Antonio Valencia: He’s not from Spain
Cristiano Ronaldo’s heir apparent he is not, replacing the production of a freak of nature should and is not his responsibility. Antonio Valencia is not bringing the goals, the glamour or the sex appeal that Ronaldo provided over his 6 years to Old Trafford. He is not David Silva, Karim Benzema, or Franck Rivery. He is just one piece of the puzzle as Manchester United begins to adjust to life post-CR7….albeit a very good one.
United’s first signing, in the post Ronaldo era: Luis Antonio Valencia
How Far The Hero Has Fallen…
Alright Tevez. Enough is enough. I have tried to hold my tongue on this issue, as I understand he is a popular figure with the fans. I thought, if people still want to love him even though he rejected the contract which he begged for over the last twelve months before declaring he would happily play for City (his most likely destination) well fine, that’s their own prerogative. Having made it very clear he had no intention to play for Manchester United next season I thought that finally the disillusioned Argentinean would stop whining and complaining about how unfairly he was treated at United. However this does not seem to be the case. Here are his most recent comments:
“You cannot argue with Alex Ferguson, He is like the president of England. It is impossible. You always lose. But he made a mistake to leave me on the bench. That was the only final the team had lost since I had been at Manchester United.”
Goal of the Month: November 08
A rainy day, a horrible match, United are 2-0 down. Everyone are exhausted. He comes on from the bench and scores one of the most beautifu,l but very difficult, goal. Rafael Da Silva has opened his account for Manchester United with a sweet volley, right on the edge of the box. His goal has been voted as November Goal of the Month by UnitedZone users.
So, ladies and geltemen, enjoy Rafael’s goal against Arsenal:
Goal of the Month: October 08
Wayne Rooney’s goal was voted as October Goal of the Month by UnitedZone users.
A fast counter attack started by Anderson, who got the ball from Nemanja Vidic. Anderson passed the ball to Giggs. The Welsh wizard then passes the ball to Wes Brown – the scorer of the opening goal – who’s pass engages Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese ace manages to lose his marker and pass the ball to Wayne Rooney, who manages a very difficult, but very beautiful execution.
Ladies and gentlemen, enjoy what was called by the commentator as a “fantastic Manchester United goal”
Goal of the Month: September 08
The United Zone users have voted Dimitar Berbatov’s second goal against Aalborg as September Goal of the Month.
Berbatov, Sir Alex Ferguson’s sole signing last summer did not make us wait too long for his first goal. He has opened his account in a Champions League match against Aalborg FC. Berbatov’s second goal was a maginifect scissors strike that has put the fate of the match beyond any doubt.
Ladies and gentlemen, enjoy Dimitar Berbatov’s goal against Aalborg FC:
Video Of The Day: Rafael Da Silva
Rafael, one half of the Da Silva twins has made quite an impression during his current debut season for the Red Devils.
Showing glimpses of great attacking flair, with a cannon for a right foot, the lad has shown no first team jitters among his all star collegues.
Once Rafael strengthens his defense skill set, he has a real chance of becoming one of the right backs of a new generation.
Now if we only could tell him apart from his brother Fabio!
The Carlos Tevez Saga
“Fergie, Sign Him Up, Fergie, Fergie, Sign Him Up” sings the Old Trafford faithful. The fans want Carlos Tevez, and they want Sir Alex to know it. The little Argentinean has been in impressive form of late, and he has scored some important goals in recent times. He buried City with the second goal of the Manchester derby, and he got United back to level terms against Wigan, with a brilliantly cheeky finish. These recent performances have only strengthened his position in Ferguson’s thinking. So what’s all the fuss about? Why don’t United just sign him, and be done with it?
The saga continues: Should United sign him, or let him go?
Time for the Next Step – United Youth
However it ends, this season is certainly one that will go down in history. Whether or not this will be for good reasons or bad reasons remains to be seen, but one way or the other this season will not be forgotten any time soon. It has thrown up all sorts of surprises, and many twists and turns. We have seen United play poorly, and we have seen them play magnificently. We have seen our veterans play sparkling, champagne football, and we have watched them fail to meet their own high standards. Most importantly however, we have seen the emergence of some incredible talents in the famous red shirt, and when taking into consideration the impressive nature of these performances, coupled with United’s worrying blip in form, the question must be asked, is it time for United to give their young guns a more central role? (more…)
Video Of The Day: Everyday United
Every year, Manchester United associates itself with various campaigns which promote fitness and sport for youngsters in England.
A few years ago, the club aligned with England’s x to make a charity DVD entitled, “Everyday United”.
What’s notable about the DVD is it shows United players trying their luck with various sports outside of football. It’s a neat insight into what the players enjoy doing sports and fitness wise and it shows great insight into the chemistry of the players.
Here’s a clip
United Zone Player of the Month – April 09
After a terrible month in March, United are well and truly back on track after an exciting April. April was a month which saw United win every single one of their league games, progress to the semi finals of the Champions League, and put one door in the final. The only real negative was that United’s chance of winning a quintuplet was shattered after some woeful refereeing in the FA Cup semi final in the FA Cup, and some penalty kicks that were even worse. Oh, and United were introduced to a certain promising talent along the way.
But who was the best in an impressive United side over the last month? Well if you were to believe the members of United Zone Football Forums, you would find that there was not one, but two favourites this month. After tallying the votes for the month, left by United Zone members after every game, we have a tie!
Congratulations to Wayne Rooney and Darren Fletcher, United Zone’s Players of the Month for the month of April. The United Zone electorate was greatly impressed with some battling displays from Fletcher, particularly against Arsenal midweek and Aston Villa, whilst Rooney’s performances against Tottenham and Portsmouth.
Immense: Wayne Rooney – Industrious: Darren Fletcher – United Zone Player’s of the Month April 09.
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