---------------------------------
[18] Becks on being England captain
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
"Being given the England captaincy has done an awful lot for me. When I was given it,
I admit it was a surprise. But it was a responsibility that I needed and wanted. It
has given me something very special to focus on. When someone gives you an honour like
that it also gives you a great lift. It is a responsibility I thrived on".
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[17] Possible Barthez understudy
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
The Mirror reckons it'll be Benfica's German 23 year old, Robert Enke.
---------------------------------
[16] Dyer on his way out of Newcastle?
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
Newcastle chairman Freddy Shepherd:.
"I have had a long, frank and amicable discussion with both Kieron and his agent where
I reiterated Kieron's future lies with Newcastle United. Kieron is an integral part of
the future of Newcastle United and I reiterate once again that our ambitions more than
match those of Kieron's. For once and for all, Kieron Dyer is not for sale."
Whatever, the SUN reports that he will be on his way, probably to Leeds.
---------------------------------
[14] Massive turn out
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
They can fill an old barn of a ground, cos city are a massive club
They consider Halifax as a euro away cos city...
>From Ananova
'Halifax Town expect to smash the club record for gate receipts with the all-ticket
friendly against Kevin Keegan's Manchester City on Saturday July 21. The Shaymen are
hoping for a 6,900 sell-out crowd for City manager Keegan's first game in charge. The
current record receipts of £36,000 came with the visit of neighbours Bradford City for
a Worthington Cup tie three years ago. Halifax chairman Bob Walker said he hoped
takings would top £40,000.
"This is vital income for the club. It is more than we hoped for from all our
pre-season games put together," he said.'
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[13] Singapore rules
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
Thanks to Wei for this from a local Singapore newspaper
'Bar-none and bananas for Red Devils
By Neil Humpreys
MANCHESTER United captain and millionaire Roy Keane could easily afford a drink at the
hotel bar. In fact, he is wealthy enough to buy the bar.
But when he stays at the Shangri-La Hotel, he cannot touch a drop - without first
securing the permission of manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
In fact, should any of United's players attempt to buy anything alcoholic, the bar
staff will refuse them.
Brandon Chan, the director of marketing at the hotel, said: 'We've been told not to
serve any of the players alcohol while they are here, unless we get permission from
one of the coaches.'
Welcome to the austere coaching regime of Ferguson, which has taken years to perfect
and has secured unprecedented success in the modern game.
Not only will the Scottish taskmaster's stringent regulations be in force in
Singapore, but it will also provide an insight into the exacting demands of being a
professional footballer.
As John Merritt, the managing director of ProEvents management which is promoting the
tour, said: 'There are certainly a lot of do's and on'ts for players on this tour.'
That is quite an understatement. Ferguson allows no alcohol in players' rooms. And a
midnight hamburger is out of the question too.
Said Chan: 'We've been asked to remove the mini-bars, and the players will not be
allowed to order anything from room service.'
Menus that cater for the three daily meals and other snacks have already been sent to
the hotel from Old Trafford. That menu must be followed strictly.
And even though Singapore is famed for its fish-head curry, chicken rice and roti
prata, it is unlikely that the United stars will get to sample those dishes.
Said Chan: 'It would have been nice if they could have tried our local fare, but the
players will follow a strict low-fat diet.'
And after the training sessions, someone had better throw those Red Devils a few
bananas otherwise Ferguson will be displeased.
'Straight after training,' says Merritt, 'Ferguson insists on bananas for all his
players. It must be bananas, as soon as they're finished.'
All of which begs the question. Why do United's players tolerate such a restrictive,
austere lifestyle?
Well, aside from the prospect of trophies, Ruud van Nistelrooy's contract has just
provided him with 40,000 reasons a week.
FERGIE'S LAW: Do's and don'ts
DO NOT DRINK: Ferguson has asked that all mini-bars be removed from the players' hotel
rooms and that they not be served any alcohol at any of the bars.
DO NOT EAT: The players must follow a strict menu that has been sent from Old
Trafford. They will not be allowed to stray from the menu during their Singapore stay.
O NOT BRING WIVES: Sorry Spice-Girl fans, there will be no Victoria 'Posh Spice'
Beckham on this tour. Ferguson treats pre-season tours as work and does not permit
players' wives or girlfriends.
DO EAT BANANAS: Ferguson loves bananas. After every training session, players must eat
bananas. No other fruit, just bananas.
DO SLEEP ON BOARDS: Former United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel insisted on having a
plank of wood placed under his mattress, to help him sleep on tour.
The backroom staff at United apparently have continued the tradition. There will be
two boards available at the Shangri-La for physiotherapy sessions.'
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[12] Another Veron song
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
Thanks to Kathleen for this
'Not Fergie related, but yet another Veron ditty (let's face it, forking out that
kind of money deserves the ridiculous)
Veron Veron we think you're really great
veron Veron and so do all your mates
Veron Veron you are the icing on the cake
Veron Veron with you we'll have such fun
Veron Veron the scousers on the run
Veron Veron we're gonna win the lot again
Just in passing, I am currently on holiday near a place in Queensland called "Yorkey's
Knob". Srangely enough the least impressive of all the beaches on the gold coast.'
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[11] OH NO!
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
Transfer gossip - Quinton Fortune could be on his way to Bolton for between £2m-3m.
---------------------------------
[10] Cuddly Pete on Fergie staying
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
"It's something I am delighted about and the rest of the board are delighted about.
It's good news for all our supporters everywhere. It's incredibly important for the
club. Alex is in many ways, to a lot of our new fans, the icon of the club. There are
not too many legends around but he is one of these. The role we have defined is the
right role for him and Manchester United.
We are going to continue to have a very enjoyable relationship and that's good news
for everyone. Maintaining continuity is so important to the club. His presence will
prove invaluable in sustaining and growing the popularity of Manchester United. Most
important of all keeping Sir Alex at United will delight our fans."
---------------------------------
[9] More from Ole
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
"Last season was not good enough for United. That is why they have gone out and bought
the likes of Ruud and Juan Veron and they will both bring major strengths with them."
---------------------------------
[8] Ole on next season
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
"I see no reason why I shouldn`t have confidence in myself. This year I plan to be
stronger physically and mentally and have my best season for United. My goal is to be
involved in all the big matches. I have looked after myself in the summer. I am free
of injury after my knee operation towards the end of last season and I shall be more
attacking."
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[7] Cuddly Pete on no new players?
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
"There was a short-list of players and with Ruud (van Nistelrooy) and Sebastian
(Veron) we have two great players joining what is already a fantastic squad, and that
was one of the objectives that we set ourselves, and now it is about finalising the
last renegotiations of the current squad and then I think we will be very well set for
next season."
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[6] Kenyon on replacing Fergie
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
"We have not started the process. The plans in the close season have always been about
getting the team in shape for next season, making sure the plans are in place for our
youth development, and that critical job will start after Christmas."
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[5] This surely won't last long
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
>From Ananova
'Patrick Vieira reported for pre-season training with Arsenal today. The France
international arrived at Colney in north London this morning despite demanding a
transfer from the Gunners over the summer break. The World Cup winner has been quoted
in the press as criticising the club's summer signings and fellow players who have
urged him not to leave the club, with some reports even suggesting he would go on
strike if denied a transfer. Vieira could now face showdown talks with boss Arsene
Wenger to thrash out his future before the new campaign begins.'
---------------------------------
[4] The only time Liverpool will beat us all season
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
As Liverpool beat us in the Manchester Masters' Football shown live on SKY last night
in the Final.
We'd beaten Everton 5-0 (Choccy and Sunbed getting a cracker each) and then played
city in which the commentator without tongue in cheek said city were desperate to beat
us for 'the first time since 1989'. We were 1-0 down with 40 seconds left; Choccy
scores and the Blues in the crowd once again head for the kleenex box.
The Final was one game too many - we'd already lost 1-0 to them in the early stages
and with Paul McGrath knackered for us (thought his knees were too bad these days) and
a team featuring Dave Ryan in goal (the habitual 5 or 6 a side choice as we presumably
have nobody else), Sunbed, Choccy, Viv Anderson, Frank Stapleton, Paul Parker, Sammy
Mac (sent off against the Blues and booed still by the Bitters), Andy Ritchie and -
wait for it - Neil Webb (how he can dare turn out in the Red!) meant we had to put up
with fat Jan Molby lifting the trophy as Choccy et al looked on. The latter is though
sporting a nifty Veron like goatee as he starts off under Fergie's tuition on the
reserve team bench this season.
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[3] Best fans in the world - no, just Cry Babies
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
>From the Sunday Mirror yesterday
'FOOTBALL: FANZONE : TOON ARMY GO AWOL AS FANS MISS SEEING THE THRILLS AND BIG NAMES
OF KEEGAN ERA WHERE FANS HAVE THEIR SAY THE TOON Army are facing their first desertion
charge since pre-Kevin Keegan days. (sunday mirror)
Newcastle United have had to put up the "house full" signs since Keegan's second
season in 1992-93 when they won promotion to the Premier League.
But, having increased capacity from 36,000 to 52,000 last year, Newcastle face a
struggle to sell out next season. Early indications are that season ticket sales are
significantly down on last season's amazing 44,000 figure, despite most Premier League
clubs reporting a rise in summer sales.
United insist they are still collating their figures, but various estimates within the
club put the figure at between 27,000 and 35,000 - still one of the best in the
Premiership.
What is certain is that Newcastle are now accepting applications from fans on their
waiting list. That much is confirmed by ticket office staff, despite United's
reluctance to reveal the figures.
That drop reflects the disappointment felt by Geordie fans after the four poor seasons
that followed the consecutive runners-up spots they achieved in 1995-96 and 1996-97.
And manager Bobby Robson's failure to attract the sort of star names that were
commonplace in the Keegan era has only added to the sense of gloom.
Kevin Miles of the Independent Newcastle United Supporters' Association said: "I'm not
surprised to hear season ticket sales are down. Newcastle have just not delivered in
recent seasons. Newcastle fans have been fantastically loyal down the years, but there
appears to be less and less chance of that loyalty ever being rewarded with a
successful team.
"I know quite a few suppoorters who aren't prepared to renew their season tickets
until the club starts showing the same ambition as the fans.
"Fans now have the experience of the increased capacity and they could see last season
there were nearly always some empty seats. Once they realise buying a season ticket is
no longer a necessity sales could fall even further."
Season ticket sales are generally down in the North East where, despite the passion of
the fans, the top-flight title hasn't been won since Sunderland's success way back in
1935-36.
Sunderland actually cut their prices for the new campaign and are still hoping to
equal last season's record figure of 37,000 season tickets. Middlesbrough are down on
last term's figure of 25,000, but report a big upturn since new boss Steve McClaren
replaced Bryan Robson.
Spokesman Dave Allen said: "Our figures were down on last season early on, but since
Steve McClaren took over there has been a significant improvement."
Sales are generally up at most Premier League clubs with the newly-promoted clubs
showing the biggest increases. Bolton are up 50 per cent to almost 15,000, while
Fulham and Blacburn have gained 4,000 and 3,000 new season ticket holders
respectively.
Bolton's communications manager Katrina Davis told Fanzone:
"We are delighted with the response from our fans. The figures show a massive increase
in season ticket holders."
And Blackburn secretary Tom Finn said: "We kept the prices reasonable. And the
increased figures show that the fans appreciated that."
Among the clubs predicting a season ticket sell-out are champions Manchester United,
Liverpool, Arsenal, Ipswich and Chelsea.
YOU can contact Brian McNally on [EMAIL PROTECTED]
PREMIER SEASON TICKET SALES
TEAM 2000-01 2001-02 CHANGE
Arsenal 21,000 21,000 No change
Villa 13,000 12,700 -300
Bolton 10,000 15,000 +5,000
Blackburn 13,000 16,000 +3,000
Charlton 18,000 20,900 +2,900
Chelsea 20,000 21,300 +1,300
Derby 15,000 15,700 +700
Everton 20,000 18,800 -1,200
Fulham 8,000 12,000 +4,000
Ipswich 18,000 20,000 +2,000
Leeds 23,000 26,000 +3,000
Leicester 11,000 12,000 +1,000
Liverpool 28,000 28,000 No change
Man Utd 46,000 46,000 No change
*Newcastle 45,000 34,000 -11,000
*Sunderland 37,000 33,000 -4,000
Tottenham 19,000 19,700 +700
West Ham 16,000 16,000 No change
*Estimated'
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[2] Who cares?
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
Liverpool full-back Christian Ziege is on the verge of completing a move to Tottenham.
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[1] Fergie special - keep sending stuff in!
---------------------------------
Posted Monday, July 16, 2001 by bar-knee:
We're now in the final days approaching the deadline for our Fergie special. We have
truly had a great response with memories - be it personal meetings, magic games, etc
but we want MORE! So please keep them coming in. The final deadline has now been
confirmed as Thursday July 19th so get writing - anything and everything is
appreciated!
This is a massive appeal - feel free to spread the word via forums, to mates, etc -
the more help/contributions we get the better to make the following as good as we can
make it.
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Red News is planning a Fergie special edition for next season - planned long before
recent events (which are hopefully to be sorted in the coming weeks) - this special is
to commemorate his momentous time at Old Trafford and mark his last season at Old
Trafford as manager (but not at the club!). We want this to be THE definitive accolade
to Fergie, so need your help with as many ideas/articles/short memories from 1986-2002
that you can provide to us at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Below are just a few of the things we're after - but let us know anything you'd like
to see in the Fergie special.
N.B. The deadline for ALL contributions is July 19th 2001.
We're looking for
...any special Fergie quotes
...any special photos you may have of Fergie (that you took?) during his time at
United. All will be returned after use.
...any unique memories you have of meeting him. Special recollections/comments, the
diverse and different the better!
...the big challenge is listing magic fergie 'moments'. Basically we're looking for
the great (and not so great?!) games under fergie over all those years - but not just
the biggies (nou camp, chelsea 4-0, etc) but ones that you think were part of the
fergie jigsaw that grew with each year (1-5 city, his first game at Oxford, etc, etc).
We're looking for one paragraph for each game - if you recall a game which you think
was pivital in the development of Fergie, with an off-beat memory or short description
of the game events, your own comment, view, send them in!
...We're also looking for anyone who may know an Aberdeen fan during the time Fergie
was there who would be able to write something of that era.
...feel free to choose your magic Fergie moments (not games this time, but off field
memories - like psyching out keegan). Anything and everything sought - again one
paragraph for each, feel free to do as many as you like!
...Other highlights - short one words, like best and worst moments under fergie
...your thoughts on the fergie era, etc...for a letters page
...quirky/funny stories & opinions on fergie
And lastly any suggestions of dramatic events that we wouldn't want to forget that
Utd/fergie have experienced since '86. Even looking back these past few days at all my
scrapbooks, etc, it's mad what I'd forgotten - so we are searching for a listing of
stuff you can recall off the top of your head, like the MEN poll over Ince, getting
the OBE, any memory at all really.
...anyone who would like to advertise in this special please contact us.
Many thanks for anything you can provide - we really want this Fergie special to be,
well, bloody special. So anything and everything is welcome - keep it coming and
spread the word. We've already had a great response - thanks ever so much.
You can contact us by e.mail at
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
or post stuff to Red News, P.O.Box 176, Manchester, M16 8LG
Deadline is this July 19th 2001!
Many, many thanks!
---------------------------------
[8] Fergie appeal - just days to go!
---------------------------------
Posted Sunday, July 15, 2001 by bar-knee:
We're now in the final days approaching the deadline for our Fergie special. We have
truly had a great response with memories - be it personal meetings, magic games, etc
but we want MORE! So please keep them coming in. The final deadline has now been
confirmed as Thursday July 19th so get writing - anything and everything is
appreciated!
This is a massive appeal - feel free to spread the word via forums, to mates, etc -
the more help/contributions we get the better to make the following as good as we can
make it.
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Red News is planning a Fergie special edition for next season - planned long before
recent events (which are hopefully to be sorted in the coming weeks) - this special is
to commemorate his momentous time at Old Trafford and mark his last season at Old
Trafford as manager (but not at the club!). We want this to be THE definitive accolade
to Fergie, so need your help with as many ideas/articles/short memories from 1986-2002
that you can provide to us at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Below are just a few of the things we're after - but let us know anything you'd like
to see in the Fergie special.
N.B. The deadline for ALL contributions is July 19th 2001.
We're looking for
...any special Fergie quotes
...any special photos you may have of Fergie (that you took?) during his time at
United. All will be returned after use.
...any unique memories you have of meeting him. Special recollections/comments, the
diverse and different the better!
...the big challenge is listing magic fergie 'moments'. Basically we're looking for
the great (and not so great?!) games under fergie over all those years - but not just
the biggies (nou camp, chelsea 4-0, etc) but ones that you think were part of the
fergie jigsaw that grew with each year (1-5 city, his first game at Oxford, etc, etc).
We're looking for one paragraph for each game - if you recall a game which you think
was pivital in the development of Fergie, with an off-beat memory or short description
of the game events, your own comment, view, send them in!
...We're also looking for anyone who may know an Aberdeen fan during the time Fergie
was there who would be able to write something of that era.
...feel free to choose your magic Fergie moments (not games this time, but off field
memories - like psyching out keegan). Anything and everything sought - again one
paragraph for each, feel free to do as many as you like!
...Other highlights - short one words, like best and worst moments under fergie
...your thoughts on the fergie era, etc...for a letters page
...quirky/funny stories & opinions on fergie
And lastly any suggestions of dramatic events that we wouldn't want to forget that
Utd/fergie have experienced since '86. Even looking back these past few days at all my
scrapbooks, etc, it's mad what I'd forgotten - so we are searching for a listing of
stuff you can recall off the top of your head, like the MEN poll over Ince, getting
the OBE, any memory at all really.
...anyone who would like to advertise in this special please contact us.
Many thanks for anything you can provide - we really want this Fergie special to be,
well, bloody special. So anything and everything is welcome - keep it coming and
spread the word. We've already had a great response - thanks ever so much.
You can contact us by e.mail at
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
or post stuff to Red News, P.O.Box 176, Manchester, M16 8LG
Deadline is this July 19th 2001!
Many, many thanks!
---------------------------------
[7] You are banned
---------------------------------
Posted Sunday, July 15, 2001 by bar-knee:
>From Ananova
Frank de Boer has been banned by Fifa for one year following his failed drugs tests,
according to the player's lawyer.
De Boer now looks set to miss Holland's World Cup campaign after Fifa followed the
lead of Uefa by suspending the Barcelona defender.
Lawyer Cor Hellingman said: "They informed us about the suspension in the form of an
unimportant notification."
Hellingman claimed Fifa should have waited until the outcome of De Boer's hearing on
July 26 before imposing any possible ban.
De Boer's hearing is expected to last up to five weeks, meaning even if it is
eventually successful he could now miss the World Cup clash against Republic of
Ireland on September 1.
The 31-year-old's international team-mate Edgar Davids and Portugal captain Fernando
Couto have also been banned by Fifa following positive tests for nandrolone.
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[6] UEFA chief has cancer
---------------------------------
Posted Sunday, July 15, 2001 by bar-knee:
Uefa President Lennart Johansson has undergone treatment for prostate cancer.
"It is true that I have undergone treatment for prostate cancer recently, but that
treatment has now been completed and so far appears to have been successful. I am
hopeful that it will be cured. I have absolutely no reason to assume that my health
will not allow me to continue in my present function as president of Uefa."
---------------------------------
[5] Two ridiculous quotes
---------------------------------
Posted Sunday, July 15, 2001 by bar-knee:
Bolton's new signing Henrik Pedersen:
"Now I'm playing here I'm a Bolton fan, but I supported Manchester City because they
were probably the first team I saw on television - and I also liked the colour of
their shirts."
(what laser blue?)
Kevin Keegan:
"We have four forwards that any club in the Premiership would be proud of and we are
very strong in that department"
Proud. What get that Dickov, Goater and er, that's it?
---------------------------------
[4] Ignore Kluivert speculation
---------------------------------
Posted Sunday, July 15, 2001 by bar-knee:
Ignore all that talk of us signing Kluivert - he turned us down once and Fergie
apparently vowed that was it. We nearly got him back then but his about turn was it as
far as Utd were concerned.
---------------------------------
[3] And your best player is not going to stay
---------------------------------
Posted Sunday, July 15, 2001 by bar-knee:
Wenger again
"I don't just hope Vieira will turn up for training on Monday - I am sure he will turn
up."
And will then bigger off quicker than you can say 'no hopers'.
---------------------------------
[2] Wenger goes on and on and on
---------------------------------
Posted Sunday, July 15, 2001 by bar-knee:
"Money sometimes helps you to be successful, but there are plenty of teams in Europe
who have spent fortunes but still don't have a team. I'm not a dreamer. There was an
10-point difference between us last year and I don't think they are any weaker now. I
hope we are stronger. To win the title we have got to show that. Let's not forget they
have spent maybe four times more than us."
And just like that drink, he ain't bitter. Not.
---------------------------------
[1] Wenger talking s***e?
---------------------------------
Posted Sunday, July 15, 2001 by bar-knee:
Arsene Wenger:
"I'm not intimidated by the signing of Veron"
(and I'm an elephant)
"You have to say United are lucky to be able to spend so much money, but as for him
being worth that amount, I don't know."
(jealousy will get you nowhere)
"I think Veron is a great player, but the price of a player is sometimes dictated by
how much a club has to spend and United do have money to spend. At the moment we don't
- but we will one day."
(one day over the rainbow)
---------------------------------
[10] Story out of nothing
---------------------------------
Posted Saturday, July 14, 2001 by bar-knee:
The Mirror reports in a large back page spread how Juan Veron has to travel down to
London to renew his 'invalid passport' after Utd realised his document was out of
date. He had to go to the Argentinian Embassy to renew it. Er, and that's it.
---------------------------------
[9] Becks on Fergie
---------------------------------
Posted Saturday, July 14, 2001 by bar-knee:
"Mayself and the rest of the lads are desperate to give him that European Cup at
Hampden Park"
---------------------------------
[8] Lizarazu no chance?
---------------------------------
Posted Saturday, July 14, 2001 by bar-knee:
"I was asked whether I had been in contact with Manchester United. I simply replied
that I effectively had but at the end of last season. It wasn't new as I had already
told everyone about it. Later, the media put everything into a bag, mixed it up and
imagined what they wished. The only true thing in all this, is that I have a meeting
with the (Bayern) management next week. We will discuss my situation in a professional
manner. There are just a few things to clarify between us and I believe that we will
come to an agreement"
---------------------------------
[7] Fergie special - get writing on a boring Saturday!
---------------------------------
Posted Saturday, July 14, 2001 by bar-knee:
We're now in the final days approaching the deadline for our Fergie special. We have
truly had a great response with memories - be it personal meetings, magic games, etc
but we want MORE! So please keep them coming in. The final deadline has now been
confirmed as Thursday July 19th so get writing - anything and everything is
appreciated!
This is a massive appeal - feel free to spread the word via forums, to mates, etc -
the more help/contributions we get the better to make the following as good as we can
make it.
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Red News is planning a Fergie special edition for next season - planned long before
recent events (which are hopefully to be sorted in the coming weeks) - this special is
to commemorate his momentous time at Old Trafford and mark his last season at Old
Trafford as manager (but not at the club!). We want this to be THE definitive accolade
to Fergie, so need your help with as many ideas/articles/short memories from 1986-2002
that you can provide to us at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Below are just a few of the things we're after - but let us know anything you'd like
to see in the Fergie special.
N.B. The deadline for ALL contributions is July 19th 2001.
We're looking for
...any special Fergie quotes
...any special photos you may have of Fergie (that you took?) during his time at
United. All will be returned after use.
...any unique memories you have of meeting him. Special recollections/comments, the
diverse and different the better!
...the big challenge is listing magic fergie 'moments'. Basically we're looking for
the great (and not so great?!) games under fergie over all those years - but not just
the biggies (nou camp, chelsea 4-0, etc) but ones that you think were part of the
fergie jigsaw that grew with each year (1-5 city, his first game at Oxford, etc, etc).
We're looking for one paragraph for each game - if you recall a game which you think
was pivital in the development of Fergie, with an off-beat memory or short description
of the game events, your own comment, view, send them in!
...We're also looking for anyone who may know an Aberdeen fan during the time Fergie
was there who would be able to write something of that era.
...feel free to choose your magic Fergie moments (not games this time, but off field
memories - like psyching out keegan). Anything and everything sought - again one
paragraph for each, feel free to do as many as you like!
...Other highlights - short one words, like best and worst moments under fergie
...your thoughts on the fergie era, etc...for a letters page
...quirky/funny stories & opinions on fergie
And lastly any suggestions of dramatic events that we wouldn't want to forget that
Utd/fergie have experienced since '86. Even looking back these past few days at all my
scrapbooks, etc, it's mad what I'd forgotten - so we are searching for a listing of
stuff you can recall off the top of your head, like the MEN poll over Ince, getting
the OBE, any memory at all really.
...anyone who would like to advertise in this special please contact us.
Many thanks for anything you can provide - we really want this Fergie special to be,
well, bloody special. So anything and everything is welcome - keep it coming and
spread the word. We've already had a great response - thanks ever so much.
You can contact us by e.mail at
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
or post stuff to Red News, P.O.Box 176, Manchester, M16 8LG
Deadline is this July 19th 2001!
Many, many thanks!
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[6] Becks om Veron
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Posted Saturday, July 14, 2001 by bar-knee:
"I am really excited about the new season. We have made two fantastic buys in Ruud van
Nistelrooy and Juan Veron. Ruud is a top-class striker, while Juan is one of the best
midfielders in the world. When I look at the players we already have, plus these two,
you cannot help but get excited about the season to come. I know people look at Real
Madrid and it is incredible they have both Figo and Zidane in the same side. But I
would put this Manchester United team up against anyone in Europe and believe we can
do it."
So surely the new deal is around the corner?
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[5] Worming his way about?
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Posted Saturday, July 14, 2001 by bar-knee:
Sol Campbell had time to come up with better than this
"Maybe it was a natural kind of response but hopefully it will die down. Both parties
need to move on, football goes on. I spent a lot of years at Spurs but now I am at
Arsenal. Change comes to everyone".
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[4] Over the coming days
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Posted Saturday, July 14, 2001 by bar-knee:
You should start getting your books if you're a Season Ticket holder - with yet
another exciting don't do this, don't do that letter from our Ken.
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[3] Good point
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Posted Saturday, July 14, 2001 by bar-knee:
>From Eccles Red referring to the stock market announcement of Veron's signing
'From the Stock market.............
RNS Number:8237G
anchester United PLC
12 July 2001
MANCHESTER UNITED PLC
Enquiries:
David Gill, Managing Director
Paddy Harverson, Communications Director
Manchester United PLC
Juan Sebastian Veron
The board of Manchester United PLC is pleased to announce that an agreement has been
signed with SS Lazio for the transfer of the registration of Juan Sebastian Veron to
Manchester United.F.C.'
Does this mean that as far as the stock market are concerned we are still Manchester
United FC? As in FOOTBALL CLUB? If this is the case, I think we should be badgering
the powers that be to have FOOTBALL CLUB put back on the crest. I know it's been
raised before but this is one thing that sticks in my throat. remember the good old
days?
MU
MUF
MUFC OK
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[2] 8,000 tickets sold since Thursday
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Posted Saturday, July 14, 2001 by bar-knee:
Impressive.
Ryan Giggs Testimonial
Manchester United v Celtic, Old Trafford
Wednesday 1 August 2001, kick off 7.45pm.
Approximately 17,000 tickets remain and these will be on sale to the
general public from the Ticket Office Monday to Friday between the hours of 9am to
5pm. (subject to availability).
Alternatively, at the same times, supporters unable to apply in person can purchase a
seat by telephoning the MUFC Ticket Line on 0161 868 8010 giving their credit/debit
card details. (Please note an administration fee of 3% per transaction is charged).
Supporters wishing to make a postal application can do so by enclosing a letter of
application, sae and relevant payment i.e. (Open cheque made payable to RYAN GIGGS
TESTIMONIAL COMMITTEE or credit/debit card details).
Please ensure the incoming envelope is clearly marked TESTIMONIAL.
Last seasons Members League Match Prices apply (subject to availability):
North and South Stand Upper and Lower £24
North Stand 2nd Tier £22
North West Quadrant Upper and Lower £21
West Stand Upper Tiers 1 and 2 (inc Family Stand) £21
North Stand 3rd Tier £19
A half price facility is available to over 65s and under 16s.
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[1] As you do
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Posted Saturday, July 14, 2001 by bar-knee:
To paraphrase that bloke on the Fast Show 'I was very, very drunk last night' leading
to the usual high jumps but an encounter with a very good lookalike of Juan Veron (no
doubt his signing for all manner of Reds to start growing goatee beards and shaved
heads). Surreal activity followed as I wouldn't let him leave the bar without us both
singing "There's only Juan Veron" (it works in trial as a song), and then me
explaining how much money he could earn as a lookalike. He became so serious that this
could be his future vocation that he said he's going to ring a lookalike agency on
Monday. What the f*ck has all this got to do with anything you may ask? Nothing - but
always use every opportunity to spread the word of Manchester United.
"There's only Juan Veron, there's only Juan Veron".
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[32] IMUSA on Fergie
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Posted Friday, July 13, 2001 by bar-knee:
"It would have been a disaster if he had been allowed to leave," said Mark Longden,
chairman of IMUSA
"Now it has all been sorted I am sure everyone, staff and supporters, will be
delighted. We are not sure how many hours a week Alex will be working but whatever is
good for him is good for us. Just to have him continue to be around the club will give
everyone a massive lift. I think all the supporters are really up for it now and can't
wait for the season to start."
