No Academy silverware but the future is looking encouraging

Posted on April 18, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, Man United, Youth   4 Comments »

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And it came to pass on Friday night that there was to be no end-of-season trophy for United’s Academy this time around. With the league title out of reach, one might suggest that as United’s high standards go, it’s been a disappointing campaign. But no, looking beyond the results, as is necessary at this level, there’s a whole plethora of things to be pleased with and excited about.

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Bebe, Macheda or Petrucci could leave as part of any Gaitan transfer

Posted on April 12, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, Man United, Transfer Speculation, Transfer Targets   24 Comments »

United have been linked with Nico Gaitan of Benfica for some time but today Portuguese sport paper, O Jogo report that any signing may see players leave the club.

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Podcast: United and referees, the Dallas Cup, finding a midfield star and more…

Authors: Doron, Nik and Phil

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Beyond The Pitch and Stretford-End.com have come together once again to record another podcast, the fourth in the series. As ever, we look back on recent games and discuss the Reserves and Academy. Regular Stretford-End.com writer, Nik, joins the show this week to discuss referees specifically. You can also hear Rio Ferdinand and Fergie’s thoughts on the QPR game.

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Reality Check: Evra’s form and future

Posted on April 04, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, Man United, Players   6 Comments »

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Just three United players have completed more than 3,000 minutes of football for the club this season – De Gea (3,053), Rooney (3,256) and, in Vidic’s absence, the captain, Evra (3,699). Clearly Evra’s seen as being vital to the side, and yet, he’s come in for heavy criticism by the hordes of internet fans this season. To what extent is it justified and does Evra need to change the way he plays in the future?

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Things: Mancini’s media “skills”, Park in the Dark, Hatem ben Awesome and more…

Posted on April 03, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, El Rob, Man United, Manchester City, Nik, Sleepy Nik, Things   1 Comment »

Authors: Doron, Nik, David and Rob

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Here’s installment number seven of the “Things” column. Musings this week are brought to you as ever by Nik, Doron, Rob and a guest contribution from Spanish football expert, David.

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Podcast: United’s transfer business, Reserves round-up, and Evans for captain?

Posted on March 30, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, Fulham, Man United, Match Reports, Players, Podcast, Transfer Speculation, 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 third in the series. Topics discussed range from post-match discussions to the Reserves to potential transfer business. You can also hear the thoughts of Fergie and Jonny Evans on the Fulham game.

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Mats Dæhli making great progress at United

Posted on March 28, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, Man United, Players, Youth   1 Comment »

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Fans are always looking out for the next big talent – someone to hype up and pin their hopes on. Last year we had Morrison, Pogba, Tunnicliffe and others but this season has been quieter with players getting injuries and an ever changing Academy team. However, one player has stood out since the turn of the year, Mats Møller Dæhli.

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Things: Neville’s successor, MOTD analysis, Benfica vs. Chelsea, and more…

Posted on March 23, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Chelsea, Doron, El Rob, England, Euro 2012, Nik, Sleepy Nik, Things   3 Comments »

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Here’s installment number six of the “Things” column. Musings this week are brought to you as ever by Nik, Doron and Rob.

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United’s remaining fixtures assessed

Posted on March 22, 2012  by nameonthetrophy  in Doron, Man United, Premier League   4 Comments »

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With just nine games left in the season and one point separating United and City, we take a quick look at the remaining league games and identify where, if at all, United will slip up. It is indeed ‘squeaky bum time’ as United close in on a unprecedented twentieth league title win. We welcome you to put your title run in predictions in the comments section.

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Podcast: Berba and Fletcher’s uncertain futures, singing section, and City cracking?

Authors: Doron and Phil

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After Beyond The Pitch and Stretford-End.com recorded their first podcast last week, here follows the second! Topics discussed range from post-match discussions to the Reserves to the atmosphere at games.

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