I was getting ready for school when I remembered that Manchester United would be coming to Parkhead to take on Celtic in the Champions’ League group stage. My excitement grew immediately. I pondered for a second realizing that if Celtic won this game they would be through to the last sixteen‚ an achievement no other Scottish club had achieved for years. Maybe this could be our year‚ I thought. The cold blistering air spiked deep into my lungs from the moment I stepped out from my house. I gazed
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closed to signing him before his move to Manchester Utd in 2003. Ronaldo’s signature came after Sporting defeated United 3–1 in a pre-season friendly. The United players spoke enthusiastically about the winger on their way home‚ and suggested manager Alex Ferguson to sign the player up‚ which he did for a price of £12.24 million. Ronaldo made a memorable debut for United as a substitute against Bolton; his 30 minutes performances created hype with United fans and the English media with his dazzling
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team.[2] In his 18-year playing career‚ he played for Cobh Ramblers‚ Nottingham Forest‚ and Manchester United‚ before ending his career at Celtic. Keane was a dominating central midfielder‚ noted for his aggressive and highly competitive style of play‚ an attitude that helped him excel as captain of Manchester United from 1997 until his departure in 2005‚ having joined the club in 1993. Keane helped United achieve a sustained period of success in more than 12 years at the club. He then signed for
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London on May 2‚ 1975‚ he started his professional career with Manchester city at age 17’ his main position was midfielder. He also played for Preston North End‚ Real Madrid‚ Milan‚ Los Angeles Galaxy‚ Paris Saint-Germaine‚ and the England national team for which he holds the appearance record for an outfield player. He was the first English player that won four different tittles in four different countries England‚ Spain‚ France and United States. III. Main Points A. 1. (explain/define) David Beckham
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successfully scoring from different positions on the pitch was just the start of him becoming the player he turned out to be. His career changed positively and dramatically when he scored from the half way line for Manchester United football club. Table 1 Team Appearances Goals Manchester United 265 62 Preston North End 5 2 Real Madrid 116 13 L.A Galaxy 98 18 AC Milan 29 2 P.S.G 10 0 Total 523 97 (BBC NEWS UK‚ 2013) In “table 1” it shows the teams David represented throughout
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DBQ: Manchester A city of prowess should be as hygienic as it is regal. Manchester circa 1800 was indeed a city of great proportion‚ although its cleanliness was in no question due to the lack thereof. A result of industrialization‚ Manchester’s quality of living deteriorated. Industrial expansion took priority over the inhabitants. To their detriment‚ modest changes had been made to aid in the effort to further the progress of a better Manchester for all. The Industrial Revolution impaired the
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under achievers. But when it comes to the transfer fees‚ English players are able to command a premium. Liverpool paid £35 million for Andy Carroll‚ £16 million for Jordan Henderson and £20 million for Stewart Downing. Manchester City paid £26 million for James Milner and Manchester United paid £17 million for Ashley Young and £16.5 million for Phil Jones‚ who is just 19 and played only 28 times in English premier league. The important point to consider here is all the above mentioned players come from
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Date: 18 October‚ 2011 Title: Best Manager or Local champion? Once again the immortal coach and Manager Sir Alex Ferguson will be celebrating his 25th anniversary as Manchester United’s Manager in November. As a United football fan‚ I can’t be short of words to say about a man who has been winning trophies for my club 6 years before I was born till date. In July‚ he just added United’s 19th league title – one ahead of rivals Liverpool. You
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Explain the qualities‚ characteristics and roles. : Analyse the qualities‚ characteristics and roles common to effective sports leaders Four Qualities Knowledge of rules and laws e.g. Sir Alex Ferguson CBE‚ Manager of Manchester United Football Team since 1986. He is a manager and ex Scottish player and knows the skills required by each player in the team and their position on the pitch. His tenure is the longest of all the current league managers and he has won many awards
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A.) Introduction Over time‚ soccer has developed into one of world’s most popular games. Its simple rules and ease of playing has made it attractive to boys and girls of all ages from country to country. The rise of popularity of soccer can be seen in many places. From video games to clothing merchandise‚ soccer fans are spending more money and time involving their passion. One’s own home is another place the rise of popularity in soccer can be seen with more games being televised. World Cup games
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