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Robin van Persie’s opener at Swansea has been named Manchester United’s Goal of the Month for August after one of the closest votes we can remember.

The Dutchman’s acrobatic effort picked up 33% of the votes cast by fans on ManUtd.com and its six international versions, narrowly beating his rising drive at the Liberty Stadium into second place (32%).

Danny Welbeck’s chip against the Swans followed closely behind on 30%, meaning the top three strikes were all scored in the same game.

http://www.manutd.com/en/News-And-Fe...or-august.aspx

Well done RVP:).

bbfan1991

10-09-2013 07:11 PM

Zaha aids England U21s

http://www.manutd.com/en/News-And-Fe...n-finland.aspx

bbfan1991

10-09-2013 07:12 PM

Reds name Under-19 squad

http://www.manutd.com/en/News-And-Fe...th-league.aspx

bbfan1991

10-09-2013 07:12 PM

Euro dates announced

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United begin the new UEFA Youth League with a fixture against Bayer Leverkusen at Salford City Stadium on 17 September.

http://www.manutd.com/en/News-And-Fe...-fixtures.aspx

bbfan1991

10-09-2013 07:14 PM

Anderson vows to be ready

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Anderson has vowed to be ready to impose himself on David Moyes' team after working hard in the pre-season.

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The Brazilian featured regularly on the Tour 2013 presented by Aon and came off the bench at Swansea City in the Barclays Premier League opener. After being an unused substitute for the next two games, the 25-year-old is striving to start Saturday's Old Trafford encounter with newly-promoted Crystal Palace.

Outlining his aims for the season in an exclusive interview with Inside United, the official club magazine, Anderson stated: "I just want to play as many games as I can. I just hope I can stay clear of injuries.

"I’ve been training hard on the training pitch and in the gym, and working on my conditioning. I am pleased with how things are going and, whenever the manager needs me, I will be ready.

"I have been doing more running, which has helped my fitness. The physios in Portugal have helped me a lot, as have all the coaches at United. I have also been working hard myself. I have built up the strength in my knee, worked hard in training.

"I have been eating well and sleeping well, while I have also been coming into training on my days off to do more work. It has really helped me and I feel great."

During the in-depth interview with Inside United, which is out on Wednesday, Anderson reiterated his desire to steer clear of injuries in order to make a real impact throughout the champions' title defence.

"I think it’s a big season for me," he stressed. "For everyone. However, I don’t want to say that and then pick up another injury. I have often started seasons well, played six or seven games and then got injured.

"I’ll tell you at the end of the season if it’s been a big season for me!"

Hopefully!

bbfan1991

10-09-2013 07:16 PM

Sir Alex to be honoured

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Sir Alex Ferguson has spoken of his pride at being honoured by Trafford Council.

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The former Manchester United boss has been given the freedom of the Borough and Water's Reach, situated close to Old Trafford, will be renamed 'Sir Alex Ferguson Way'.

The road is opposite Sir Matt Busby Way towards Salford Quays with the formalities taking place during a meeting of councillors on 14 October.

"I am delighted to accept this honour from Trafford Council," stated Sir Alex. "When I arrived at Old Trafford in 1986, I had little idea of the journey that awaited me.

"Over quarter of a century later, to receive the Freedom of the Borough of Trafford and to have a part of Trafford carrying my name is truly humbling."

Congratulations to SAF, he deserves it. What a man and legend!:worship:

bbfan1991

10-09-2013 07:19 PM

Nani says David Moyes convinced him to sign a new deal at Manchester United

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Manchester United ace Nani has revealed new boss David Moyes convinced him to stay at Old Trafford.

Nani was tipped to leave United this summer and it was even suggested he might run down his contract and leave on a free transfer next year.

However, the Portugal international ended speculation over his future by signing a new five-year deal last week.

Nani admits he turned down offers from other clubs to sign a new deal and that Moyes played a big role in his decision to pledge his long-term future to United.

"I am very content with my new deal at Manchester United," Nani told the Daily Mirror. "This summer was not easy but after a lot of thought and talking to David Moyes I believe it was the best solution.

"I feel I can offer many things to United. I had other important offers but without a sufficent challenge to make me want to leave United.

"The coach would not guarantee me a place in the XI more than any other player. I know I must work hard to get into this team.

"That is my objective for this season."

bbfan1991

10-09-2013 07:20 PM

Business as usual at Man United as new boy Fellaini joins Vidic and Ferdinand at training

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/foo...#ixzz2eWFo75YZ

Marouane Fellaini has his first proper taste of what it is like at United:worship:.

bbfan1991

10-09-2013 07:23 PM

Manchester United are good enough to win trophies, says Marouane Fellaini

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• £27.5m midfielder says his new club face a tough challenge
• 'Of course we still have the quality to win the league'

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Manchester United's £27.5m deadline day recruit Marouane Fellaini has insisted criticism of his new team following last weekend's defeat by Liverpool was unwarranted, and that David Moyes's players remain capable of defending the Premier League title.

Moyes and United have come under fire following a low-key transfer window, in which Fellaini was the only high-profile arrival. Bids for a host of other targets, including Fellaini's former Everton team-mate Leighton Baines, failed.

That scrutiny only intensified on account of a 1-0 loss at Anfield the day before the window closed but Fellaini, albeit predictably, has backed his new employers to come good.

"Of course we still have the quality to win the league," said the midfielder. "I watched the game [against Liverpool] and in the second half the team played well, played very well and had a lot of chances.

"My ambition this season is to win something with Manchester United and to play a lot of games for Manchester United. Winning a trophy is important.

"Of course it will be tough, we know it will be tough. But I think Manchester United has a great team and a great chance to win trophies so that is what I am looking forward to."

Fellaini was watched first-hand by Moyes – who also managed him at Everton – as he played for 68 minutes of Belgium's comfortable 2-0 win over Scotland at Hampden Park on Friday night. Afterwards, Fellaini reflected on a hectic spell.

"It was a great week for me," Fellaini said. "It was a bit nervous on Monday but in the end I have my transfer, I have a win with Belgium so I am happy. The result for Belgium was very important, we won even if it wasn't my best game.

"Of course I am looking forward to working with David Moyes again. But we have a lot of great players so I need to work hard for my place.

"It is a big step up for me, but I have been in England, I know the league and I know the players so I don't think I will have a problem with this move."

bbfan1991

13-09-2013 05:45 PM

Woods and USA make Brazil

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Chris Woods is another Manchester United man to have booked a place at the 2014 World Cup finals in Brazil.

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The Reds' goalkeeping coach is part of the USA backroom team and works closely with his former Everton colleague Tim Howard, who is the country's No1. The States clinched qualification with a 2-0 triumph against Javier Hernandez's Mexico while Shinji Kagawa (Japan) and Robin van Persie (Netherlands) are also safely through to next summer's global event.

Woods, who arrived at Old Trafford in the summer with new boss David Moyes, is to continue at international level under former Spurs striker Jurgen Klinsmann.

When asked by Inside United if he is staying in the role, he replied: "Yes, I really enjoy it. It gives me an opportunity to see other players in different parts of the world. So it can be a form of scouting, too!

"Jurgen Klinsmann is good to work with and it's enjoyable.

"You're not together day-in and day-out, that's the main difference with international football."

bbfan1991

13-09-2013 05:47 PM

De Gea always learning

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David De Gea says there is not one particular lesson he has learnt in his time as a Red so far which has helped him grow as a player and person, but the experience as a whole.

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The Spanish goalkeeper has enjoyed a year to remember so far, with a Barclays Premier League title medal, a place in the 2012/13 PFA Team of the Year and a tournament victory with Spain’s Under-21s at the European Championships all achieved in 2013.

The 22-year-old has already come a long way in his two seasons at Old Trafford during which time he has established himself as the Reds’ no.1 and one of the best keepers around.

The man himself says he can’t pinpoint one particular thing which has contributed to his rise to prominence, adding that everything about life at United has enabled him to improve and continues to every day.

“It’s more about all the things you learn rather than one individual thing. It’s an on-going process as well, especially when you come to a club from another country. The whole thing is a great experience,” he told ManUtd.com.

“At first, everything is new. The football, the culture and how people live… it’s about learning how things work at the club and getting to know your team-mates. The whole package has been a lesson for me.

“The support I have had from everyone at the club has been fantastic. First of all you have to have the belief in yourself and self-confidence, but that is enhanced once your team-mates and people within the club show their confidence in you and their support.

“You have to be 100 per cent focused in every game at United,” he added. “For 70/80 minutes you might not have to make a save but then suddenly you might be called upon to make an important stop. You have to be ready all the time. You must concentrate and focus your mind on the game and nothing else throughout the 90 minutes.”

De Gea also hailed the influence of his team-mates and the way he was made to feel at home from day one.

“It’s a top dressing room and a great one to join,” he said. “Everyone in the squad helps you a lot and the settling-in process is made a lot easier by the fact that there is such a warm atmosphere here. All the players welcome you.”

Great, i'm pleased for him:).

bbfan1991

13-09-2013 05:49 PM

Round: Fellaini fits just right

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Marouane Fellaini has all the physical and mental attributes to bring something new to the United midfield, according to assistant manager Steve Round.

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The Belgian midfielder’s move from Everton has seen him team again with Round and Reds boss David Moyes following five years working under the pair at Goodison Park.

Having worked extensively with Fellaini at close quarters, Round is certain the 25-year-old’s skills and abilities will complement those of his new team-mates.

“He will add some real physical presence to us in midfield, some strength, and he scores goals,” Round told MUTV.

“He’s a player that will get regular double figures, and he is maybe a player that we didn’t really have in the middle of that midfield.

“We have some very good footballers – Michael Carrick is an unbelievably good passer, Tom Cleverley is busy, lively and links play, Anderson will drive forward with the ball, dribble and create.

“Maybe we needed that bit of presence and authority that can sit in the middle of the pitch and dominate a game from that perspective. It gives a nice blend and balance to mix the midfield up.”

Round also feels the former Standard Liege player’s strength of character will help him make the adjustment to life in the Old Trafford spotlight.

“He’s a very strong character, with very good self-belief,” Round adds. “It won’t daunt him to play at this level and he is mentally very tough.

“When a player comes to Manchester United, they have to have the correct mentality to survive here. It’s not enough to be good every so often, you have got to be good every minute of every day.

“Ryan Giggs has said it’s not enough to be good in training, you’ve got to be good with every pass. Not every so often but every pass. Marouane will rise to that, he’ll love that challenge.

“He’s earned and deserved the right to be here. He’s progressed every single year as a player, to the stage where the manager, the staff and the board here feel that he deserved the opportunity to play at this level.”

bbfan1991

13-09-2013 05:51 PM

Moyes: Fellaini's a big asset

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David Moyes has revealed that he targeted Marouane Fellaini in order to add something new to his midfield options at Manchester United.

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The Belgian midfielder worked under Moyes for five years at Everton before reuniting with him at Old Trafford on transfer deadline day.

Speaking at a press conference on Friday, the manager explained the retirement of Paul Scholes and the continued absence of Darren Fletcher were key factors in his drive to bring Fellaini, 25, to the club this summer.

“He's well known in the Premier League, experienced in the Premier League and he can do several different jobs,” said Moyes. “He can play different positions, score goals and is effective in different areas of the field. So I'm hoping that if he can continue to improve and does the same at Manchester United, we could have a really top player on our hands.

"He was someone who we pencilled in for a position here at Manchester United right from the start. We felt we could do with adding numbers; with Darren Fletcher’s illness and Paul Scholes retiring it meant we were short in that area of the field, so he was always one who was out there. We talked about it a lot and thankfully we got him here.

"I think when you get to the final day and that stage there’s always a bit of doubt; things can go wrong for different reasons and could easily have gone wrong in this one as well, but in the end it didn’t and thankfully we got him.

"We knew it [midfield] was an area of the field where we felt we had to strengthen. We had to try and get another central midfield player. But with Marouane being able to play a bit further on as well, it can give us different alternatives at different times if required.

A busy fixture schedule, in which United will play five games in a fortnight starting with the visit of Crystal Palace on Saturday, plus Fellaini’s versatility were also in the manager’s thinking when securing the midfielder’s services.

He added, "He’s someone who can play in several roles and I needed that. We got a lot of games coming up, a busy schedule, and I want to be able to play in different ways in different games so he helps me to do that.”

The manager also confirmed he wanted to sign not just one but two players in a double bid to his former club Everton - the other target being England international left-back Leighton Baines.

"We had chosen to do it the way we did because we wanted to try and get Leighton Baines," said Moyes. "We didn’t want to give up on Leighton Baines until right at the last minute. We felt the best way to do that was to try and keep the two deals together, and only at the last minute did we split the deals. That was the way we chose to do it."

bbfan1991

13-09-2013 05:53 PM

Fellaini: It's a dream move

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Marouane Fellaini has described his deadline-day move to Manchester United as a 'dream', and hopes to repay David Moyes' faith in him by joining the long list of greats at Old Trafford.

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Speaking to the media for the first time since his summer transfer from Everton, the Belgian praised his former club, but says he now wants to win silverware with the Reds.

Fellaini said: "I talked with the manager because it was a big opportunity for me to join one of the biggest clubs in the world. He knew my objectives: I want to win trophies, I play football for this, and with Manchester United I have a big chance to win something.

"I thought I had no chance to join United but in the end I joined the club so for me it’s a dream. It’s one of the biggest clubs in the world. It’s a big dream.

"I need to work hard for my place because there are a lot of good players at the club. I need to work hard to show [what I can do]. I have a big chance with the manager and the staff. I’ve had a lot of games in the Premier League, I know the players and their quality. I think that’s good for me. Now I need to play and play well for the team – that’s it.

"I will prove myself on the pitch. Some people don't like my qualities, but I don't care. The manager, staff and players here know me. The manager gave me confidence [when he signed him at Everton]. I didn't know anyone, but he helped me."

The midfielder also spoke highly of his previous employers, and expressed his relief at completing the late deal, which enabled him to make the switch to the Reds.

Fellaini added: "With Everton and the chairman, we never knew about the deal. Sometimes, I thought there was no chance, but in the end I was so happy to join United. I talked with the manager, because it was a big opportunity to join one of the biggest clubs in the world.

"Of course, United want big players, but the main thing was for me to stay fit and wait until the end of the window. Everton was a great club for me, great team-mates and great moments. I respect the fans but it was time for me to leave.

"I've found the intensity of training to be a step up from Everton. United are a big team with big players, and Everton were a great team too. But the difference is that United have won trophies."

The 25-year-old Belgian is confident that he can play in several roles, and is looking forward to the challenge.

"I can play defensive or attacking - whatever helps the team. The most important thing is to win the game."

Nice words:). I am looking forward to Fellaini's first game with us and also to see him improve on his game!

bbfan1991

13-09-2013 05:55 PM

Boss cautious over Rooney

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David Moyes has delivered a positive update on Wayne Rooney's situation but refused to reveal whether when the striker can be considered for selection.

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The Reds' No10 sustained a nasty head injury in training ahead of the trip to Liverpool in the previous Barclays Premier League fixture and also missed England's World Cup qualifying double-header against Moldova and Ukraine.

Naturally, United are keen to be cautious with Rooney due to the nature of the injury.

"He's in great physical shape but obviously he's got the cut right in the middle of his forehead which could split where the skin is very thin," stated Moyes. "He's had the stitches out and it's knitted well.

"We've just got to see where the level of risk is with his head injury."

Wilfried Zaha, meanwhile, will not be any more likely to feature against Crystal Palace simply because he signed from the Eagles.

"We've been pleased with Wilfried," explained the boss. "He's been quite bright over the few days since he's been back. He got a couple of games for the England Under-21s and is one of the most promising players on the way up.

"The fact that it's his old club in this game won't change my views in any way but he's someone who we hope he can continue to develop and, when we think he's ready, we'll get him towards the team."

Moyes feels newly-promoted Palace will provide a real test at Old Trafford in Saturday's 12.45pm BST kick-off.

"It'll be a tough game," he asserted. "They've brought in a lot of new players in the window and Ian Holloway will be keen to get them integrated quickly. They're coming off the back of a good result last time [a 3-1 home win against Sunderland] as well.

"I've been pleased with a lot of aspects as to how we've played. I would have liked more points and more goals but I think an awful lot of our football has been very good. I'm hoping for that part of it to continue."

bbfan1991

13-09-2013 05:56 PM

Preview: United v Palace

http://www.manutd.com/en/Fixtures-An...al-Palace.aspx

bbfan1991

13-09-2013 06:47 PM

Gallery: Fellaini unveiled

http://www.manutd.com/en/News-And-Fe...er-united.aspx

Nice:cool:.

bbfan1991

13-09-2013 06:50 PM

Nani feels at home at United

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Nani has revealed he feels at home at Manchester United after signing a new five-year contract with the club.

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The Portuguese winger entered the final year of his existing deal at Old Trafford but put pen-to-paper on fresh terms to commit his long-term future to the Reds.

David Moyes' decision to tie the winger down is a real illustration of his faith in the 26-year-old, who made his first competitive appearance for the new manager as a substitute at Liverpool.

"I'm very happy," Nani told MUTV's Countdown to Kick-off. "It's always a pleasure to be at this club and be part of the great teams all these years.

"I'm so proud to sign a new deal with Manchester United because that's what I wanted to do. At the moment, I'm more relaxed to just focus on football and concentrate on what I want to do - to help the team and be at my best.

"Since I started my professional football career, the most part was here - all the successful seasons were here at Manchester United. I feel home. I feel good at this club because this club can give you a lot of things. I'm so happy to be here."

With the tricky wide man in his seventh season at the club, there remains the ambition to achieve more domestically and in the Champions League.

"I look to do better than I have been doing all these seasons," he insisted.

Individually and with the team as well.

"I learn one thing at this club - every season you have to have the ambition to win a trophy again. I want to win again. I think all my team-mates think the same. I'm focused on the league and the Champions League - all the competitions we are in.

"I'm so happy to be here for the next years. I think, now, I have all the conditions to work and focus at the club on what we want to achieve."

I'm really happy about this!

bbfan1991

15-09-2013 01:03 PM

Kagawa absence explained

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David Moyes revealed Shinji Kagawa missed Saturday’s win over Crystal Palace because he has picked up a mild case of ‘flu.

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The Japan international has not yet featured for the Reds in the Barclays Premier League this season and was missing from the squad that saw off the Eagles 2-0 at Old Trafford.

Afterwards, Moyes confirmed at his press conference that the midfielder is recovering from an illness the manager feels was contracted on international duty.

"Shinji hasn't been in that much; he's been travelling back and forth between us and Japan," Moyes said.

"Today, it looks as if he's picked up ‘flu through flying so much and he's been tired. He trained yesterday and didn't feel great. We hoped he'd improve in the hotel overnight but he didn't, so there's no need for us to take the risk.

"We're trying to get him back but we've not had the chance to see him and he's not been here that often, so we've not had the chance."

bbfan1991

15-09-2013 01:04 PM

Marouane made for United

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Ryan Giggs is confident that Marouane Fellaini will settle straight into life at Old Trafford following his transfer deadline day move from Everton, adding that the towering Belgian brings vital qualities to United's midfield.

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Fellaini made his last-minute switch from Goodison to Old Trafford and Giggs says that his desire to join the Reds is also a promising sign of the commitment and dedication he will bring to making a success of his United career.

"Marouane is proven in the Premier League so he doesn't need any bedding-in time when it comes to learning the English game," Giggs told United Uncovered, the club's official email newsletter. "That's a big positive. He brings us strength, height at set-pieces and goals from midfield.

"He was really keen to join us and that's always a great quality: when a player is desperate to play for United they're usually determined to make the most of it when they're given that chance. I have no doubt he'll enjoy himself here, playing in the Champions League, playing in the big games."

The Reds are well aware of the threat of facing Fellaini. His height and physical presence are major assets, but that perhaps undersells his qualities with the ball at his feet. "He's the sort of player you want on your side rather than playing against us," adds the Welshman. "He's caused us a few problems in the past and last season he scored goals against us, Arsenal and Manchester City... so he has what it takes to perform in the big games.

"He was someone who always warranted a mention in our team-talks when we played Everton. In the 4-4 draw at Old Trafford in April 2012 he was a real handful and scored against us again on the opening day of last season, so he was definitely someone we focused on when we played Everton. Hopefully that will work in our favour now and other teams will focus on Marouane, leaving somebody else with a bit more room to play."

bbfan1991

15-09-2013 01:08 PM

United 2 Crystal Palace 0

http://www.manutd.com/en/Fixtures-An...ch-report.aspx

Glad that we won:). Pleased that Wayne Rooney started, albeit with an amusing protective headband and that he scored with an impressive free kick in the second half.

RVP with a good penalty in the first half too to put us 1-0 up.

Ashley Young needs to cut out the theatrics, but glad that David Moyes has publicly criticised him and said that he will speak to the player.

We lacked creativity at times, but the players are still getting used to the way DM wants them to play. Marouane Fellaini and Adnan Januzaj looked lively when they came on too!

bbfan1991

15-09-2013 01:10 PM

Fellaini savours United debut

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Marouane Fellaini has thanked the Manchester United fans for their support during his Reds debut on Saturday; a comfortable 2-0 win over Crystal Palace.

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The Belgian midfielder replaced Anderson after 60 minutes to receive an impressive ovation from four corners of Old Trafford. And quite brilliantly, many attendees were even wearing wigs in a comical tribute to United’s newest recruit.

Afterwards, when speaking exclusively to MUTV, Fellaini was keen to acknowledge such a fantastic welcome and expressed his delight towards winning what could have been a tricky match.

“I am happy to have started at Old Trafford with the crowd who supported me,” Marouane said. “It was a fantastic debut and we won, which was most important. I was both nervous and excited. I thought I had to play my game and with my quality.

“I would like to say thank you to the supporters, it was good for me. The supporters helped me, it was important for me. Every time I will give my maximum for the club and for my team-mates.

“It was a good win, not hard or easy, just a good win. Man United want to win every game and we won today so it was good for our confidence ahead of the next game - because the next game is a big game, it is a Champions League game. So this is good for the confidence.”

Manager David Moyes was understandably pleased for Fellaini to take his bow and explained why his arrival to the action was key to securing three points.

"I thought Fellaini played well today, hopefully all the supporters saw what he can do," the boss said. "We were delighted he got on, I wanted him to win the ball for us, give it to our good players so we could go and score goals.

"He’s more than that, but I thought today he came on and calmed it down when we were only winning 1-0. I had to make sure, even though they had ten men, that we didn’t do anything stupid and we didn’t."

Saturday’s match saw another Belgian midfielder make his Old Trafford debut in the form of 18-year-old prodigy Adnan Januzaj, who caught the eye of compatriot Fellaini.

“Everybody knows he has a lot of quality, he is the future of Manchester United,” Fellaini explained. “He has a lot of qualities, he needs to work hard but he did well today, very well. He has a big time now, so he needs to work hard, keep going and help the team.”

Well done Fellaini:).

bbfan1991

15-09-2013 01:12 PM

Home win delights Moyes

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David Moyes praised his players after earning his first home win as Manchester United manager, in a comfortable 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday.

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Goals from Robin van Persie and Wayne Rooney settled the contest, and the boss was delighted to get up and running at Old Trafford while his predecessor Sir Alex Ferguson watched from the stands.

Moyes said: "I'm very happy. I thought there was a lot of good play, in the early part of the first half we were very good. We created a lot of crossing positions and goal-scoring opportunities which we didn’t take. We made it a little bit nervy, so I was delighted when we got the penalty kick before half time.

"I think he [Sir Alex] will be pleased, he knows the Premier League and he’ll have seen the team play well, create quite a lot of chances and do a professional job. We didn’t concede any goals, which is a great thing. At the moment, we’re looking strong defensively and that will be really important in the coming games."

United were awarded a controversial first-half penalty when Ashley Young appeared to be brought down just outside the area, but Moyes believes that a spot kick was no more than his men deserved.

He added: "I’ve had a chance to see it. There’s part of it I agree with, I think the first contact is outside the box, but I wasn’t so sure about the other one. The one on Patrice Evra could have been a penalty kick, we had two or three calls for it, but we deserved it because we played well enough and were the dominant team."

bbfan1991

15-09-2013 01:15 PM

Wayne unscathed on return

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David Moyes has revealed that Wayne Rooney came through 90 minutes against Crystal Palace unscathed after wearing a headband to protect his head injury.

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The United striker produced a couple of moments of real quality during the 2-0 triumph against the ten-man Eagles, picking out Robin van Persie with a tremendous through ball when the Dutchman hit the bar, and making the points safe with a stylish free-kick.

After coming on as a substitute against Swansea City in the Barclays Premier League opener, Rooney started - and impressed - against Chelsea, only to be forced out of the trip to his native Merseyside to face Liverpool because of the gash he sustained in training.

"We wanted to try to get Wayne through 90 minutes today," explained the boss.

"It was a difficult decision [to play him] but we were trying to see him in training with the headband on and he felt okay with it. He felt he could wear it so we thought we'd try and get him out. It looks like a sumo wrestler's! It was a great free kick though.

"I felt he tired a little bit in the second half but I spoke to him and said: 'Look, we'll get you 90 minutes' because of his lack of match practice to help him towards the overall goal of getting back to match sharpness and match fitness. There was no reaction. He looks fine and went for a couple of headers with it!

"I felt that I wanted to keep him on, get some minutes under his belt, and get him ready for the coming weeks and months. Goalscorers want to score, and Robin and Wayne got goals today, that’s what we want."

Van Persie was withdrawn towards the end to give Javier Hernandez a run-out but Danny Welbeck was absent due to fluid on his knee. Moyes suggested he will monitor the England forward in the coming days with the Manchester derby following Tuesday's Champions League tie against Bayer Leverkusen.

bbfan1991

15-09-2013 01:16 PM

Giggs: We'll cope with busy spell

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Ryan Giggs has no doubt that Manchester United’s squad has what it takes to cope with the demands of the fixture list over the next few weeks.

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The start of the Reds’ Champions League campaign, at home to Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday, kicks off a hectic run of four games over 11 days. Following the visit of the German side, United then visit Manchester City before hosting another fierce rival in the shape of Liverpool in the Capital One Cup. West Brom visit the following Saturday, but Giggs feels that this busy period will prove that the players have found their feet at just the right time.

“I think we’re in good shape,” Giggs declared to ManUtd.com. “In the first few games of the season you don’t really know where everyone’s at because players have joined at different times of pre-season or missed pre-season altogether.

“But now, especially after the international break, I think a few of the guys have caught up in terms of training or minutes on the pitch for their countries. We’re all ready and prepared to fully use the squad now because it seems like there’s a game every couple of days from now on.”

Giggs, who turns 40 in November, expects David Moyes to dig deep into his playing roster with the quick turn-around between these important fixtures in mind. “Different players will be used in all those games because this is where the squad comes into its own," added Ryan. "Just about everybody is fit, which is a bonus, so I’m confident heading into this busy period.”

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