bovineblue Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Is this going to be bumped every time he scores next season? Bored of this whole affair now and sick to death of hearing about it. And bumped every time he misses probably. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Micktoon Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Somebody should lock this and be done with it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Stephen927 Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 The way he's coming out and saying the criticism was unfair, it's like he thinks he's successfully resurrected his career by scoring in some big important game. We'll see how you do in the league and in Europe... The comment about playing with a higher quality of players is fair. When he had Kevin Nolan and Nicky Butt attempting to set up goals for him, a lot of players would struggle too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest elbee909 Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 The media do seem to be doing ta job where Owen's concerned. I just don't see where there should be sympathy for him for his time with us when he was paid so much more than he's going to be paid now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cronky Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 That comment of Owen's about being with players who are 'on the same wavelength' is a real irritant. Yes, he's with a better side and that's bound to make life easier, but this idea that he's finally with players who can match up to his sublime talent is rubbish. The fuss that's surrounded this one goal is an illustration of why I think Man U have made a mistake. This soap opera that surrounds him is bound to become a distraction and an irritation to the rest of the team. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveItIfWeBeatU Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 That comment of Owen's about being with players who are 'on the same wavelength' is a real irritant. Yes, he's with a better side and that's bound to make life easier, but this idea that he's finally with players who can match up to his sublime talent is rubbish. The fuss that's surrounded this one goal is an illustration of why I think Man U have made a mistake. This soap opera that surrounds him is bound to become a distraction and an irritation to the rest of the team. Totally agree. That was my problem with him not the fact that he scored. "It's a nice feeling (to score) and it's nice to play a game in the red shirt." I'd love to know what he meant by this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.Spaceman Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 I despise Liverpool as much as the next person, but I agree with them when they say he's burned all bridges with them. What a cock. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thewellander Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 100 pages. Time to stop talking about Michael Owen, I think. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Phil K Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Pretty sure there was quite a bit far more to blame for our relegation than Owen being made captain lol He'll do well for Man U, its beyond obvious. If half of you werent so bitter, you'd realise the comment he made was very accurate. What tripe. Don't let the Man U supporting rags tell you what to think about Owen (as it would appear) Owen's performances (when he could be bothered) were appalling. He was the captain (supposedly) He's put more effort into it for Man U in one friendly than he did in an entire season here. He contributed to our relegation, and no one said he was the only cause. For chrissakes, what was the rumblings against those who DID play (like Collo) if not ? Congrats pal - one the daftest posts on this subject for 100 pages. 100 pages. Time to stop talking about Michael Owen, I think. Finally - a voice of sanity I agree. That comment of Owen's about being with players who are 'on the same wavelength' is a real irritant. Yes, he's with a better side and that's bound to make life easier, but this idea that he's finally with players who can match up to his sublime talent is rubbish. The fuss that's surrounded this one goal is an illustration of why I think Man U have made a mistake. This soap opera that surrounds him is bound to become a distraction and an irritation to the rest of the team. Excellent post (the opposite of the other top) and sums Owen and the rags up to a T Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ_NUFC Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Anyone remember his misses for us? There was a time when any chance he got I was sure he was going to miss, and it turned out to be so. Whether we have Ronaldo or Nolan or our team, if you're getting paid 100k a week and you have a chance, you put it away. You can put it down to lack of confidence or bad luck, but don't go around spouting the criticism was unfair because you were one of the least criticised from the crowd: cue Colo, Butt, Nolan, etc. We didn't even criticise you because we'd worked you out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveItIfWeBeatU Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 I don't see why people are calling for this thread to be locked. The reason I posted in it was because Owen made a veiled attack on his former NUFC team mates. I don't see why that should have passed without comment. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robster Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 I don't see why people are calling for this thread to be locked. The reason I posted in it was because Owen made a veiled attack on his former NUFC team mates. I don't see why that should have passed without comment. Is that where he said something like "its a pleasure playing with players who know what they are doing"? I thought that was a cuntish thing to say. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElDiablo Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 I don't see why people are calling for this thread to be locked. The reason I posted in it was because Owen made a veiled attack on his former NUFC team mates. I don't see why that should have passed without comment. Is that where he said something like "its a pleasure playing with players who know what they are doing"? I thought that was a cuntish thing to say. Do you work for The Sun? He said about liking playing with players who are on the same wavelength as him. So fuck if it is a veiled criticism, they were fucking shite last season Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robster Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Do you work for The Sun? He said about liking playing with players who are on the same wavelength as him. So fuck if it is a veiled criticism, they were fucking shite last season I certainly dont But it just came across as he was excluded from the shitness and any underforming by himself was all someone elses fault. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustynrg Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 He really is bitter and twisted isn't he, if he had any dignity in him he would shut it. Just like he shut it for the six months since Christmas as Club Captain. In fact we've heard more announcements from him since he moved to Man U than in the last year here. As for slagging of his former team mates, well we may think it's right because they were shite, but there''s no solidarity there is there? The Sousers were right, it's all Owen, Owen Owen with him, he doesn''t know the meaning of team and keeping together, no wonder he was a crap captain. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveItIfWeBeatU Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 I don't see why people are calling for this thread to be locked. The reason I posted in it was because Owen made a veiled attack on his former NUFC team mates. I don't see why that should have passed without comment. Is that where he said something like "its a pleasure playing with players who know what they are doing"? I thought that was a cuntish thing to say. Do you work for The Sun? He said about liking playing with players who are on the same wavelength as him. So fuck if it is a veiled criticism, they were fucking shite last season It's funny how everyone else in the team was on the wrong wavelength and he was on the right wavelength. Yes our players were crap last year and that includes Owen. He just thinks he's above criticism. http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/m/man_utd/8157129.stm The 29-year-old said: "It's just nice to play with players who are on your wavelength, spotting your runs - they are just class players. "It's a nice feeling (to score) and it's nice to play a game in the red shirt. "Just to get off the mark for the season is nice, and it's probably doubly good for me as it's my first game as well." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 I don't see why people are calling for this thread to be locked. The reason I posted in it was because Owen made a veiled attack on his former NUFC team mates. I don't see why that should have passed without comment. Is that where he said something like "its a pleasure playing with players who know what they are doing"? I thought that was a cuntish thing to say. Do you work for The Sun? He said about liking playing with players who are on the same wavelength as him. So fuck if it is a veiled criticism, they were fucking shite last season It's funny how everyone else in the team was on the wrong wavelength and he was on the right wavelength. Yes our players were crap last year and that includes Owen. He just thinks he's above criticism. http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/m/man_utd/8157129.stm The 29-year-old said: "It's just nice to play with players who are on your wavelength, spotting your runs - they are just class players. "It's a nice feeling (to score) and it's nice to play a game in the red shirt. "Just to get off the mark for the season is nice, and it's probably doubly good for me as it's my first game as well." Shola scored two yesterday so fuck off, we don't need you! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crumpy Gunt Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 I await the news his helicopter has crashed with baited breath. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveItIfWeBeatU Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Sorry to those who are sick of reading about him. I suggest you avoid this thread. Owen's become very chatty since leaving. http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11688_5440384,00.html Owen hurt by criticism Red Devils ace unhappy at misrepresentation Last updated: 18th July 2009 Manchester United striker Michael Owen concedes he is hurt by criticism for his time at Newcastle United. While The Magpies are contemplating life in the Championship, Owen is looking forward to a season with the Premier League champions following his free transfer switch to Old Trafford. Owen has been blasted for his role in Newcastle's inability to retain their top-flight status, although the 29-year-old marksman feels most of the comments are unfair. The former Real Madrid and Liverpool ace is unhappy his personal life has been thrown into the fray, whereas if he had been successful on the pitch those elements would have been in the positive column. Unfair "You learn to understand the reaction but if you do step back, you think it is strange or unfair," he said. "When you are being relegated, nobody is interested in listening to you. But I knew it was all to do with me not scoring. "If you don't score and you don't win, you are wrong to have a helicopter and fly home each week to see your kids. You are wrong to have a business outside of football. You are wrong to plan for the future. "If the goals had been going in I would have been a great lad, popping home to see my three kids and be a family man on a Tuesday after training. I would have been thoughtful and innocent little things would not be misrepresented." So he did have a helicopter and flew home during the week. I remember reading that he had a property near Bolam Lake and his kids were settled in local schools. Whatever happened to that? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minhosa Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Said more in two weeks than he has in two years. Guilty conscience, Mikey? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Haven't read this thread or his interview, just popped in to say "fuck off Michael...fuck off and die." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 I'd love to see him back at SJP sometime, the abuse would be absolutely vicious. Can't see it though, even if we were to draw them in the cup or get promoted (Arf!), I think the spineless little cunt would bottle it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robster Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 "IF" is a wonderful word isnt it Michael. The fact is the goals werent going in so the fingers were pointing at you as much as the rest of the team. Nice of him to admit that he didnt feel enough about the club in the 4 years here to have a home here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Couldn't give two f*cks about him or what he does at Man Utd or England in the future, but I love the fact that a lot of the people wanting the thread closed, etc. are the same people who a month ago were mocking him when he was linked with Hull & Stoke. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayson Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Pretty sure there was quite a bit far more to blame for our relegation than Owen being made captain lol He'll do well for Man U, its beyond obvious. If half of you werent so bitter, you'd realise the comment he made was very accurate. What tripe. Don't let the Man U supporting rags tell you what to think about Owen (as it would appear) Owen's performances (when he could be bothered) were appalling. He was the captain (supposedly) He's put more effort into it for Man U in one friendly than he did in an entire season here. He contributed to our relegation, and no one said he was the only cause. For chrissakes, what was the rumblings against those who DID play (like Collo) if not ? Congrats pal - one the daftest posts on this subject for 100 pages. I didnt say anyone claimed he was the only cause either did i. But many of you are SEVERELY blowing it out of proportion. Ive spoken on this bs so many times by this point that its beyond laughable. Any with half of a brain would realise michael Owen was the least of our issues. Nowhere close to being even half significant in the reason we were relegated. The bitterness spouted on here is joke now a manager with some common sense has agreed that oh shit, michael owens actually still quite obviously has ability. The only point i agree on is that he shouldnt have been captain, thats about it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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