved the title last season. But posting a copy of his match ticket is sad IMO.
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Nah your being bitter :)
 
From my little book of unconfirmed rumours, I see the words Man Utd-Defoe-£10 million.

Probably complete nonsense but thought I'd pass it on.
 
Butatista that was a special day. We all knew the Gooners would slip at home to Leeds, we knew we were gonna beat Everton in our last game, we had a feeling that it was Beck`s last game at Old Trafford in a United shirt (and it was). That photo was taken specially for the Arsenal boys who constantly email me and give me grief. So I just send that back. I could say I don`t believe you have even been to see the Gooners, but I don`t, `cause I don`t really care.
 
ninjabreakz said:
Butatista trust me mate, I`ve been to Old Trafford more than once. That was a special day. We all knew the Gooners would slip at home to Leeds, we knew we were gonna beat Everton in our last game, we had a feeling that it was Beck`s last game at Old Trafford in a United shirt (and it was). That photo was taken specially for the Arsenal boys who constantly email me and give me grief. So I just send that back. I could say I don`t believe you have even been to see the Gooners, but I don`t, `cause I don`t really care.
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Who said anything about you going to OT more than once?? Not me.
 
Sorry Butatista, completely missed your point. I`ve not long woke up. Posting the ticket for that day is just fun - it always winds up some of the Gooners. :D
 
Hey there Jerry you berry. Nice to have another Red Devil on board. Considering there are "aparantly" so many fake United supporters, I don`t see many United boys in these forums. There`s Hutch, Vann, Metallica, me, Jerry . . . erm. Can`t think of any others.

Anyway, it`s Wolves away tomorrow, hope United put on a better show than they did against Newcastle - we should get the 3 points, I really can`t see Wolves even picking up a point.
 
ninjabreakz said:
Hey there Jerry you berry. Nice to have another Red Devil on board. Considering there are "aparantly" so many fake United supporters, I don`t see many United boys in these forums. There`s Hutch, Vann, Metallica, me, Jerry . . . quote]
....and stiffler ;)
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ninjabreakz said:
Hey there Jerry you berry. Nice to have another Red Devil on board. Considering there are "aparantly" so many fake United supporters, I don`t see many United boys in these forums. There`s Hutch, Vann, Metallica, me, Jerry . . . erm. Can`t think of any others. quote]

thats a good pont ninja theres doesnt seem to be many utd fans in here
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