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Van Gaal promises a firing show against Wolfsburg in the Champions League

December 8, 2015 by

Manchester United seems to have been losing its touch over the form that is why they are slowly going down in the leaderboard and reason for this is obviously lack of their striking power where they are not able to fire goals to win games. Facing the heat from every corner manager Louis Van Gaal accepts to have completely failed in terms of leading the side in crucial moments, yet he believes they can comeback in the premier league in no time. If we look at last nine games played by the Red Devils, they could only net six goals in them which poses a serious threat for their champions league survival. Nulling the rumors about his sacking from the top club post, Dutchman promises their show in the upcoming Championship league showdown with Wolfsburg Tuesday night will be a completely different affair. Briefing a news conference ahead of their faceoff with Bundesliga side, 64-year-old said, “You never know for sure, but I have the experience as a manager that the goals shall come, because when you are creating chances at the end you will score and finish those chances. That is why we have that belief and it’s a matter of time and I hope we can prove it tomorrow already.

Adding about their odds in the UEFA league after having a starving domestic show, Dutchman looks far more determined this time especially considering their survival in the next Championship league stage, he said, “We have to fight also against Manchester City in the league, or against Liverpool and for the fans these are very important, but in this moment I believe this is the most important match, but that is this moment.

“It is also very important for the club to continue in the Champions League, also for the players because they want to show the qualities on the highest podium, and that is also why it’s very important. As a manager I have played three finals so that is a lot I think. We have won one and lost two, and my big friend was there. When you lose you are so close, so it is so disappointing, but now, we are in a qualification group — that is in my opinion different.

“You have to prove as a club, as a team, as players — you have to prove yourself that you continue, that’s why it is very important to beat the opponent tomorrow because we have to be undependable of the result of PSV Eindhoven.”

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Sergio Romero finds it too hard now reclaiming United’s first goalie post

November 12, 2015 by

Big sides always have more options for every field placement than what they need hence every player – no matter how big name he has been in his career- has to fight for his survival and Manchester United goalie Sergio Romero is one such player who understands this challenge in front of him. He accepts the competition he is having for a place in first eleven and even readies to fight for it. This is despite the fact that he joined the Red Devils as first goalkeeper after former David De Gea lost the space and was almost ready to make a switch to Real Madrid. David’s poor form and unwillingness to continue in England cleared Romero path to secure his place as the first goalie so he also participated in the season’s first six games for Old Trafford side but later when David’s Spanish move failed for some reason and he also got an extension in England itself, Romero had to vacate the position for his former. Now, 28-year-old is finding it too hard to be welcomed undisputed at the helm hence is prepared to pass any test to become number one goalie again.

Talking about his future and if he can again be the United’s first goalkeeper, former Sampdoria goalkeeper said, “I am not really thinking, at least not in this moment. There is a lot of time to see what happens. I don’t think too much in the future I prefer to live what is going on every day. In football you never know what could happen. Today you play, tomorrow you don’t. What I know is that you always have to be ready for when the chance comes. Nobody is the owner of any position in football. I am happy at Manchester United. I am at one of the most important English teams and one of the most important teams in the world.”

Accepting that now it’s a matter of do or die to have a regular stay in the side, he added, “If I say no (on being first-choice goalkeeper) it would be a lie. But I knew from the first minute that it wasn’t going to be easy as there are guys in the team that have a great quality and that I was going to have to win my place. In this job you have to show every day that you are the one that deserves the position. Van Gaal is a very intelligent coach with a lot of experience. He knows what he does and what he decides is the best for the team.”

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Ronaldo would go back to United: Jose Semedo

October 30, 2015 by

Soccer world is full of surprises where you cannot be sure if someone would continue playing his current side or not despite of having been a loyal teammate for it and Real Madrid’s highly successful forward Cristiano Ronaldo is one such player who has ever been in the media: most of time for his firing performances, while some time – for his transfer rumors. Every week we encounters at least one claim that suggests former Manchester United player would move out of Spain in later years of his professional career like other legendry players who switched to rather third zone clubs when they crossed a particular age. But if it could also happen to Ronaldo is still a skeptical thing since 30-year-old Portuguese is still in a fine form despite of his age and if we rely on Real president recent statement where he ensured they would continue enjoying his services until he reaches forty, no one should have any doubt of Ronaldo future. Former Sporting Lisbon teammate Jose Semedo is the next one to guess where Ronaldo could land in later stage of his career and expectedly he counts over ManU to hire his services again.

Semedo, who now plays for Sheffield Wednesday as centre-back, has been a close friend of Portuguese and he said this after having been in touch with the starlet for years. He supported his claims with the fact that Ronaldo won Ballon d’Or and FIFA World Player of the Year awards when he used to be a United man and agrees of his successful run in Spain as well yet strongly believes, he would move to central Europe at some point of time. Talking about Ronaldo future, Semedo said, “He is very happy at Real Madrid he loves English football, he loves English people, and deep down I think he will come back to England because it doesn’t look like he wants to finish his career without getting back to England.

“He said he would wish Real Madrid is in England, but that is not possible. I believe he will end his career in English football again.”

Although, these rumors are in preliminary stage no one is taking them seriously and even Ronaldo has never said anything about this himself, but since he is growing with the time, and if Real would afford him if his age hinders his performance, would be interesting to see.

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Rooney to have United’s testimonial next summer

October 27, 2015 by

Big stars are known for their genericity and longest association playing for a side and when we are talking about who has the guts to help the needy, English players come on the top. Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney could be the next one after David Beckham to do the honor for needy people as reported by the leading sports daily. According to club insides, United will be hosting a testimonial to honor its skipper’s twelve years association with the club and Rooney, reportedly wants to celebrate his longest association with a friendlier primarily with Everton. Proceeds coming out of the game will be given to a number of charities who have long been associated with number of good causes including club’s own charity arm: The Manchester United foundation. This is noteworthy that 30-year-old is not in good form these days and manager van Gaal not even wants to talk about his form showing great respect for the Three Lions skipper. Reacting over the testimonial news, Rooney showed his pleasure being so honored by the club and said, “I would like to thank everyone involved in making this testimonial become a reality. Most of all I want to thank the fans for all their incredible support for me and the team since I joined the club.

“The match night will obviously be special for me and my family but I hope it will be a night of celebration for all involved and that we can also deliver one or two surprises. Most of all I hope the fans will come out in force and help raise as much money as possible for these amazing charities, all of which are very close to my heart for different reasons.”

Close club insiders also claim that Rooney wants Cristiano Ronaldo to play for his former side, though, nothing official has until been revealed either from Red Devils or from Ronaldo, but it looks like Portuguese would play in the game for obvious reasons. Club vice chairman Ed Woodward said talking about the friendlier, “I am delighted that United fans will be able to celebrate Wayne’s amazing years at the club in this way.

“From his sensational debut hat-trick to the latest of his 236 goals, he has been a central figure in what has been one of the most successful periods in the club’s history, winning everything from the Club World Cup, through to the Champions League and League Cup to his five Premier League titles. Wayne has selected good causes very close to his heart and the club is delighted to play its part, in providing Old Trafford as a fitting stage for such a game.”

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Javier Hernandez leaves ManU for Bayer Leverkusen

September 1, 2015 by

Bayer-Leverkusen

Manchester United seem to be hyper active in the last phase of summer transfer window, that is why Van Gaal is using every trick in the world to convince his aspiring players join the Old Trafford side while at the same time he is also not hesitating releasing players he does not need anymore. The 27-year-old Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez is one such forward who finds it difficult now to secure a place in the team especially after arrival of French forward Anthony Martial from Monaco hence he decided to move to Bayer Leverkusen. According to preliminary reports coming in, Mexican player has signed a three-year contract at some 8.75 million with a clause that can extend his stay at Bundesliga if both the sides agree. The former Guadalajara player has been a part of United first team regularly with 157 games to his name along with a 59 goals haul in five years term that he spent in England. Performance wise, he has been grossly successful with lesser known injuries too, in fact, he was also named as the Player of the Year in the 2010-11 campaign but could not carry his form beyond 2012 making him an unwanted asset at the helm. On the other hand, Dutchman finds lot more potential in young Frenchman, hence he decided to relieve Hernandez; he was last seen as substitute in last week’s game with Club Brugge.

While United fans are calling it a shredding of surplus asset, Bayer Leverkusen fans are excited to have a former United fan into their army. Talking about the new side and how he feels joining the third most popular European league, Hernández said, “I know the English Premier League and the Primera Division in Spain, two of the three major European leagues. Now I want to experience the Bundesliga.

“It’s wonderful that I get to play for a club like Bayer Leverkusen. It’s a great opportunity for me and I want to achieve something here.”

Likewise, Bayer Leverkusen sporting director Rudi Volleralso said, “‘With ‘Chicharito,’ we have more possible variations and we’ll be more unpredictable. He’s a lively, agile and fast striker who is strong, has a good technique and a very good record. I am delighted that he has chosen to join Bayer Leverkusen. The Bundesliga can look forward to seeing a great player.”

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