Post-season thoughts, hopes, doom, gloom and Welbeck (and Carrick) love

Posted on May 16, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Bricki, Doron, El Rob, Herzog's Child, Man United, Nik, Premier League, Sleepy Nik   3 Comments »

Authors: Doron, Nik, Bricki, Herzog’s Child, Stretford End and Rob

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With the season nearly over (the Reserves will compete in the Manchester Senior Cup final at the Etihad tomorrow) we reflect on the highs and the lows. Each contributor to the blog shares their thoughts and hopes…

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Ten year anniversary for a key, unsung, cog at United

Posted on May 14, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, Man United, Tactics, Youth   3 Comments »

Author: Doron

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Naturally, fans tend to think about the players or a manager when either praising or criticising a club – rarely are the other members of staff considered. At United in the past 10 years, there is one member of staff in particular who deserves to be singled out above others, Rene Meulensteen.

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Podcast: transfer rumours assessed, youth development, buying success and more…

Authors: Doron and Phil

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Beyond The Pitch and Stretford-End.com have come together once again to record another podcast, the seventh in the series. We assess the club’s ownership and discuss various transfer rumours; round up the Reserves and Academy news; and answer a whole host of listener questions.

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Deconstructing the United capitulation excuses

Posted on May 10, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, Man United, Manchester City, Players, Premier League, Tactics, Transfer Speculation   20 Comments »

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Coming to terms with United’s finish to the season and ultimately, the capitulation that’ll almost certainly see the title move across the city has been difficult. It’s also thrown up various theories as to why United have managed to mess up a relatively straight forward situation. Here, I asses a few of them and attempt to give a realistic stance on our situation.

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Podcast: City catastrophe, youth vs signings, and another Reserve final

Posted on May 03, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, Man United, Manchester City, Match Previews, Match Reports, Podcast, Premier League, Youth   2 Comments »

Authors: Doron and Phil

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Beyond The Pitch and Stretford-End.com have come together once again to record another podcast, the sixh in the series. We look back at the disappointing result against City; discuss where the club needs to go from here; round up the Reserves and Academy news; as well wonder whether Newcastle will do us any favours.

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City 1 – 0 United: personnel and lack of fight fail United, not system

Posted on May 01, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, Man United, Manchester City, Match Reports, Premier League   10 Comments »

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United travelled across Manchester to face rivals, Man City in a potentially title-deciding game. A draw or win would be enough for United but a solitary goal from City captain, Vincent Kompany ensured that it would be a blue Monday. Quite incredibly, it was the first game in three years that United failed to have a shot on target whilst City only managed three in what wasn’t quite the all-action game that many had hoped for.

Here we discuss the talking points of the game and invite Man City fans to join in the discussion below.

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The Manchester Derby: The Complete Preview

Posted on April 28, 2012  by sleepy_nik  in Doron, El Rob, Man United, Manchester City, Match Previews, Nik, Premier League, Sleepy Nik   5 Comments »

Authors: Doron, Nik and Rob

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For United the situation is simple. Avoid defeat (i.e. they have two potential chances, draw or win the match), and the prospect of a 20th title is looking very tasty indeed. By default, City must chase the game (and seek to control it) in search of the three points required to re-position themselves at the top of the league before a tricky trip to Newcastle. The key question for both managers on Monday seems to be whether to play two or three central midfielders.

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Things: European Round-up, Part Two!

Posted on April 27, 2012  by El Rob  in Champions League, El Rob, Guest Writer, Man United, Things   No Comments »

Authors: Rob and Chris

Hey folks, here’s the ninth edition of the Things column. We’ll be catching up with this week’s European (well, Champions League) action, and I’m lucky to be joined by a guest writer - Chris from the excellent Can They Score blog and podcast. Be sure to check it out.

PS. Nik and Doron are off this week, because they’re working on something super top-secret and awesome. All will be revealed soon.

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10 players who might not be at United much longer

Posted on April 24, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, Man United, Players, Transfer Speculation   11 Comments »

Author: Doron

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As the football season approaches its finale, another one approaches: ‘silly season’. A time for tabloids, agents, rumour men and wound-down car windows to come to the fore. United have already been linked to plenty of players who no doubt won’t join. Here though, are a few thoughts on those linked with moves away from the club and a prediction of how likely a transfer away could be. (NB I don’t necessarily advocate getting rid of any of the players listed, the scores are based on what I think rather than what I want.)

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Podcast: Everton, City, twins, and strikers (Owen to stay?!)

Posted on April 24, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, Everton, Man United, Manchester City, Podcast, Premier League, Youth   No Comments »

Authors: Doron and Phil

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Beyond The Pitch and Stretford-End.com have come together once again to record another podcast, the fifth in the series. We look back at the Everton result; ahead to City; and debate what might happen up with the strikers this summer. You can also hear Fergie’s thoughts on the Everton collapse.

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