We weren't shit at all, you're not going to be able to relate half of the posts on here to the match. According to the Sky match stats we had 26 shots at goal, a good number of those must have been in the first half and I expect a fair percentage of them involved, or were provided by Nani.
Nani will reignite our charge to the title
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He's better at everything when he doesn't have time to think about it.
He has no brain. But he's fantastically talented.
How do you explain his fantastic pass for Rooney against Milan? Had time to think and made it work.
If you notice he does that often.....feeds the ball into a suitably clear space for them to run in to, rather than trying to aim at a point he can't possibly get the ball to without vapourising ten defenders. That's a good footballing brain.
Ok, watched the first half now too.
Nani was very good. One or two minor errors but I don't know how anyone could have watched that match and not think he had a good overall performance. Didn't waste the ball, put in a load of quality crosses, tracked back effectively and generally passed well. Best I've seen him play since l'Arse.
I also thought Berbatov had an excellent first half. Another player who's being portrayed as contributing very little up until his assist.
It's a real shame that so many people have such strong preconceptions about certain players that they're incapable of recognising a good performance until the player they don't rate actually creates or scores a goal and they're forced to grudgingly acknowledge their contribution (or not, in the case of one perennial feck-wit talking about Park in the aftermath of the Milan game)
Individuals aside, the whole team actually put in a decent enough first-half performance. Not amazing but Fulham defended very well, with some quality saves and last-ditch blocks. A very solid first-half, the kind you could watch and feel confident it's a matter of when not if we were going to make a breakthrough. Made a big mistake in trying to use the match-day thread to try and work out what was going on. I won't be doing that again.
Nani was very good. One or two minor errors but I don't know how anyone could have watched that match and not think he had a good overall performance. Didn't waste the ball, put in a load of quality crosses, tracked back effectively and generally passed well. Best I've seen him play since l'Arse.
I also thought Berbatov had an excellent first half. Another player who's being portrayed as contributing very little up until his assist.
It's a real shame that so many people have such strong preconceptions about certain players that they're incapable of recognising a good performance until the player they don't rate actually creates or scores a goal and they're forced to grudgingly acknowledge their contribution (or not, in the case of one perennial feck-wit talking about Park in the aftermath of the Milan game)
Individuals aside, the whole team actually put in a decent enough first-half performance. Not amazing but Fulham defended very well, with some quality saves and last-ditch blocks. A very solid first-half, the kind you could watch and feel confident it's a matter of when not if we were going to make a breakthrough. Made a big mistake in trying to use the match-day thread to try and work out what was going on. I won't be doing that again.
Is that your new nickname for me?
How childish.
I like it though. Could have been a lot worse
I've been using it for well over a year, seemed to coincide when you got your lovely award
I do find it funny how your tone seems to change almost weekly on Nani. Ironically, I actually didn't think that was his best game this month, let alone this season. Also seemed to go completely out of the game when he switched to the right. Good to see he's getting praise (at last) for his form this season.
If you expect "consistency" from Nani you're gonna be disappointed. Flair players like him rarely are consistent. There were times when even Rooney made poor decisions but because of the form he's in it gets overlooked. People are a bit quick to get onto Nani but even his presence is a threat never mind his delivery.
That no-mark spacko Robbie Earle was having a go and he is always grudging in any praise of United. At the end he said the score flattered United and we weren't three goals better than Fulham. What a retard. They were hangging on all through and yes, like all teams they had their moments but if we want to compare "moments" they'll be outscored by 26 to 7 I think it was with shots on.
That no-mark spacko Robbie Earle was having a go and he is always grudging in any praise of United. At the end he said the score flattered United and we weren't three goals better than Fulham. What a retard. They were hangging on all through and yes, like all teams they had their moments but if we want to compare "moments" they'll be outscored by 26 to 7 I think it was with shots on.
I blame the commentators. In the first half he put in a long string of good crosses before he fluffed two in a row, at which point they started describing every good thing he did as a first, and every bad thing as more of the same.
This unfortunately will always be the case for him, talents like Nani's are not ten a penny and we need to hope that consistancy will come though the confidence of playing regularly.
Spare a couple of off games, he's been pretty good for a couple of months now.
some cant even spare him a couple of passes
I think Nani did well even though his crosses not being consistent in the first half.John beresford was constantly putting down Nani during half time highlights and even after the match.And i think that dickhead can keep his comments to himself.Nani will become a very good player as he gets more games.Just that at the left side,he is trying to adapt to that role as he is not a natural left footer.
Its not so easy as the system has changed and Nani has to cross into the box rather than dribble his way like Ronaldo did.Good times ahead i trust..
Its not so easy as the system has changed and Nani has to cross into the box rather than dribble his way like Ronaldo did.Good times ahead i trust..
That's a good point. I've often thought that a commentator who takes a dislike to one of our players can massively influence opinions on here.
Aye, that particular commentator was a tool.
Thought Nani rarely did anything first half, likewise with Berbatov, despite them being heavily involved in most of our good stuff first half. Seemed to think Rooney was the only one doing anything.
Actually that's probably just described every single commentator who does our games.
Thought Nani rarely did anything first half, likewise with Berbatov, despite them being heavily involved in most of our good stuff first half. Seemed to think Rooney was the only one doing anything.
Actually that's probably just described every single commentator who does our games.
Good news that he feels like he's maturing himself.
Theres a key point. he is still young since everyone develops at different ages. Perhaps his is later than others and we just need patience, rather than a "what have you done for me lately" approach.
Nani has promised Manchester United supporters there is much more to come from him after admitting he has done a lot of "growing up" this season.
The mercurial Portuguese winger has struggled for consistency since his 17 million-pound ($25.78 million) move from Sporting Lisbon in 2007 and looked to have lost the faith of the Old Trafford fans earlier in the campaign.
Nani appeared to be on his way out of the club after criticising manager Alex Ferguson during a barren run of just one appearance between early November and late January.
But since grabbing two assists in a 4-0 win over Hull City in January, Nani has excelled, playing eight times and starting both legs as United breezed past AC Milan 7-2 on aggregate to reach the Champions League quarter-finals.
The 23-year-old has tormented defenders with his combination of pace and trickery which he demonstrated perfectly with a stunning piece of skill to create a vital goal against Arsenal.
"At the moment I'm feeling in good form and I want to contribute to the team winning trophies," Nani told Reuters on Monday at the launch of United's three-and-a-half-year sponsorship deal with Turkish Airlines.
"Getting to the Champions League final and winning it is one of the aims.
"I work hard every day and I try and be a better player than I was a couple of months ago. I know I am important for the team and I want to try to deliver things for the team."
SOLITARY ONE
Nani said he had done a lot of "growing up" while he was out of the side but would like to score more goals than the solitary one he has contributed to United's Premier League campaign.
"This club is good at making players grow up and learn to be a man, to be a player," he added. "That happened to me a couple of months ago and now I'm feeling very happy and strong.
"I'm still learning all the time. I'm only 23 years old and I've still got time to learn things and to try and be an even better player.
"Of course, I want to score more goals because it's important for me and the club.
"But at the moment I'm happy with my contribution to the team. I have been involved in setting up a lot of goals. I know I make an important contribution."
Nani hopes to show off his trademark somersault celebration at the World Cup this year where Portugal face Brazil, Ivory Coast and North Korea in the group stage in South Africa.
"It's my first World Cup and I want to be there and help my team mates achieve something special for our country," Nani said.
"I like to celebrate a goal with a somersault and if I score, why not?."
Looks like that spell out had a real impact on him. Definitely to our benefit. Certainly hope he keeps growing and working hard.
The mercurial Portuguese winger has struggled for consistency since his 17 million-pound ($25.78 million) move from Sporting Lisbon in 2007 and looked to have lost the faith of the Old Trafford fans earlier in the campaign.
Nani appeared to be on his way out of the club after criticising manager Alex Ferguson during a barren run of just one appearance between early November and late January.
But since grabbing two assists in a 4-0 win over Hull City in January, Nani has excelled, playing eight times and starting both legs as United breezed past AC Milan 7-2 on aggregate to reach the Champions League quarter-finals.
The 23-year-old has tormented defenders with his combination of pace and trickery which he demonstrated perfectly with a stunning piece of skill to create a vital goal against Arsenal.
"At the moment I'm feeling in good form and I want to contribute to the team winning trophies," Nani told Reuters on Monday at the launch of United's three-and-a-half-year sponsorship deal with Turkish Airlines.
"Getting to the Champions League final and winning it is one of the aims.
"I work hard every day and I try and be a better player than I was a couple of months ago. I know I am important for the team and I want to try to deliver things for the team."
SOLITARY ONE
Nani said he had done a lot of "growing up" while he was out of the side but would like to score more goals than the solitary one he has contributed to United's Premier League campaign.
"This club is good at making players grow up and learn to be a man, to be a player," he added. "That happened to me a couple of months ago and now I'm feeling very happy and strong.
"I'm still learning all the time. I'm only 23 years old and I've still got time to learn things and to try and be an even better player.
"Of course, I want to score more goals because it's important for me and the club.
"But at the moment I'm happy with my contribution to the team. I have been involved in setting up a lot of goals. I know I make an important contribution."
Nani hopes to show off his trademark somersault celebration at the World Cup this year where Portugal face Brazil, Ivory Coast and North Korea in the group stage in South Africa.
"It's my first World Cup and I want to be there and help my team mates achieve something special for our country," Nani said.
"I like to celebrate a goal with a somersault and if I score, why not?."
Looks like that spell out had a real impact on him. Definitely to our benefit. Certainly hope he keeps growing and working hard.
Been some good articles on him in todays papers.
Go Nani Go! A couple of goals or set ups tomorrow will do his confidence no harm.Lets hope it happens.
Janet instead of Michael?
I want to give this boy a special mention after yesterday. He didn't really produce a great deal, but it wasn't really that sort of game.
But his application in tracking back was excellent. Moreover, his ceaseless running going forward meant that Johnson had a torrid time.
This is a new level of maturity from Nani. It's important in games where the glamour players do not stand out that they still put a shift in. He's rightfully earned himself the role of starting winger for the club.
But his application in tracking back was excellent. Moreover, his ceaseless running going forward meant that Johnson had a torrid time.
This is a new level of maturity from Nani. It's important in games where the glamour players do not stand out that they still put a shift in. He's rightfully earned himself the role of starting winger for the club.
This move yesterday, where he took down the ball near the touchline was bloody awesome.
Yep, thought yesterday was a quiet game from Nani but still an impressive one. That's exactly what you want from your winger on a bit of an off-day, not wasteful on the ball and solid off it.
Yeah. Well the thing is, there have been times in the past when it's not just that he's been quiet, but that he's been dire. Head down, running down blind alleys. Attrocious pass selection, etc etc.
As you say, if you're not going to make an impact from a creative point of view, then make sure the basics are done right.
That touch I dont think anyone else in our squad has the technique, the athleticism and the ability all combined to pull that off, possibly Giggs and thats it.
I dont think anyone else in our squad has the technique, the athleticism and the ability all combined to pull that off, possibly Giggs and thats it.That touch
Berba.
This move yesterday, where he took down the ball near the touchline was bloody awesome.
absolutely brilliant peice of skill. Used to this on a regular basis during the 07-08 season if i remember correctly. his first touch was very good
He is not ready to step up and take these games by the scruff yet, as long as he keeps consistent that is the main thing.
Few more screamers are definitely needed.
Few more screamers are definitely needed.
Wasn't brilliant yesterday by any means but I always have a feeling he might just create something. Obviously, thats not always going to happen but he has the ability which is good to have in your team.
Liverpool were also aware of this because they tried to two him up at every chance, the same with Valencia on the right too. Who had the beating of Insua pretty much every time!
Also, was good to see our wingers tracking all the way back.
Liverpool were also aware of this because they tried to two him up at every chance, the same with Valencia on the right too. Who had the beating of Insua pretty much every time!
Also, was good to see our wingers tracking all the way back.
He's learning the consistency angle, once he's comfortable enough, then he'll start expressing himself more.
That touch
Dimitar Berbatov says hello.
It was only once Nani went off that Johnson started going forward into our half.
He tracked back really well at times yesterday and although didn't create or score a goal, constantly caused Johnson problems.
It's nice to have both wingers putting in defensive shifts. I wasn't a big fan of seeing Ronaldo track back though, just because I felt his presence in the opposition's attacking half was enough to hold the fullback and winger back, and because he was so bloody clinical and ruthless in the opposition's half. Nani and Valencia don't have that fear factor and efficiency yet (or may never have it), but it is more than compensated for by the shifts they put in. Well done.
trains harder than most and stays back after the others are gone to work on his game .... according to michael owen in the pre-match build up on skysports
i think he has finally realized he needs to up his game and take more responsibility ..
i think he has finally realized he needs to up his game and take more responsibility ..
Has he done enough to show that he can be our long term left winger? He is constantly improving and becoming more and more consistent while showing that he can be exceptionally creative at times. Do we still need to splash out £20+ million on a left winger come this summer or can we use that money more wisely?
You know what, the usually heard cry of "FFS Nani!" that emanted from the Xander45 household on a regular basis has not been heard for some time now. He really has gotten a level of consistency going and him and Evra seem to be building a good understanding.
Here's hoping this is a sign of things to come.
Here's hoping this is a sign of things to come.
That touch
Clearly the man did his best to try and pre-empt any "Berba" responses.
He still has his iffy moments, but I Guess you can say that its the same with every player. Don't think I saw him have the ball taken off him at all on Sunday. Very good!
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