United must avoid Owen-like burnout with Greenwood: Ferdinand
4 years, 11 months ago

United must avoid Owen-like burnout with Greenwood: Ferdinand

The Hindu  

Manchester United must resist the urge to place too much importance on Mason Greenwood so early in his career because to do so could have lasting negative results similar to those suffered by Michael Owen, according to Rio Ferdinand. Greenwood broke into the United first-team squad last season and made three appearances, including a debut start in the defeat to Cardiff City on the final day. A recent injury to Marcus Rashford means he could find himself a more regular starter in the final months of the season, but former United captain Ferdinand is concerned over-reliance on Greenwood too early could see him suffering a decline like Owen. RELATED| Ferdinand is also concerned about Greenwood potentially being under too much pressure at United, particularly if he does take on a more important role with Rashford injured and Anthony Martial failing to convince in a central role.

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Manchester United decides against Greenwood return amid fans backlash
1 year, 4 months ago

Manchester United decides against Greenwood return amid fans backlash

The Hindu  

Manchester United released a statement on the decision against bringing Mason Greenwood back into the first-team squad in the face of increasing scrutiny from its supporters. It has therefore been mutually agreed that it would be most appropriate for him to do so away from Old Trafford, and we will now work with Mason to achieve that outcome.” Greenwood released …

Greenwood’s future remains uncertain after charges dropped
1 year, 11 months ago

Greenwood’s future remains uncertain after charges dropped

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — A year after his arrest, Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood is free to resume a soccer career that looked set to make him one of the biggest stars in the sport. The 21-year-old Greenwood, who also played for England’s national team, had charges of attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour and assault dropped by the Crown Prosecution …

Rio Ferdinand and Owen Hargreaves lavish praise on 'van Persie-like' Man United star Mason Greenwood
3 years, 1 month ago

Rio Ferdinand and Owen Hargreaves lavish praise on 'van Persie-like' Man United star Mason Greenwood

Daily Mail  

Rio Ferdinand has compared Manchester United star Mason Greenwood to iconic former striker Robin van Persie after the 20-year-old's starring role against Young Boys. And legendary former defender Ferdinand declared he 'loves' Greenwood, with fellow pundit Owen Hargreaves adding the United academy product is a 'diamond'. Pundits Rio Ferdinand and Owen Hargreaves lavished praise on Mason Greenwood The Manchester United …

Mason Greenwood's form makes him first choice at Manchester United, says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
4 years, 6 months ago

Mason Greenwood's form makes him first choice at Manchester United, says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Daily Mail  

Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood's scoring form has made it impossible to leave the teenager out of the starting line-up, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said. Greenwood scored his 16th goal in all competitions for United this season, and his fourth in his last three Premier League games, in their 3-0 victory over Aston Villa. Mason Greenwood has earned his …

The top 50 young players in Europe (50-41)
5 years ago

The top 50 young players in Europe (50-41)

Daily Mail  

The new year is an opportunity to look to the future and there is no better way of doing that than looking at the best young players in Europe. Mason Greenwood - 18 - Manchester United Gary Neville compared him to Robin van Persie when he scored against Everton recently and it's fair to say there's a bit of magic …

Mason Greenwood adds to Man United's woes with back injury
5 years, 3 months ago

Mason Greenwood adds to Man United's woes with back injury

The Hindu  

Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has pulled out of the England Under-21 squad due to injury. Wolves' Morgan Gibbs-White and Arsenal's Reiss Nelson have also pulled out of the England U-21 squad, with Swansea City's Sam Surridge and Ben Wilmot called up in their stead. Greenwood, who came on as a substitute in Sunday's 1-0 Premier League defeat to Newcastle …

Greenwood saves Man Utd from Astana shock
5 years, 3 months ago

Greenwood saves Man Utd from Astana shock

Hindustan Times  

Teenager Mason Greenwood rescued a much-changed Manchester United from an embarrassing start to their Europa League campaign with the only goal to beat Kazakh champions Astana 1-0 at Old Trafford on Thursday. “We always know that in and around the box he is one of the best finishers we have got,” said United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on Greenwood’s composure. …

Europa League: Michael Owen hails Manchester United hero Mason Greenwood
5 years, 3 months ago

Europa League: Michael Owen hails Manchester United hero Mason Greenwood

Daily Mail  

It was all eyes on Manchester United's youth players on Thursday night as they managed a 1-0 victory over Astana in their opening Europa League game. 17-year-old Mason Greenwood scored Manchester United's winning goal against Astana It was an excellent finish through the goalkeeper's legs to get his first senior goal for the club Michael Owen and Owen Hargreaves lavished …

Mason Greenwood steps up at Manchester United's finishing school ahead of Astana clash
5 years, 3 months ago

Mason Greenwood steps up at Manchester United's finishing school ahead of Astana clash

Daily Mail  

Mason Greenwood will be pitched into Europa League action on Thursday night, with manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer describing Manchester United's teenage striker as 'one of the best finishers I've ever seen'. Greenwood, 17, will make his second start for the first team as Solskjaer rings the changes for United's group opener against Kazakhstani champions Astana at Old Trafford. Mason Greenwood …

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