OFFICIAL NEWS 2016/17 - AUGUST 2016

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2016.08.31 | manutd.com

IBRA, BAILLY AND BLIND CHOSEN

 

Zlatan has been nominated Manchester United 'Player of the Month' in August.Ibra was chosen by the club together with the two centre-backs Eric Bailly and Daley Blind.

 

 

Zlatan has scored 4 goals in his first 4 games for Manchester United in August, topping the Premier League goalscorer table with 3 goals.

 

 

Vote for Zlatan as the Manchester United 'Player of the Month' in August here:

 

 

Source: manutd.com.

 

2016.08.27 | Zlatan Unplugged

RASHFORD STEPPED UP AND SAVED UNITED

 

Zlatan has been named 18-year-old Marcus Rashford mentor in Manchester United and tonight Rashford saved United with an extra time winning goal. Zlatan has talked well about the great talent since the day he saw him.

 

The Saturday evening match between Hull City and Manchester United ended in a 1-0 win, comments?

Zlatan: "A fair win – especially after the second half."

 

Young Marcus Rashford decided the match after a fantastic performance by Rooney. A few words about Rashford?

Zlatan: "The future of England."

Tough weather this evening against Hull. How much does this affect your game plan?

Zlatan: "If we score in the beginning we get more surface and it gets easier."

No equalized record for you tonight, but a win for the team. What do you think of your own performance?

Zlatan: "It felt alright, but they were very defensive so there wasn't much room."

Source: Zlatan Unplugged.

 

2016.08.27 | Hull-Man Utd 0-1

MANCHESTER UNITED FORCED IN A LATE WINNING GOAL

Manchester United are still unbeaten with Zlatan in the team.

Tonight they looked like they were gonna play 0-0 against Hull, but youngster Marcus Rashford scored in the very last minute.

Zlatan played the whole game.

 

FULL GAME REPORT.

2016.08.26 | Zlatan Unplugged

ZLATAN CHALLENGES 100-YEAR OLD MAN UTD-RECORD

Zlatan has scored in his first three games for Manchester United and if he scores again against Hull on Saturday, he will equalize James "Jimmy" Hansons club record from the 1920's for scoring in his first four games for Manchester United.

 

Tomorrow, Saturday, Manchester United plays away against Hull City in the third round of the Premier League. How is the team doing?

Zlatan: "We’ve been working hard this week, and everything looks good."

The Tigers from East England have also started the season with two wins, and step onto the pitch with great self-confidence. Is there anything in particular you have been focusing on with Hull in mind?

Zlatan: "It will be a difficult match, just as the two first."

Your start to the season is magnificent, and you have impressed even the sceptics, not least in England, with your skills. Was this one of the challenges you saw when you chose clubs?

Zlatan: "No no. I came here to help the club get back to its right position."

Tomorrow, you can equalize James “Jimmy" Hanson’s record from the 1920s, by scoring in your first four matches for Manchester United. Do you give this any thought before and during the match?

Zlatan: "I’m focusing on getting 3 points – the rest is bonus."

After the match against Hull there is a national team break where Sweden meets Holland in Stockholm on September 6th. How do you feel considering it’s the first Team Sweden effort without you?

Zlatan: "I get a few days extra off. It feels weird and quite alright."

 

UPCOMING GAME.

Hull-Manchester United.

Premier League - Round 3.

Saturday 27 August 2016 - 18.30 (CET).

KCOM Stadium, Hull.

 

Source: Zlatan Unplugged.

 

2016.08.26 | uefa.com

MAN UTD WILL PLAY FENERBAHCE AND FEYENOORD

 

Today the Europa League 2016/17 group stage was drawn and Manchester United will play Turkish Fenerbahce, Dutch Feyenoord and Ukrainian Zorya in Group A.

 

The games will be played on the following Thurdays at 21.00 CET:

15, 29 September.

20 October.

3, 24 November.

8 December.

 

Source: uefa.com.

2016.08.19 | Man Utd-Southampton 2-0

ZLATAN SCORED TWICE - THE SUCCESS CONTINUED

He did it again.

He shows his excellence wherever he goes and tonight he displayed it once again. Zlatan scored twice in his real debut on Old Trafford and Man Utd took a well deserved victory.

 

FULL GAME REPORT.

2016.08.19 | Zlatan Unplugged

IBRA TO MAKE HIS COMPETITIVE DEBUT ON OLD TRAFFORD

Zlatan has scored in his two first games for Manchester United and tonight he makes his competitive debut on his new home ground. New teammate Paul Pogba is likely to make his debut as well and the crowd at Old Trafford will probably be insanely excited.

 

Almost a week since the win in your first away-match against Bournemouth. What's been going on this week for you and the team?

Zlatan: "We trained as usual, with extra attention to our upcoming opponent."

Mourinho says that you are "more than a player" and that you are surrounded by the younger players. You've been a role model in different clubs and on the national team for quite some time. Early in your career, who was your closest teammates and role models?

Zlatan: "I am just being me, and try to contribute with what I'm good at."

Southampton's Nathan Redmond got the spot beside you in this week's BBC top-eleven after your equalizer and overall performance against Watford. What do you think of him and the team you'll meet tomorrow?

Zlatan: "He's a good player who plays in a good team."

Tomorrow there's also the Olympic Final in Rio at Maracana. Sweden is in the final after eliminating both USA and Brazil. What are Sweden's chances against Germany, and is there anything you would like to say to them before the final?

Zlatan: "They'll win it. Just go for it like you've done so far."

 

UPCOMING GAME.

Manchester United-Soutnampton.

Premier League - Round 2.

Friday 19 August 2016 - 21.00 (CET).

Old Trafford, Manchester.

 

Source: Zlatan Unplugged.

 

2016.08.16 | Sky Sports

ELEVEN MINUTES OF IBRACADABRA POWER

Zlatan sat down with Sky Sports' Geoff Shreeves and talked about everything from Man Utd and winning to helping young players and scoring goals. Eleven minutes of Ibracadabra power.

 

Source: Sky Sports.

2016.08.14 | Zlatan Unplugged

ZLATAN THRILLED ABOUT HIS NEW FANS AFTER SCORING

Zlatan scored in his first Premier League-game to the visiting Man Utd-fans' joy. They sang the new Zlatan-chant all through the game and Ibra was happy after game.

 

Your first match in Premier League ended in a 3-1 win for Manchester United. What do you think of your first 90 minutes in the English top league?

Zlatan: "A good, high-tempo match."

 

In the 64th minute you scored 3-0, and received the United fans' cheers. Describe the goal and how it felt.

Zlatan: "A shot from long range. I just bow to the audience. What a kick you get out of them!"

 

You scored one goal and were involved in several dangerous situations. If you were to grade your performance, what would it be?

Zlatan: "Being a first match it felt good."

 

At your side today in the United offense were Juan Mata, Wayne Rooney, and Anthony Martial. What do you think of your collaboration?

Zlatan: "It worked well, and the collaboration will only get better with all of them."

 

Source: Zlatan Unplugged.

 

2016.08.14 | Bournemouth-Man Utd 1-3

SCORED HIS FIRST PREMIER LEAGUE-GOAL

Zlatan has arrived in England. He scored immediately in his first game and Manchester United beat Bournemouth 3-1 in the first Premier League-game of the season.

The Zlatan-effect was obvious, it couldn't have started better.

 

FULL GAME REPORT.

2016.08.13 | Zlatan Unplugged

TOMORROW ZLATAN MAKES HIS PREMIER LEAGUE-DEBUT

One day left to Zlatan's awaited debut in the English Premier League. Man Utd go to Bournemouth for the first PL-game of the season and Zlatan will start if nothing unexpected happens. Zlatan is unsurprisingly looking forward to the game.

 

It's finally time: Premier League starts again. What are your thoughts before your first match in England's beloved top league?

Zlatan: "I've been looking forward to the first match for weeks now..."

What do you think of the match tomorrow away against last year's newcomer Bournemouth, who ended up in sixteenth place in the league?

Zlatan: "I think every match will be very tough."

A few days ago, Manchester United sealed the deal with another new recruit of highest world class, Paul Pogba. What is your perception of the Frenchman, and what will he add to United?

Zlatan: "He will contribute with a great deal and continues to develop every day."

Premier League is known for being a league with many strong top teams who fight for the top positions year after year. Which teams do you see as the top competitors for the league title?

Zlatan: "Many are fighting for it!"

 

UPCOMING GAME.

Bournemouth-Manchester United.

Premier League - Round 1.

Sunday 14 August 2016 - 14.30 (CEST).

Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth.

 

Source: Zlatan Unplugged.

 

2016.08.12 | Sky Sports

ZLATAN ABOUT HIS REPUTATION AS "ARROGANT"

Zlatan has been interviewed by Sky Sports before Manchester United's first Premier League-game against Bournemouth on Sunday.

 

“I’m a normal person.”

“People have the image of me that I’m a bad boy; I’m this and I’m that. People are curious: How is this Zlatan?"

"I’m a family guy. I’m taking care of my family, but when I come on the pitch I’m a lion. That’s the big difference."

"I don’t believe I’m arrogant in the way that people think. I’m confident. I believe in myself. That’s not being arrogant. That’s something I believe is an individual strength in the human being."

"I have confidence and I believe in myself. I have a vision and I do everything. I work hard for it."

"I don’t believe that’s arrogant.”

Source: Sky Sports.

2016.08.11 | Premier League Build-up

ZLATAN MAKES HIS PREMIER LEAGUE-DEBUT ON SUNDAY

 

We are almost there. It's only 3 days left to Zlatan's Premier League-debut, Manchester United play the first game against Bournemouth away on Sunday.

 

CONFIDENDE FROM COMMUNITY SHIELD

Even though Man Utd didn't perform at their very best against Leicester in the Community Shield this Sunday, it's clear that the won trophy boosted the team's confidence and was a welcomed "bonus" before the league starts.

 

ZLATAN IN SHAPE

After only being part of Manchester United for little over a month, Ibra has already made his mark in his new club.

 

Scoring after only three minutes in his debut, playing well in his home debut and then deciding the first competitive game in Man Utd and immediately lifting silverware was exactly the start he needed so everything is not down to his performance in the game against Bournemouth.

 

His name is mentioned everywhere and nothing suggests that he hasn't fit in well in his new club, players are praising him left and right, as well as his new manager José Mourinho.

 

NEW TEAMMATE: PAUL POGBA

The other day it was finally official that Paul Pogna signed for Manchester United and it will be very interesting to see how Zlatan and the French powermidfielder get along and link up.

 

Pogba is an established worldclass player with many connecting points with Zlatan: • Juventus • Mino Raiola • France.

 

Pogba will not likely play against Bournemouth but surely the two will play the biggest parts in Manchester United's hunt for glory this season.

 

FIT MAN UTD-SQUAD

Manchester United doesn't have any injuries going into the Bournemouth-game, which is a blessing for José Mourinho. Centerback Chris Smalling is suspended, all other players are available.

 

It's unclear whether or not Mourinho's starting XI in the Community Shield is his first selection, but it's seems unlikely he makes alot of changes.

 

Starting XI against Leicester:

De Gea | Valencia - Bailly - Blind - Shaw | Carrick - Fellaini - Lingard - Rooney - Martial | Zlatan.

 

Bournemouth-Manchester United is played Sunday 14 August 14.30 CEST.

2016.08.07 | Zlatan Unplugged

ZLATAN DECIDED THE COMMUNITY SHIELD

 

Zlatan scored the gamewinning goal in his first competitive game for Manchester United and won his first title in his new club when United beat Leicester 2-1 in the Community Shield. He was naturally quite happy after the game.

 

 

The first title match for Manchester United is done. It ended in a win against a strong Leicester. What do you think of the match?

Zlatan: "Fantastic to get a win."

 

Jesse Lingard stood for a solo performance in the first half that resulted in a 1-0 lead. What do you think of your 23-year old teammate's performance?

Zlatan: "Very good, just as the whole team."

A new chapter in your career has begun. You have loads of titles, but this is your first British title. In addition you scored the deciding 2-1 goal. Tell us about the goal, and how it felt to score the winner at Wembley?

Zlatan: "It felt good, although I only got one chance."

 

 

Also watch the post-game interview with Zlatan:

 

Source: Zlatan Unplugged/youtube.com.

 

2016.08.07 | Leicester-Man Utd 1-2

DECIDED THE COMMUNITY SHIELD IN THE 83RD MINUTE

Zlatan has won his first title with Manchester United and he decided it himself.

He scored the gamewinning goal when Man Utd beat Leicester 2-1 and won the FA Community Shield. What an amazing start in his new club!

 

FULL GAME REPORT.

2016.08.03 | Man Utd-Everton 0-0

PLAYED 65 QUITE IMPRESSIVE MINUTES

 

Zlatan made his debut on his new home stadium Old Trafford in the Wayne Rooney Testimonial against Everton tonight.

 

He played 65 minutes and made a big impact on Manchester United's offensive and with a little bit of luck he could have scored. In the 25th minute he sucked in Rooney's cross and shot on Stekelenburg in Everton's goal but unfortunately was too much out of angle.

 

 

He linked up with Rooney several times in the first half and immediately showed his new home crowd what he's all about with little flicks, throughpasses and touches.

 

 

After a thousand substitutes he game slowed down alot in the second half and no team managed to score, the game ended 0-0.

 

This was the last pre-season friendly for Manchester United, the next game is the Community Shield against Leicester on Sunday.

 

Source: manutd.com.

2016.08.02 | Zlatan Unplugged

IBRA TO MAKE HIS HOME DEBUT ON OLD TRAFFORD

Zlatan scored after three minutes in his debut for Manchester United and tomorrow he makes his home debut, on the mighty Old Trafford.

 

Manchester United face Everton in a friendly match on Wednesday. How is Zlatan and are you playing tomorrow?

Zlatan: "I think everyone is. Feels good."

First game on your new home stadium Old Trafford. A classic venue, nicknamed "The Theatre of Dreams" and with a capacity of over 75,000 spectators. The feeling before the debut at Old Trafford?

Zlatan: "I've played there before. But it is a powerful stadium."

The game against Everton is a match where the revenue goes to Wayne Rooney Foundation. A fundraising foundation that helps organizations who in turn help children and youth with tough conditions. Have you had time to get to know this charitable side of your attacking colleague?

Zlatan: "A very good player who contributes a lot both on the field and off."

Everton come to visit with a new coach, Ronald Koeman who you previously had in Ajax. What do you think about the match tomorrow and Everton's prospects in the Premier League with Koeman as a coach?

Zlatan: "He has done well in the Premier League and will certainly do well with Everton."

UPCOMING GAME.

Manchester United-Everton.

Wayne Rooney Testimonial (friendly).

Wednesday 3 August 2016 - 21.00 (CEST).

Old Trafford, Manchester.

 

Source: Zlatan Unplugged.