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? I like Young because no matter his limitations as a footballer, he tries his best and plays positively.
? I like Young because no matter his limitations as a footballer, he tries his best and plays positively.
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- Appearances
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- Clean sheets
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- Goals
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- Yellow cards
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He was OK, but I think we're being a little generous here. He made more than a couple of mistakes in possession. Defensively though, he has done alright- most of their attacks seemed to come from Valencia's side.
The interception he made towards the end that denied a clear goal at the right post of De Gea was quality. A real defender's instinct to get there and do it in the box.
I want to see him at RB/RWB when Shaw is available (assuming Rafael is injured, which he will be at some point)
I think his attacking play would benefit from not having to cut in to cross off of his dominant foot.
I think his attacking play would benefit from not having to cut in to cross off of his dominant foot.
One of the players to come out the Southampton game with any merit.
Looks like @akash02 had a point whenever he kept banging on about Young>Valencia defensively. Still think Valencia is better on dealing with 1v1s but Young seems to have better positioning and a better grasp of defending overall. Just wish he would use his feckin left foot to put in an early cross once in a while instead of the predictable shiftin it to the right routine.
Quietly impressed with him the past few games.
Quietly impressed with him the past few games.
Valencia is definitely better 1v1 although I think that's more down to how freakishly strong he is than any particular defensive ability. Positionally Valencia is awful.
I'm a fan of Young as long as he's not playing as a left winger. LB, RB or even as a right winger he's pretty good.
Like him or not, he's done a good job recently in a position that is rather new to him. He's not our problem right now. Yesterday, he was one of the better players
He made a right balls of a pass across the midfield last night and we were lucky we weren't punished for it but other than that he would have been my man of the match against Southampton had RvP not put in a brilliant performance.
Overall theres definitely been a pep in his step since LvG took over.
Overall theres definitely been a pep in his step since LvG took over.
Thought he was very good last night (but for one horrific moment). He's actually got a bit of defensive ability... which is handy as going forward he's still looking pretty blunt.
If he regularly puts in performances like the ones he has lately he's a rather handy guy to have around.
If he regularly puts in performances like the ones he has lately he's a rather handy guy to have around.
Am I the only one that thinks his offensive work in terms of crossing isn't that bad? I thought he put a few decent balls in, there was just no one there to get on the end of them.
This he's proving to be a decent cover here. And pleased for him. Not many players in our side who can cover a completely different position as well as he has so fair play to him.
I think they're ok, my only problem is that 95% of the time, it's the same: good run down the left, gets back on his right foot and swings a curler in. I think to be effective on the wing he needs a tad more variety because the opposition defence usually knows how to shape up to wait for those crosses.
Has his crossing ended up with any goals this year? Honest question, I can't remember.
The Gibbs OG was a result of the initial Young cross...if that counts.
I think he's a much better crosser from the right. I wouldn't be against playing Rojo at LB and Young at RB until Shaw is back.
In danger of becoming our best defender. It's a funny old game.
That was Valencia.
THe initial cross was by young which lead to Gibbs and Chesney tackling each other before Valencia tried to hit it for a throw in.
I agree, although as a centre forward its always best to have an idea of when the ball is coming in so that you can get on the move. On two occasions last night he put in decent crosses with his left foot and nobody had moved. Everyone was expecting him to cut back in on his right - which he does 99% of the time.
Agree that he would be better as RB, if we can get Shaw back fit.
Pretty happy with his attitude recently though. He probably doesn't like playing as LB, but he gives it a real go and does show defensive promise.
Same as Fellaini, all you can ask after a season like last is that they get their heads down and work their backsides off to show they belong here. Those two have shown character and are rightly getting picked on merit now. The fact we've 48 players out injured helps but you know what I mean.
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Younginho , his dribbling is so funny.
, his dribbling is so funny.The guy has done nothing wrong since he has been in the that left wingback role
It'll be hard to drop him when shaw returns
It'll be hard to drop him when shaw returns
Seriously, what has LvG done to Young!? It's incredible, he looks like on of the better left backs in the league at times.
I'm not even sure that I'd pick Shaw over him at the moment!
I'm so impressed with how Van Gaal has gotten to him, and I'm also really impressed with Young's character and ability to apply himself.
I'm not even sure that I'd pick Shaw over him at the moment!
I'm so impressed with how Van Gaal has gotten to him, and I'm also really impressed with Young's character and ability to apply himself.
Steady there.
Yes you would, obviously. Shaw's a much better full back and offers directness and pace that Young can't give you.
Like the job Young's done lately though, bailed us out when we've not got another left back to play.
Another top performance from a player many thought would be one of the first out of the door. Really pleased for him.
Another solid performance from Young. Wanted him out last season, but he's been really good this season, and is proving to be a great squad player for us. Top performance.
Ashley Alves is quite the revelation.
He's become such a likable player, it's actually shameful of all the shit me and so many other United fans said about him these last few years. Never complains, is delighted to be here, always gives 100%. May not be the most flashy of players but you can't fault him for not putting in a shift. Van Gaal has completely changed him, and Valencia.
I dunno, like I said - I'm not sure that I would.
Shaw is a talent and long term, obviously I'd rather keep Shaw than Young. But Young has been exceptional there given how fragile and inter-changing the defence he's playing alongside has been.
Not quite as good as his last couple of games but still a decent performance.
Philip Lahm is a black man. Enough said.
Very good again and it's good to see him turning his career around at United. LVG has given everyone a chance at a fresh start and he has taken it. Well done to him.
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There were a few times in the second half where he went absolutely batshit crazy because he wasn't being passed to, it was pretty bloody funny.
Really happy for him that he's shut up his critics by claiming his place at United. He's a good squad player to have and seems to be a pretty likeable guy.
He did well under Fergie and is starting to do so again under van Gaal. Players like him rely on good structure because they lack the skill to just make things happen. He has great pace and a good shot and those assets have been important to us.
Have to say, I've been really happy and impressed with his form as of late. He's adapted his game and we're benefitting from it. Hope it continues!
To be honest I've always liked Young just never rated him. He's always been a passionate player and clearly gives 100% in every match, I'm so glad he 's turned his United career around!
I've never rated him, but he's doing well this season, I still don't rate him mind, and not good enough to start for us when everyone is fit, but like Fellaini, he has worked hard and when he was given a chance, he has taken it, fantastic attitude.
Him and Valencia have been good for us. It's good to have cover, though Shaw will walk back into the squad.
Nice to see his confidence build.
Nice to see his confidence build.
Confidence is an amazing thing.
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