Posts by Ian Watson
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NostalgiaAn ode to Antonio Valencia, the winger turned world-class right-back
Jose Mourinho called him the best RB in the world.
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NostalgiaWhen a player from every club raced 100m – & the hungover one won
We'd give anything for this to come back.
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NostalgiaGeorge Best’s double hat-trick & the goalkeeper whose day he ruined
It's the game still talked about many years later.
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NostalgiaThe incredible story of Andrei Kanchelskis and his time in England
An amazing player with an even more amazing story.
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NostalgiaThe story of Eric Cantona and his incredible impact on Man Utd
One of the Premier League's all-time greats.
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NostalgiaWhy there’s more to admire about Paul Scholes than sublime technique
A tribute to a Manchester United legend.
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NostalgiaHow Diego Forlan fought to become a Manchester United cult hero
Manchester United fans still sing his name today.
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Quick Reads7 of Peter Schmeichel’s best and most important saves for Man Utd
Remembering some of the Great Dane's best saves.
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NostalgiaHow Teddy Sheringham won over Man Utd fans as The King’s successor
Teddy Sheringham was not an instant Man Utd hero.
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Quick Reads7 reasons why Michael Carrick will always be beloved by Man Utd fans
Michael Carrick is a Manchester United legend.
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In DepthDavid de Gea: From ‘horrendous’ to hero in six years at Man Utd
David de Gea wasn't always universally rated...
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NostalgiaA detailed recollection of Manchester United 3-3 Middlesbrough, 1997
The 20th anniversary of a classic encounter.
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In DepthMan Utd options should De Gea depart: A choice between three?
Replacing David De Gea will be tough if he leaves.
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In DepthThe Joy Of…Goalkeeper sidewinders: From Taffarel to Reina to Pickford
A side-volley assist from a goalkeeper? Beautiful.
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NostalgiaThe most iconic goalkeeper jerseys of all time – The good, bad and ugly
There have been some classic goalkeeper kits.
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In DepthGianluigi Buffon: The story of one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time
Is there anyone who *doesn't* love Gigi Buffon?
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In DepthStoke’s GK coach explains how clubs use data to assess goalkeepers
We spoke to Stoke City goalkeeper coach Andy Quy.
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In DepthA tribute to Gareth Barry, one of the PL’s most underrated players
A stalwart for every club he has represented.