Zidane Iqbal

[Pexbo]

Mini Modric

 

[Chief123]

I’m going to be completely hyperbole here but he’s basically Luka Modric.

 

[Chief123]

Mini Modric

Omg jinx

 

[roonster09]

Mini Modric

Real Zidane.

 

[christinaa]

He’s one player I really want to see/hope makes it here. I’m British-Asian myself and it feels so proud seeing someone from the same background as me playing for Manchester United.

I thought he was very good. Very calm, composed and didn’t feel intimidated when Liverpool brought on the likes of Fabinho, Thiago etc.

I agree with you.
He can have a great future in front of him given more games and introduced Into the first team.

 

[bosnian_red]

Looked very good. Never really saw much of him before, but the little bits he showed, Frenkie would be the perfect mentor to him.

 

[GreatDane]

As someone who hasn’t seen him play before, what are his strengths?
Is he purely a technical player or are there some tackles in him as well?

 

[Remember the geese]

Without getting carried away, that is quite reminiscent of De Jong.

 

[dubplate warrior]

He’s one player I really want to see/hope makes it here. I’m British-Asian myself and it feels so proud seeing someone from the same background as me playing for Manchester United.

I thought he was very good. Very calm, composed and didn’t feel intimidated when Liverpool brought on the likes of Fabinho, Thiago etc.

Agreed, bit weird for others to possibly read but it's almost emotional to see it. Been wanting to see a south Asian do it for so long.

 

[SAF is the GOAT]

The player that immpresed me the most today.

Looks like he's ready for men's football

 

[Acquire Me]

He will not be loaned out imo. Will definitely be in the squad. He has impressed me before, but today it was different. Raw, but not that raw either. Either way, very good game from him. Exciting times.

 

[RedDevilRoshi]

Agreed, bit weird for others to possibly read but it's almost emotional to see it. Been wanting to see a south Asian do it for so long.

A lot of British south Asians will be rooting for him. It’s just brilliant for the community to see someone from the same background as ourselves representing one of the biggest clubs in the world and not looking like if he is out of his depth at this level. Everyone wants to see him make it as he’ll be such an inspiration to so many young British south Asian football players if he does.

We all know so many youngsters come through this academy that look good at youth/reserve league level but not all of them will make it as some may just not be quite good enough to make that step-up to the 1st team. The jump from youth/reserve football to 1st team football is a gigantic one, particularly when it comes to clubs like ourselves.

 

[MDFC Manager]

Without getting carried away, that is quite reminiscent of De Jong.

Will be fantastic for him to train alongside FDJ

 

[jeepers]

As someone who hasn’t seen him play before, what are his strengths?
Is he purely a technical player or are there some tackles in him as well?

Technical, he’s very good with the ball at feet. Very good dribbler. Silky.

Without getting carried away, that is quite reminiscent of De Jong.

FdJ is his favourite player!

 

[Adnan]

 

[Man-P]

As someone who hasn’t seen him play before, what are his strengths?
Is he purely a technical player or are there some tackles in him as well?

Technically gifted lad. Not a hard-tackling player but one that can decide outcome of the game. If properly nurtured under ETH, I see him doing wonders

 

[pocco]

It's the bit he did next that he needs to sort out.

 

[Pogue Mahone]

It's the bit he did next that he needs to sort out.

The pass was on and he almost threaded the needle. Wouldn’t criticise him for it.

 

[MDFC Manager]

It's the bit he did next that he needs to sort out.

Yea there's still plenty of work no doubt. His long passing was a bit mixed. The talent is there though.

 

[Pogue Mahone]

Agreed, bit weird for others to possibly read but it's almost emotional to see it. Been wanting to see a south Asian do it for so long.

A lot of British south Asians will be rooting for him. It’s just brilliant for the community to see someone from the same background as ourselves representing one of the biggest clubs in the world and not looking like if he is out of his depth at this level. Everyone wants to see him make it as he’ll be such an inspiration to so many young British south Asian football players if he does.

We all know so many youngsters come through this academy that look good at youth/reserve league level but not all of them will make it as some may just not be quite good enough to make that step-up to the 1st team. The jump from youth/reserve football to 1st team football is a gigantic one, particularly when it comes to clubs like ourselves.

It’s kind of mad how few role models there’s been for South Asian kids until now. You wonder if it just takes one player to break the mould and then the floodgates open. Hopefully Iqbal can blaze a trail!

 

[Adam-Utd]

The boys got something doesn't he?

Takes the ball under pressure really well, the tight turning circle and low centre of gravity allows him to wriggle away, and he's comfortable dribbling out of danger.

Obviously needs to work on a few things but these are the type of midfielders we need. If he works hard he's got a great chance.

 

[MrBest]

Well he sort of came out of nowhere (if you do not follow youth football as much). Looked comfortable but then again Liverpool are a week or 2 behind us in fitness. Being half South Asian myself, even if from the other side, I really want to see him succeed, whether at United or in the prem at least. Great cameo from the boy.

 

[pocco]

The pass was on and he almost threaded the needle. Wouldn’t criticise him for it.

Liverpool set the trap well and you could see it on TV. I don't want to criticise after a good performance but just think it's something to work on. Tighten up passes, make the right decisions. Typical stuff for a young player.

 

[GreatDane]

Technical, he’s very good with the ball at feet. Very good dribbler. Silky.

Technically gifted lad. Not a hard-tackling player but one that can decide outcome of the game. If properly nurtured under ETH, I see him doing wonders

Thanks!

 

[Remember the geese]

Will be fantastic for him to train alongside FDJ

Sure will be. A great education.

 

[Andycoleno9]

Wow, kid is great. Didn't knew that. So he is some kind of central midfield playmaker. Mix between 8 and 10?

 

[The_Midfielder]

Wow, kid is great. Didn't knew that. So he is some kind of central midfield playmaker. Mix between 8 and 10?

yes, mix between prime Messi and Xavi

 

[JJ12]

Any full game compilations yet

 

[Remember the geese]

FdJ is his favourite player!

Oh that's interesting. Not a bad player to try and emulate.

 

[The Irish Connection]

Delighted that ten Hag rates him. I’ve said for years he’s quality. Obviously a big step up to the premier league but he’s got great potential.
Mainoo as well.

 

[Teja]

He was fantastic, probably the player that impressed me the most today.

 

[Van Piorsing]

Any full game compilations yet

 

[DWelbz19]

Iqballer

 

[JJ12]

Thanks man

 

[Nick7]

yes, mix between prime Messi and Xavi

So, Iniesta?

 

[sillwuka]

Seems like an absolute nightmare to play against.

I can't remember an academy cameo that has impressed me as much as this.

 

[RedRonaldo]

Very impressive, IMO a mix of Iniesta and Modric.

 

[RedRonaldo]

So his best position is CM?

 

[Tibs]

Very good display..another one or two of these in pre-season and he'll stay for this season imo

 

[flameinthesun]

Passed backwards a lot as did savage, but very impressed with his control, use of ball and turning ability in tight spaces, very de jong esque. Very interesting young player, lets see how he develops.