True, although I thought he actually handled Sterling pretty well today.
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True, although I thought he actually handled Sterling pretty well today.
Atletico converted Juanfran into a RB. It could happen.
Actually now that I think about it we'll probably play a different formation when up against the bigger sides.
Good point about Juan Fran
If LVG can successfully incorporate Young as a RB in a 4-3-3 and brings in a quality winger then I honestly believe our attacking play could be quite devastating.
Really pleased for him. I was very frustrated with him last season but he has turned it around so far. He got heaps of abuse from people on twitter and on here last season but to see him fight hard for his career is pleasing. I hope he can maintain it.
Crazy to think that prior to pre-season, my preference would have been to get rid of Young, Valencia then Nani in that order if we were going to trim fat. So far it seems the reverse will probably happen. Hope it continues for him - he's definitely had a lot of crap thrown his way simply for not being a bit bleh for a season and a bit.
I think its a bit different when its a 29 year old.
He's had a sudden improvement in his ability to play the position and looks a good option... And thats kinda what had to happen given he's moving into the latter stages of his career.
Fair play to him. I think 99% of us thought he's done at United and just not good enough but at least during the tour he's been very good. If he brings that kind of form over into the PL, he will definitely have a place in our squad. Fair play to him, seems like he took his chance
As it stands I'd say he's pretty much nailed on to start vs Swansea.
Astonishing really, I was certain he was done. Wing back role suits him.
Astonishing really, I was certain he was done. Wing back role suits him.
What a transformation. Took on players ,tracked back ,produced some great crosses and almost scored a wonder goal.The reaction from Van Gaal when he came off said to me that he really appreciated the effort.
I'd be shocked if Young left now. Van Gaal preaches about wanting players that play for the team, and Ashley Young seems like one of the most willing in the squad to do that. He has played very well this summer.
Early days, of course but if he genuinely rehabilitates himself with us this season it will be one of the great comebacks. He deserves respect for the way he's kept his head down in the face of almost universal ridicule from his own fans. He looks a real viable option based on the last couple of weeks.
Young often starts the season well - lets hope he can continue it throughout the whole year.
Pleased for him.
Pleased for him.
He has adapted really good to this new role, I think he is the brightest of all our wingers and that results in good decision making and quite decent positioning. Nani seems extremely slow-thinker, Valencia is too reliant on his physicality and can't cross so I guess this RWB spot is his for now.
The issue with playing him as a winger and reason for his poor performances is his inability to beat a man. At wingback there is less of a need for him to do that and "reach the byline". He has always been very clever with his short passing and cross from deep so the wingback role suits him perfectly.
Am I the only one who is reserved about his performances, like some of you have said, it still only pre-season. What happens when he decided to play poorly again during the season. We'll be on his back in no time. Personally, im not a fan of Young. But saying all of that fair play to him for doing really well in preseason and reviving his United career which seemed all but dead.
It's about choosing the lesser evil though, sure he's not perfect for that role but considering our options (always injured Rafael and Valencia) I would say he has done enough to be considered as first teamer. Sure, it might not end well but we have to find a solution until game vs Swansea.
dFair play to him, he seems to be rejuvenated under LVG. Certainly is fighting very successfully for his place in the squad. I hold up my hands, I've been an advocate for getting rid of him, that is for sure. I have never believed he's good enough for United, but now...well...I wouldn't mind him staying and fighting further...
Football fans eh?....bloody fickle lot...
Football fans eh?....bloody fickle lot...
Van Gaal looked delighted with Young after the game
he showed great adaptability to switch wings when Valencia went off
have to say I still wonder about his defensive ability but maybe the extra CB gives us that extra assurance
some of his crosses were excellent and Hernandez really should have scored early on
I'm previously a big critic of Young but like Rooney and a few others he has responded brilliantly to the new manager.
he showed great adaptability to switch wings when Valencia went off
have to say I still wonder about his defensive ability but maybe the extra CB gives us that extra assurance
some of his crosses were excellent and Hernandez really should have scored early on
I'm previously a big critic of Young but like Rooney and a few others he has responded brilliantly to the new manager.
His confidence seems to have gone through the roof and I am delighted with it. As one of his most vocal critics I was extremely frustrated with him and annoyed about almost all aspects of his play but the wing back role seems to be a god send for him. Id love to see him play it week in, week out. HOWEVER I do think Rafeal was better at the role against Galaxy and throughout the games v Madrid and Pool I saw glimpses of the old Young whos favourite trick was to over hit a cross into row Z.
Some of the abuse he copped on here was just absurd. People completely lost their heads over nothing, there is still the same player from early days that we signed in there. Lets hope he can stay fit and put the knee/ankle trouble behind him.Football fans eh?....bloody fickle lot...
His crossing has been excellent, he has put in some absolute corkers.
I've been one of his critics, but I say fair play to him for taking his opportunities under the new manager. The same can't be said about Hernandez and Nani. Hopefully his form continues into the season, he seems to thrive off this new system and role.
You get behind him and realise how good he can be on form.
Hernandez has a good goal and assist in the last two cameo performances.
Hasnt got us a penalty yet with a great dive...not impressed
Yeah, maybe I was harsh on Hernandez there. I still don't think that he's done enough overall to fully convince LVG that he's suitable for his system and I also don't think that Hernandez will want another bit part season coming on in the last 10-20 mins.
Can we rename this preseason to 'The Summer of Young'?
Who is this guy and what did he do with that overpriced, overpaid shit winger that we all loved?
Who is this guy and what did he do with that overpriced, overpaid shit winger that we all loved?
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After giving him a lot of stick last season for playing badly.. I think it is only fair that those of us who did give him stick recognize the improvement in his play this pre season.. I wanted him to be the first winger to be sold from our team, but as a wingback now he looks very important to our play.. So kudos to him..
Happy for him after all the abuse he's had, that recent Twitter backlash in particular.
I agree, out of Valencia Nani and Young I wanted Young out, however he has changed my mind over preseason.
I gotta say that young has been superb. I would of been happy to see him offloaded at the start of the summer but he has shown a new found ability to adapt and flourish in this new look side...
However... As with my feelings on this squad, I will reserve my judgement until he is doing it in competitive football regularly. The way he has been playing looks good, but I fear certain aspects of his and the squads weakness may surface more during the season...
Either way, well played young. Nothing would make me happier then for him to prove people like me wrong. If he can transfer these performances into competitive football, he will be like a new top signing....
However... As with my feelings on this squad, I will reserve my judgement until he is doing it in competitive football regularly. The way he has been playing looks good, but I fear certain aspects of his and the squads weakness may surface more during the season...
Either way, well played young. Nothing would make me happier then for him to prove people like me wrong. If he can transfer these performances into competitive football, he will be like a new top signing....
He always had a good work rate and put in a shift, therefore I can see him develop into a proper wing back. It's early season though, the real test comes when the PL starts but so far, so good for him
I agree. Van Gaal is just what he needed. Confidence sky high, the twitter abuse he gets seems to have finally relented and he never complained once about the abuse, whereas a lot would have, or would have at least shut down their twitter accounts. I remember when Shaw signed, Young tweeted him congratulations and talked about seeing him and he got abuse for that saying he wouldn't be at the club. From the start of the tour his attitude has been top notch, he's always been involved with the MUTV post match stuff right off the pitch, and clearly he is enjoying himself now. Long may it continue.
If I'm going to get on his back when he plays poor. Then I should be willing to give him credit when he plays well.
He has been brilliant during preseason. Hope he can keep it up.
He has been brilliant during preseason. Hope he can keep it up.
I have always supported Young a bit. Very happy for him this season under LVG. But lets remember that Young has had such spells before. He suddenly turns very good for a few games and then loses it for most matches.
So although I didn't think Young is shit like loads of people but I also don't think he is going to a super player suddenly. Young is and should remain a back up. Of course if he continues this form for a longer time than he has before, its different.
So although I didn't think Young is shit like loads of people but I also don't think he is going to a super player suddenly. Young is and should remain a back up. Of course if he continues this form for a longer time than he has before, its different.
I've said a few times on here that I've always thought Young had potential, when he's playing on form he's good enough to be on the team, but the problem is that his form is so hot and cold. He'll do a brilliant run and slot in a decent goal, then spend the rest of the game blasting crosses into the crowd... I hope LvG's guidance is paying off and the form from the last few games is going to continue.
true but doesn't make me any less sceptical...
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