Think the same happened last year with Leicester, flying 1st half of the season and limped home 2nd half.
Greenlizard0 Premier League Football Thread ** spoilers ** [25th - 26th January 2025]
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Its still Onana
Or Chelsea are poor with the worst keeper in the league.
Who is in turn BOGOF JosePoundshop Arteta
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Better at warming the bench?
I'm going to say... I miss Jose! He is top bants
What about Pulis?I'm going to say... I miss Jose! He is top bants
Brighton losing to Everton, makes our result last weekend look even worse.
Moyes the Messiah rolling it back
He had a great team around him.
But this man is a legend
Eric Cantona: The Legend Who Changed Manchester United Forever
The name Eric Cantona needs no introduction. In the summer of 1992, Blackburn Rovers smashed the British transfer record to sign Alan Shearer for £3.6 million. Meanwhile, Manchester United took a different path. That winter, they plucked a gem from their fierce rivals Leeds United for a modest £1.2 million. That gem was Eric Cantona. And what a signing it turned out to be.
The Signing That Changed Everything
When Cantona arrived, United were faltering in the 1992/93 season. But after his signing, the transformation was instant. United lost just twice for the rest of the season, clinching their first league title in 26 years. Cantona became the first player in history to win the English top division with two different clubs in consecutive seasons. His impact was seismic.
In the 1993/94 season, Cantona inherited the now-iconic No. 7 shirt. He scored 26 goals in all competitions, leading United to another league title, finishing 8 points ahead of Blackburn. He wasn’t just a player; he was the beating heart of the team.
The Kung Fu Kick: A Dark but Defining Moment
The 1994/95 season brought controversy. During a match against Crystal Palace, Cantona was sent off after being provoked by racial abuse from Richard Shaw. On his way to the tunnel, Cantona delivered his infamous kung fu kick to a Palace fan who had hurled insults at him. The incident shocked the football world.
Cantona was charged with assault, sentenced to two weeks in jail, and later released on bail. His sentence was replaced with 120 hours of community service, but the FA banned him from football for 8 months and fined him £30,000.
This was perhaps the most challenging period of his career. Frustrated, Cantona asked for his contract to be terminated, but after a fateful meeting with Sir Alex Ferguson, he stayed. The King wasn’t done yet.
Redemption and Glory
The 1995/96 season began with doubts. After an 8-month absence, Cantona struggled initially, but he proved why he was the King. United overturned a 12-point deficit to win the league. On the final day, they needed only to avoid defeat to claim the title, and Cantona delivered. He ended the season as the club’s top scorer with 14 goals.
In the FA Cup Final against Liverpool, it was Cantona who struck the winning volley, securing the double and becoming the first captain to lift a trophy outside the British Isles. His return wasn’t just triumphant, it was legendary.
The Final Chapter: Bowing Out on Top
In the 1996/97 season, Cantona was named club captain following Steve Bruce’s departure. United won the league again, their fourth title in five years. At just 30 years old, Cantona shocked the world by announcing his retirement.
Though his time at Old Trafford was short, his legacy is eternal. In just five seasons, Cantona redefined what it meant to wear the United shirt. His aura, vision, determination, and leadership laid the foundation for the club's dominance in the 1990s and beyond.
The Legacy of a Legend
Cantona’s contribution to MU's history transcends statistics. He wasn’t just a player, he was an artist, a leader, and a revolutionary. His mere presence elevated everyone around him. He instilled a winning mentality that became the bedrock of United’s success. Players like Keane, Giggs, and Beckham learned from him. And the United faithful will forever remember the swagger, the popped collar, and the brilliance of Eric Cantona.
Stats That Speak for Themselves
Premier League Titles: 4
FA Cup Titles: 2
Goals for United: 82 in 185 appearances
Key Assists & Magic Moments: Countless
Years at United: 5 (1992–1997)
Eric Cantona: A true Legend who redefined greatness at Manchester United.
A lot of noise around just now.
I do wonder if he's on his way
But this man is a legend
Eric Cantona: The Legend Who Changed Manchester United Forever
The name Eric Cantona needs no introduction. In the summer of 1992, Blackburn Rovers smashed the British transfer record to sign Alan Shearer for £3.6 million. Meanwhile, Manchester United took a different path. That winter, they plucked a gem from their fierce rivals Leeds United for a modest £1.2 million. That gem was Eric Cantona. And what a signing it turned out to be.
The Signing That Changed Everything
When Cantona arrived, United were faltering in the 1992/93 season. But after his signing, the transformation was instant. United lost just twice for the rest of the season, clinching their first league title in 26 years. Cantona became the first player in history to win the English top division with two different clubs in consecutive seasons. His impact was seismic.
In the 1993/94 season, Cantona inherited the now-iconic No. 7 shirt. He scored 26 goals in all competitions, leading United to another league title, finishing 8 points ahead of Blackburn. He wasn’t just a player; he was the beating heart of the team.
The Kung Fu Kick: A Dark but Defining Moment
The 1994/95 season brought controversy. During a match against Crystal Palace, Cantona was sent off after being provoked by racial abuse from Richard Shaw. On his way to the tunnel, Cantona delivered his infamous kung fu kick to a Palace fan who had hurled insults at him. The incident shocked the football world.
Cantona was charged with assault, sentenced to two weeks in jail, and later released on bail. His sentence was replaced with 120 hours of community service, but the FA banned him from football for 8 months and fined him £30,000.
This was perhaps the most challenging period of his career. Frustrated, Cantona asked for his contract to be terminated, but after a fateful meeting with Sir Alex Ferguson, he stayed. The King wasn’t done yet.
Redemption and Glory
The 1995/96 season began with doubts. After an 8-month absence, Cantona struggled initially, but he proved why he was the King. United overturned a 12-point deficit to win the league. On the final day, they needed only to avoid defeat to claim the title, and Cantona delivered. He ended the season as the club’s top scorer with 14 goals.
In the FA Cup Final against Liverpool, it was Cantona who struck the winning volley, securing the double and becoming the first captain to lift a trophy outside the British Isles. His return wasn’t just triumphant, it was legendary.
The Final Chapter: Bowing Out on Top
In the 1996/97 season, Cantona was named club captain following Steve Bruce’s departure. United won the league again, their fourth title in five years. At just 30 years old, Cantona shocked the world by announcing his retirement.
Though his time at Old Trafford was short, his legacy is eternal. In just five seasons, Cantona redefined what it meant to wear the United shirt. His aura, vision, determination, and leadership laid the foundation for the club's dominance in the 1990s and beyond.
The Legacy of a Legend
Cantona’s contribution to MU's history transcends statistics. He wasn’t just a player, he was an artist, a leader, and a revolutionary. His mere presence elevated everyone around him. He instilled a winning mentality that became the bedrock of United’s success. Players like Keane, Giggs, and Beckham learned from him. And the United faithful will forever remember the swagger, the popped collar, and the brilliance of Eric Cantona.
Stats That Speak for Themselves
Eric Cantona: A true Legend who redefined greatness at Manchester United.
A lot of noise around just now.
I do wonder if he's on his way
can't a fella be drinking on sunday morning without folk judging him