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DarkWan
post Dec 8 2020, 07:55 PM

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I am wondering how long has Raiola shut her mouth up because Pogba does nothing for months, and just because of one f*ing goal then suddenly got all the brave to open the mouth.
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post Dec 18 2020, 11:41 AM

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QUOTE(statikinetic @ Dec 18 2020, 10:50 AM)
Well, there may be a few players but my first thought was Phil Jones.
Can't believe the fella only 28 this year and given a new contract. He and Rooney definitely shared the pitch in the same playing squad. Not sure of the younger players like Rashford.
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Yeah, his name is the first to appear in my head too. Poor guy, still holding the number "4" jersey, but when was his last action ya? His Twitter and Instagram accounts were not updated for years too. I am not sure mang whether the fan or himself is disappointed more in himself bye.gif
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post Dec 23 2020, 04:13 PM

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QUOTE(bansai @ Dec 23 2020, 04:05 PM)
King Eric influences and change the team mindset. He doesn't score bountiful of goals. He scores when it really matters and change the mindset of players in games and training.

Bruno is more like Ronaldo to me. Not captain material but someone to look for in games for some magic moments.
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I think Bruno is the captain but no armband laugh.gif
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post Dec 23 2020, 09:27 PM

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QUOTE(bansai @ Dec 23 2020, 04:22 PM)
Compared with the others, I guess he's the only choice at the moment 😅

But maguire seems to be the manager's choice... Used to be pogba 🤣
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I saw a clip of Pogba giving some kind of influence in the France team. Yes on an occasion, he can give influence, kinda captain material. But my guess - he can do magic but not consistently, that is why he can do wonders in the national team (because it is not in the whole season), but in Man Utd, just once in a while.

About Maguire - Ole was rushed to appoint a new captain after Ashley Young left and he appointed Maguire because he is such a nice lad and most importantly, English cool2.gif . Weeks later, Bruno came and I guess even Ole himself did not expect he can be such a game-changer, or perhaps I can say, his lifesaver lol. Heck, even Bruno's wage on par with Jesse Lingard. And the latest signing, Donny van de Beek has a higher wage than him.

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DarkWan
post Dec 26 2020, 07:44 AM

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QUOTE(statikinetic @ Dec 26 2020, 12:14 AM)
City's Jesus and Walker positive for Covid.
Should be ruled out of our Carabao Cup match.
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https://www.skysports.com/football/news/110...ve-for-covid-19
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Kyle Walker and Gabriel Jesus face 10-day self-isolation period but could return for Carabao Cup semi-final against Manchester United on January 6


Assuming the isolation period starts on 26/12, on 6/1 it should be the 12th day and they both could play..
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post Dec 27 2020, 09:16 PM

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QUOTE(blueheaven @ Dec 27 2020, 01:18 PM)
Im glad got ppl notice. I've always ask man utd fans, go watch the goals they concede and watch where your captain 80m defender is and what he is doing. More often than not, he will be out of position, slowly jogging back, or right in the middle of the mix doing nothing at best. At worst, he will be causing havoc in his own defensive area.

The first goal they conceded, its not his fault as he manages to clear the ball deapite being imbalanced. But, he was very imbalanced, and if this happened again, he might not have cleared it successfully. His fellow defender was already approaching the ball ahead of the attacker, but due to the awkward breakdance, the other defender didnt attempt to go for the ball even though he was in a more stable position to do something with it. If maguire had screwed up his hiphop, which also causes his teammate to not go for the ball, it gives the opposing attacker a chance.

Imo, he is just not a dominant leader presence, and should be taken as a worker instead of a leader. Dont let him call the shots at defence. Make him play with more discipline. Get the goalkeeper to bark orders, or a defensive midfielder if needed. It probably wont be worse than a defender who roams higher than a DM anyway.
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What I do not understand, however, that I did not hear our ex-players like Scholesy, Keane, Evra talked about it. It is clear that Maguire can not lead his own defense, let alone the captaincy as a whole unsure.gif

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