A flying left winger in the 1980s and 90s, Sharpey played alongside many United greats who make up his impressive dream team. The rules are simple, Lee can only select players he played with, except one wildcard...
Peter Schmeichel - Quite simply, the best goalkeeper there has ever been. Awesome.
Gary Neville - From youth-team captain to first-team captain, the consummate pro.
Steve Bruce - Great reader of the game and cool on the ball – score big winners, too.
Gary Pallister - Pally was a footballing centre-half; really classy and quick.
Denis Irwin - Consistent on either side of defence, and a regular scorer to boot.
George Best (My wildcard) - No United team is complete without him – absolute genius!
Roy Keane - A pure winner, Keano led by example. He’s an undoubted legend.
Bryan Robson (My captain) - Mr United. He bossed every game he played in. Superb.
Ryan Giggs - Different gravy. Beat players like they weren’t there, still doing it now.
Norman Whiteside - An unbelievable talent and the sweetest left foot. A true great.
Eric Cantona - Just exquisite. What a player, and the coolest man ever to grace a pitch.
Friday, January 30, 2009
BERBATOV: I FEEL AT HOME HERE
Dimitar Berbatov feels completely settled at Old Trafford, and even though his recent form has been excellent he says there's more to come.The in-form 27-year-old recently took his goals tally to 11 for the season following a prolific few weeks in which he's struck goals against Middlesbrough, Chelsea, Bolton, Tottenham and West Brom - so, watch out Everton on Saturday.
He's also chipped in with nine assists, making him the most creative player in the Premier League this season. It's all down to his unique talent and style being allowed to flourish freely among the best players he's ever played with.“I feel completely settled here,” he says. “I felt that way from the minute I walked into the dressing room.
The boys have been great. It’s like I’ve been here for years. I was made to feel part of the team straight away, and I think things clicked quite early on.“That was a big relief for me. Sometimes if it doesn’t feel like home, you can’t adapt on or off the pitch. But it was so easy for me to settle here.”But Berbatov, who describes himself as a perfectionist, isn’t satisfied just yet. “I want to train hard and continue to show what I can do in games,” he adds. “Everyone here has talent, but you need to develop the talent God gives you, work hard and, with a bit of luck, you’ll succeed.”Read an exclusive interview with Berbatov in Saturday's United Review.
He's also chipped in with nine assists, making him the most creative player in the Premier League this season. It's all down to his unique talent and style being allowed to flourish freely among the best players he's ever played with.“I feel completely settled here,” he says. “I felt that way from the minute I walked into the dressing room.
The boys have been great. It’s like I’ve been here for years. I was made to feel part of the team straight away, and I think things clicked quite early on.“That was a big relief for me. Sometimes if it doesn’t feel like home, you can’t adapt on or off the pitch. But it was so easy for me to settle here.”But Berbatov, who describes himself as a perfectionist, isn’t satisfied just yet. “I want to train hard and continue to show what I can do in games,” he adds. “Everyone here has talent, but you need to develop the talent God gives you, work hard and, with a bit of luck, you’ll succeed.”Read an exclusive interview with Berbatov in Saturday's United Review.
Friday, January 23, 2009
United boss happy with winger's input this term
By Chris Burton Last updated: 23rd January 2009
Sir Alex Ferguson believes the hype which surrounds Cristiano Ronaldo needs to be toned down.
The Portuguese superstar enjoyed a phenomenal 2007/08 campaign, helping Manchester United to Premier League and UEFA Champions League glory.
His 42 goals from the wing played a major role in those successes and ultimately landed him the Ballon d'Or and Fifa World Player of the Year awards.
He has failed to scale those heights again this term and only passed into double figures for the season with a late penalty in Tuesday's Carling Cup semi-final success over Derby.
Ferguson, though, insists the 23-year-old is not suffering from a confidence crisis and has called for those placing unrealistic expectations on Ronaldo's shoulders to gain a sense of perspective.
"You do have these exceptional seasons," said the Scot.
Sir Alex Ferguson believes the hype which surrounds Cristiano Ronaldo needs to be toned down.
The Portuguese superstar enjoyed a phenomenal 2007/08 campaign, helping Manchester United to Premier League and UEFA Champions League glory.
His 42 goals from the wing played a major role in those successes and ultimately landed him the Ballon d'Or and Fifa World Player of the Year awards.
He has failed to scale those heights again this term and only passed into double figures for the season with a late penalty in Tuesday's Carling Cup semi-final success over Derby.
Ferguson, though, insists the 23-year-old is not suffering from a confidence crisis and has called for those placing unrealistic expectations on Ronaldo's shoulders to gain a sense of perspective.
"You do have these exceptional seasons," said the Scot.
Nani focused on United improvement
Eurosport - Nani focused on United improvement
Manchester United ace Nani acknowledges his performances must improve in the second half of the season if he is to play on a consistent basis.Signed from Sporting Lisbon in the summer of 2007 for £19million Nani enjoyed instant success winning the Premier League and Champions League in his first season at Old Trafford.
This season has been a different story for the winger having made just three starts in the Premier League leaving many fans questioning whether he has what it takes to succeed at the Theatre of Dreams.
The Portuguese international's inconsistent form was boosted on Tuesday when he fired home the opener against Derby to set United on their way to Wembley where they will face Tottenham in the Carling Cup final.
"Last season was good. I was pleased with my games and my contribution to the team," he told the Manchester Evening News.
"This season I hoped it would be better. When I get my chances my aim is to do better than I did at the start of the season.
"I want to play more. I would like to play more times but it hasn't been the same as last season.
"I feel good when I try to do my best to help the team. In some games I have done well but others I haven't done so well, but this is football.
"Your fitness when you don't play every week suffers. But I am training good and keep preparing for the next match and hope to play.
"My focus is always doing well for the team. If I do that then everything will be going well for me.
"I am still confident. It is difficult when you play one game and then are out for two matches. You want to stay in for a run of matches.
"You really need three, four or five matches for your confidence to build and your fitness to be right. You can do anything when your confidence is high."
The 22-year-old's impressive performance on Tuesday came at just the right time with new boy Zoran Tosic challenging him for a place on United's left wing.
The Serbian international was named on the bench for the Derby clash but wasn't called upon by manager Sir Alex Ferguson. Despite this defender John O'Shea has been impressed with what he's seen.
"Zoran has made a good impression on everybody. His set-piece delivery is excellent. He has a beautiful left foot," he said.
"He is a natural wide player and I am sure he is going to be a joy to watch and a pleasure to play with."
Manchester United ace Nani acknowledges his performances must improve in the second half of the season if he is to play on a consistent basis.Signed from Sporting Lisbon in the summer of 2007 for £19million Nani enjoyed instant success winning the Premier League and Champions League in his first season at Old Trafford.
This season has been a different story for the winger having made just three starts in the Premier League leaving many fans questioning whether he has what it takes to succeed at the Theatre of Dreams.
The Portuguese international's inconsistent form was boosted on Tuesday when he fired home the opener against Derby to set United on their way to Wembley where they will face Tottenham in the Carling Cup final.
"Last season was good. I was pleased with my games and my contribution to the team," he told the Manchester Evening News.
"This season I hoped it would be better. When I get my chances my aim is to do better than I did at the start of the season.
"I want to play more. I would like to play more times but it hasn't been the same as last season.
"I feel good when I try to do my best to help the team. In some games I have done well but others I haven't done so well, but this is football.
"Your fitness when you don't play every week suffers. But I am training good and keep preparing for the next match and hope to play.
"My focus is always doing well for the team. If I do that then everything will be going well for me.
"I am still confident. It is difficult when you play one game and then are out for two matches. You want to stay in for a run of matches.
"You really need three, four or five matches for your confidence to build and your fitness to be right. You can do anything when your confidence is high."
The 22-year-old's impressive performance on Tuesday came at just the right time with new boy Zoran Tosic challenging him for a place on United's left wing.
The Serbian international was named on the bench for the Derby clash but wasn't called upon by manager Sir Alex Ferguson. Despite this defender John O'Shea has been impressed with what he's seen.
"Zoran has made a good impression on everybody. His set-piece delivery is excellent. He has a beautiful left foot," he said.
"He is a natural wide player and I am sure he is going to be a joy to watch and a pleasure to play with."
FA Cup Man Utd - Tottenham
Eurosport - Campbell missing for FA Cup clash
Campbell missing for FA Cup clash
Tottenham’s on-loan striker Fraizer Campbell is ineligible to play at parent club Manchester United in the FA Cup on Saturday.Spurs also have a host of injury problems ahead of the fourth-round tie, with Heurelho Gomes (thigh), Vedran Corluka (thigh), Ledley King (hamstring), Jermaine Jenas (calf), Jamie O’Hara (hip), Aaron Lennon (groin) and Darren Bent (groin) set to miss out.
Campbell missing for FA Cup clash
Tottenham’s on-loan striker Fraizer Campbell is ineligible to play at parent club Manchester United in the FA Cup on Saturday.Spurs also have a host of injury problems ahead of the fourth-round tie, with Heurelho Gomes (thigh), Vedran Corluka (thigh), Ledley King (hamstring), Jermaine Jenas (calf), Jamie O’Hara (hip), Aaron Lennon (groin) and Darren Bent (groin) set to miss out.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
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