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2014-15 Performances

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Firstouch20 said:


:eek: Technically one of the all time greats imo. Immense compilation.
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That was just :drool:
Hopefully under LvG he will feel as appreciated and important as he did here under Fergie. I remember Fergie saying it took our players a while to get used to his runs and his movement and to fully utilise him correctly. Unlike Moyes, LvG already knows how to get the best from him. Fingers crossed he can stay fit and have another excellent season because he's world class imo.
 
His timing is insane. So refreshing to see a player who is better than others because of speed of thought rather than actual speed.
 
When I look at RVP play, it always seems like his control while dribbling is a bit flukey. Like it comes of his shins and knee and he just doesn't seem as graceful as others. But its very effective.
 
I think he's hit the post more than any other player lol, imagine how many goals more he could have had.
 
Krits said:
When I look at RVP play, it always seems like his control while dribbling is a bit flukey. Like it comes of his shins and knee and he just doesn't seem as graceful as others. But its very effective.
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You are thinking of Suarez there mate, He always seems to get rebounds etc of peoples legs when he dribbles. Scholes actually mentioned this in the world cup. RVP looks flawless, technically.
 
I'm not saying he isn't flawless technically. He is. But It just doesn't seem as graceful as the other good dribblers around.
 
ISSYNAZAR said:
His timing is insane. So refreshing to see a player who is better than others because of speed of thought rather than actual speed.
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I've seen some people say we might only get a couple more years out of him, but I think he could still be very good at 34/35 for that reason. There's a few players like Ibrahimovic, Ribery, Robben, Toure who are all early 30's and don't look as though they're showing signs of slowing down.
 
Amethyst said:
I've seen some people say we might only get a couple more years out of him, but I think he could still be very good at 34/35 for that reason. There's a few players like Ibrahimovic, Ribery, Robben, Toure who are all early 30's and don't look as though they're showing signs of slowing down.
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I've said this before too, RVP even more so as his game is not reliant on any physical attributes at all, he's a beast with it comes to technical skill and mentality which shows by how many goals he's scored getting in behind the defence regardless of being a 'slow' player.
 
REJE said:
I've said this before too, RVP even more so as his game is not reliant on any physical attributes at all, he's a beast with it comes to technical skill and mentality which shows by how many goals he's scored getting in behind the defence regardless of being a 'slow' player.
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Van Gaal also looks to be taking steps to manage his fitness properly which is good. He was overplayed after coming back from a few games out in November which disrupted his season massively. To be fair to Moyes, the last injury against Olympiakos was from another player so he can't take the blame for that one.

Van Persie also got 15 assists in his debut season, but only 4 last year which to me was a result of the tactics and his injuries. I'd expect his assists to increase this year substantially, especially if Mata plays in his proper position instead of out wide.
 
Amethyst said:
Van Gaal also looks to be taking steps to manage his fitness properly which is good. He was overplayed after coming back from a few games out in November which disrupted his season massively. To be fair to Moyes, the last injury against Olympiakos was from another player so he can't take the blame for that one.

Van Persie also got 15 assists in his debut season, but only 4 last year which to me was a result of the tactics and his injuries. I'd expect his assists to increase this year substantially, especially if Mata plays in his proper position instead of out wide.
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The prospect of Mata-Rooney-RVP working in tandem whilst being on form is mouth watering.. All three of them capable of scoring and assisting, going to be so nice to watch.
 
Krits said:
I'm not saying he isn't flawless technically. He is. But It just doesn't seem as graceful as the other good dribblers around.
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Nah, he's just tall. If you get past the idea that all technically gifted players are small, he's actually very elegant on the ball.

He's actually much less capable of what I'd call 'reactive dribbling', where by reacting quickly you can ride tackles, fumble through challenges and survive a bad touch and keep going with the ball, even if opponents are getting a foot in here and there. That's what players like Messi and Suarez are so good at. RVP's the opposite, really: when his dribbles and skills come off, it's through very deliberate, perfect touches of the ball which never let the opponent get near it.

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Brightonian said:
Nah, he's just tall. If you get past the idea that all technically gifted players are small, he's actually very elegant on the ball.

He's actually much less capable of what I'd call 'reactive dribbling', where by reacting quickly you can ride tackles, fumble through challenges and survive a bad touch and keep going with the ball, even if opponents are getting a foot in here and there. That's what players like Messi and Suarez are so good at. RVP's the opposite, really: when his dribbles and skills come off, it's through very deliberate, perfect touches of the ball which never let the opponent get near it.
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I was pretty much going to post the exact same thing about him being tall that makes it look like he's less 'elegant'. But in truth the way he moves the ball looks amazing.
 
REJE said:
I was pretty much going to post the exact same thing about him being tall that makes it look like he's less 'elegant'. But in truth the way he moves the ball looks amazing.
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It doesn't even make him look less elegant, if you ask me. It's just that post Guardiola's Barca people have become obsessed with all dribblers being small, and they think that only that low-to-the-ground, scurrying style is attractive. Which is stupid, obviously.

Zidane was built like Van Persie, and his style of dribbling was similar (obviously better, but he moved in a similar way), and he's renowned as perhaps the most elegant player of all time.
 
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Took this from Twitter. This happens with anyone. The person writing it could have at least done so in an eligible manner.

I've met RvP, in Selfridges in Manchester last Ferbruary? He was honestly great, nice bloke, took his time answering a question I had regarding Moyes. If any of you want to meet a footballer from Manchester, go to the City Centre on an off day in the afternoon? They'll be in those expensive stores. I remember coming across Fellaini in Trafford Centre. Damn his afro is nice. He laughed when I said what conditioner he uses, top guy.
 
Brightonian said:
It doesn't even make him look less elegant, if you ask me. It's just that post Guardiola's Barca people have become obsessed with all dribblers being small, and they think that only that low-to-the-ground, scurrying style is attractive. Which is stupid, obviously.

Zidane was built like Van Persie, and his style of dribbling was similar (obviously better, but he moved in a similar way), and he's renowned as perhaps the most elegant player of all time.
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No I agree with you mate :P I love his style of dribbling and how it looks, I was just putting across a reason as to why other people may not think the same :)
 
Has he returned to training yet? Any pic of him training together with United mates at Carrington?
 
Arjen Robben was Holland's captain during the World Cup. RVP is too individualistic and solitary to be a leader.
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:lol:

Yeah, except that van Persie was Holland's captain and Robben had about 4 passes in whole World Cup, but hey, van Persie is a individualistic cnut.
 
What was the "obvious lack of leadership"? He probably isn't perfect as a captain but that is a big statement to make.
 
I highly doubt he cares that much, really. It's a good move by van Gaal because I think the armband would probably go a lot further towards making Rooney happy here (as he's a long term servant and our more recognized player) than it would've made RvP, who knows himself that he's only here two seasons and is now 31 years old.

Keeping both players happy is of the utmost importance this season and I think giving Rooney the armband is a step in the right direction.
 
Dont understand why anyone would be making an issue of RvP not getting the armband. Rooney is English, a club veteran for 10 years and will always start when fit so there is no reason for him not to be captain at least in the eyes of LvG.
 
I rewatched the 12/13 season review last night. My god, he was in unbelievable form from the beginning of the season up to around February. Scored some great goals and seemed to score every game. If he starts anything close to that form, we will be in with a shout at the league.

Oh and defensively we were a nightmare for like 3/4 of that season.
 
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Thats nonsense to be fair. Kuyt came out and said Van Persie was the leader of the team in the dressing room. He was the one who gave an inspirational half time speech against Spain and also in many other games. Van Persie was unfit during the world cup so it was difficult for him to show some energy on the pitch.
 
Really happy to see him back, hopefully he'll get some playing time Sunday!
 
Definitely glad he is back. Hope he plays some part. Would rather see Welbeck start though (if he is fit), he looked good in pre-season.
 
Oh yes, RvP back up front with Rojo added into the defense and we could see some massive improvements over the Swansea game. All we need then is Fletcher and Herrera to be on form and should be a comfortable win.
 
Too early for him to start but hopefully he'll be at least on the bench. Might need robin to win the game for us.
 
ricky-romeo said:
Too early for him to start but hopefully he'll be at least on the bench. Might need robin to win the game for us.
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To be honest, I would prefer him to start and score two goals then get subbed at half time than have him come on when after halftime with us still 0-0 or 1-0 down to Sunderland.
 
His arrogance is brilliant to watch. He isn't proper big headed, it's just he has this cool approach to things. His whole mannerisms like his walking, is brilliant.
 
If Welbeck is still recovering then i'd rather see RVP upfront rather than any other striker/attacking player.

Last season and maybe even more this season! United need there senior players to carry the team. Rooney has his flaws but in recent times he is the only senior player that has managed to keep a decent level. I really hope RVP has a great season!!!!! c'mon Robin
 
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