Press conference at old trafford 4pm

CR7. · 09-12-2006, 03:15 PM

with david gill, sir alex ferguson and guess who else

wait for it....

Marcello LIPPI......either hes joining the staff or the board..who knows...hes sitting along side SAF at the game....will find out at 4pm

The Lick · 09-12-2006, 03:21 PM

should be interesting...

Livin G · 09-12-2006, 03:43 PM

Its a charity match, calm down

-close-

CR7. · 09-12-2006, 03:45 PM

OK man *sigh*

CR7. · 09-12-2006, 05:03 PM

'Europe XI to play Manchester United in jubilee charity match at Old Trafford'
At a press conference staged at Old Trafford in Manchester on Saturday afternoon, just after the local derby between Manchester United and Manchester City, plans to play a celebration match at the stadium were unveiled.
The event will mark two jubilees – and a marriage of two proposals which arrived at UEFA’s headquarters in Switzerland. The European Union tabled the idea of a match to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome which, on 25 March 1957, formally laid the foundations for a united Europe.
Manchester United then expressed a wish to commemorate the club’s 50 years of involvement in European competitions, notably the Champion Clubs’ Cup, known nowadays as the UEFA Champions League. United were the first English team to enter the competition and the story which was begun by Sir Matt Busby’s ‘Busby Babes’ in the 1956/57 season has run in parallel with the lifespan of the European Union. The club’s 50 years in Europe have coincided with the 50 years of the united Europe.
As a result, Old Trafford will be the setting for a match between Manchester United FC and a Europe XI featuring star players from UEFA’s member associations who have made contributions to the success of the UEFA Champions League. Any proceeds from the match will be used for charitable purposes under the umbrella of the Manchester United Foundation, with the emphasis on projects of lasting benefit for the future.
Marcello Lippi, world champion as the head coach of Italy last summer, has agreed to take the helm of the UEFA Select XI. “I accepted the invitation immediately,” he comments. “I’m delighted by the prospect of such a game and I am already looking forward to taking on my great friend Sir Alex Ferguson.” The Italian coach will select the European squad and will have UEFA’s Technical Director, Andy Roxburgh, as his assistant.
The jubilee match will be played on Tuesday 13 March, kicking-off at 21.00 CET (20.00 local time).
“I think this is an excellent way of combining two celebrations and commemorating the 50th birthday of the European Union,” comments UEFA’s Chief Executive, Lars-Christer Olsson. “It seems very appropriate to mark a political landmark with a sporting event like this, especially bearing in mind that Manchester United FC are one of the clubs who have made such a rich contribution to a football competition that, I think it’s fair to say, has also helped to bring the peoples of Europe closer together.”
Manchester United Chief Executive, David Gill, added: “This is the first major protect for the Manchester United Foundation. European nights at Old Trafford create a special buzz. Fans and players can feel the excitement these games generate. Manchester United is proud of the fact that it was the first English club to enter European competition and it is a privilege to be able to host such a special game.
"I’m sure the night will bring back many special memories of glorious nights of our past. Our thanks go to UEFA, the EU and the clubs and players that will take part in the event. We hope to raise a lot of money to benefit Europe’s young people from Old Trafford to Belgrade.”

CR7. · 09-12-2006, 05:19 PM

I thought we were gunna resign danny webber and lippi just had to be there....Oh well

..Jester.. · 09-12-2006, 06:08 PM

Sounds good...

ikkle_róméó · 11-12-2006, 11:50 AM

beckham back to o.t? lol

riz_nad · 11-12-2006, 12:02 PM

so.. when's this game??? any rumours on which players will be playing??

ikkle_róméó · 11-12-2006, 12:13 PM

first player confirmed on lipps eruo 11 is beck, united 11 will be made up off current players so no legends like keano, cantona or shmikes its on the 13th march i tink

riz_nad · 11-12-2006, 12:46 PM

skeen skeen (Y)

Livin G · 11-12-2006, 12:52 PM

Waste of time!

Which idiot came up with the idea of playing yet another game into the final run-in of the season. Genius.

Imy786 · 11-12-2006, 02:52 PM

I'll have to go to this!

Might as well see a few superstars in action, probably see Becks for the last time too.

Hope they get Ronaldinho.

CR7. · 11-12-2006, 04:11 PM

european born superstars....ronaldinho is not born in europe

riz_nad · 12-12-2006, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CCNA

european born superstars....ronaldinho is not born in europe

LOLLLLLL muhahahaha!!!

Imy786 · 13-12-2006, 03:34 PM

Knowing how the marketing men work I wouldnt be surprised if the likes of Ronaldinho turn up...you might be laughing too soon.

ikkle_róméó · 13-12-2006, 10:05 PM

^^^ well its too commerate europe becoming a united front so i doubt any none eu will be found in the euro 11

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CR7. J Join Date: May 2006 Age: 23 Posts: 4,246 My Mood:	'Europe XI to play Manchester United in jubilee charity match at Old Trafford' At a press conference staged at Old Trafford in Manchester on Saturday afternoon, just after the local derby between Manchester United and Manchester City, plans to play a celebration match at the stadium were unveiled. The event will mark two jubilees – and a marriage of two proposals which arrived at UEFA’s headquarters in Switzerland. The European Union tabled the idea of a match to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome which, on 25 March 1957, formally laid the foundations for a united Europe. Manchester United then expressed a wish to commemorate the club’s 50 years of involvement in European competitions, notably the Champion Clubs’ Cup, known nowadays as the UEFA Champions League. United were the first English team to enter the competition and the story which was begun by Sir Matt Busby’s ‘Busby Babes’ in the 1956/57 season has run in parallel with the lifespan of the European Union. The club’s 50 years in Europe have coincided with the 50 years of the united Europe. As a result, Old Trafford will be the setting for a match between Manchester United FC and a Europe XI featuring star players from UEFA’s member associations who have made contributions to the success of the UEFA Champions League. Any proceeds from the match will be used for charitable purposes under the umbrella of the Manchester United Foundation, with the emphasis on projects of lasting benefit for the future. Marcello Lippi, world champion as the head coach of Italy last summer, has agreed to take the helm of the UEFA Select XI. “I accepted the invitation immediately,” he comments. “I’m delighted by the prospect of such a game and I am already looking forward to taking on my great friend Sir Alex Ferguson.” The Italian coach will select the European squad and will have UEFA’s Technical Director, Andy Roxburgh, as his assistant. The jubilee match will be played on Tuesday 13 March, kicking-off at 21.00 CET (20.00 local time). “I think this is an excellent way of combining two celebrations and commemorating the 50th birthday of the European Union,” comments UEFA’s Chief Executive, Lars-Christer Olsson. “It seems very appropriate to mark a political landmark with a sporting event like this, especially bearing in mind that Manchester United FC are one of the clubs who have made such a rich contribution to a football competition that, I think it’s fair to say, has also helped to bring the peoples of Europe closer together.” Manchester United Chief Executive, David Gill, added: “This is the first major protect for the Manchester United Foundation. European nights at Old Trafford create a special buzz. Fans and players can feel the excitement these games generate. Manchester United is proud of the fact that it was the first English club to enter European competition and it is a privilege to be able to host such a special game. "I’m sure the night will bring back many special memories of glorious nights of our past. Our thanks go to UEFA, the EU and the clubs and players that will take part in the event. We hope to raise a lot of money to benefit Europe’s young people from Old Trafford to Belgrade.” IF HE DIES, HE DIES

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