- Dec 20, 2006
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I used to have an idealistic view of a pro players life away from the game. One night out with a couple of world class players ended it for me.
Footballers are you and me with more money and they do things that scratch your head. I could never go out the night before a game but I had team mates who did and would turn in great performances the next day. In some cases they got away with it but most would be eventually found out and shipped out.
United have been so successful for so long because character counts to Fergie. I am not sure we have had a manager since KB who has had a similar ethos although I have a feeling AVB might see the game the same way.
From my experience Irish and British players have a different view to other nationalities of the role of alcohol in the dressing room. See the latest with Ribery for one example.
I stopped being upset as a fan a long time ago. The game has changed and players don't respect their clubs the way the fans do.
If Lennon scores the winner on Sunday I am sure all will be forgiven.
Footballers are you and me with more money and they do things that scratch your head. I could never go out the night before a game but I had team mates who did and would turn in great performances the next day. In some cases they got away with it but most would be eventually found out and shipped out.
United have been so successful for so long because character counts to Fergie. I am not sure we have had a manager since KB who has had a similar ethos although I have a feeling AVB might see the game the same way.
From my experience Irish and British players have a different view to other nationalities of the role of alcohol in the dressing room. See the latest with Ribery for one example.
I stopped being upset as a fan a long time ago. The game has changed and players don't respect their clubs the way the fans do.
If Lennon scores the winner on Sunday I am sure all will be forgiven.