daviebee Posted December 12, 2014 Share Posted December 12, 2014 The link for those who won't give these bastrds the benefit of a click - https://archive.today/gnihg. What a legend Darren Fletcher is. A credit to his family, nation and profession. A miracle he can kick a ball at all after all that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larky Masher Posted December 12, 2014 Share Posted December 12, 2014 https://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/blogs/pitchside-europe/darren-fletcher-opens-up-about-his-six-year-battle-with-illness-111317370.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magee89 Posted December 12, 2014 Share Posted December 12, 2014 What a guy. I know he didn't achieve much with Scotland, but surely one of our greatest players of all time both ability and personality wise. I know people always say that about Fletcher, but it really can't be over stated just how much of a professional this guy is. A true role model for any kid and / or aspiring football player. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark frae Crieff Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Guys look at it this way he was Ill and still pitched up for Scotland... His mental toughness let alone the physical part says all about the man... Who are we to pontificate give him time he will return to his former self . he is that sort of guy who will do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoltanBuchan Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 The link for those who won't give these bastrds the benefit of a click - https://archive.today/gnihg. What a legend Darren Fletcher is. A credit to his family, nation and profession. A miracle he can kick a ball at all after all that. Christ, that nearly brought tears to my eyes. I've always loved the man. Always sang Flower of Scotland, always turned up for Friendlies, and he gets dealt a shyte hand like that. Even though I completely reject the notion that footballers should be role models for kids, with the likes of him and Naismith, we do have a couple of good ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest allyc Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 No he is a decent footballer who never really made an impact at Scotland level,who became struck with down with debilitating illness.he deserves credit for coming back to fitness.but he was never a legend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mox Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 No he is a decent footballer who never really made an impact at Scotland level,who became struck with down with debilitating illness.he deserves credit for coming back to fitness.but he was never a legend Spot on. He was/is a decent player, I don't question his commitment to the national team, but am not gonna get misty eyed and pretend he's Riquelme. His level is probably lower end of the premiership. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannannan Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 all I can say is count his medals.nobody has suggested he is a "Riquelme"but he was an extremely good worker for a great United era.If Riquelme had Darren's attitude he would maybe have become a legend,instead of an underachiever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 I was agreeing with you about the not returning to his past form part! :-) Think its jst the way i read it. Appologies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeLuvIrnBru Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 Spot on. He was/is a decent player, I don't question his commitment to the national team, but am not gonna get misty eyed and pretend he's Riquelme. His level is probably lower end of the premiership. And that is why he was so consistent in a very good Manchester United team for a number of years before his illness? Lower premiership, maybe now, but in the past, never! Legend? Not quite, but not far away.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest allyc Posted December 15, 2014 Share Posted December 15, 2014 (edited) Paul lambert played for Borussia dormund and won the champions league..doesn't make him a legend either.Barry Ferguson was by far the best midfielder we have had in recent times. Edited December 15, 2014 by allyc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunchy Posted December 15, 2014 Share Posted December 15, 2014 If I was to call him legend it would be for his commitment to scotland. He my not have been the best midfielder we had in dark blue but just look at the way he would turn up at squad get togethers when not included in the squad just so he could help out in the training. Wouldn't be surprised if he offered to clean the boots just so he could be there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoltanBuchan Posted December 15, 2014 Share Posted December 15, 2014 Paul lambert played for Borussia dormund and won the champions league..doesn't make him a legend either.Barry Ferguson was by far the best midfielder we have had in recent times. Disagree. Ferguson was certainly more creative, but there's more than one type of midfielder. Lambert was better in his midfield role than Ferguson was in his. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest allyc Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 In truth neither would have been fit to lace the likes of Gary macs or Jc's jockstraps... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jagtag Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 (edited) Double post Edited December 16, 2014 by Jagtag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jagtag Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 No he is a decent footballer who never really made an impact at Scotland level,who became struck with down with debilitating illness.he deserves credit for coming back to fitness.but he was never a legend. And there lies the problem with most people who watch scottish football. What makes a legend? Someone who plays for the OF, scores the winning goal in the cup final? For me it is someone who hasn't had it easy but instead of complaining about it he fights, inspires and is always there to help and assist others to be the best they can. It's called life. Much more important than football. Legend is very appropriate I'd say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannannan Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 And there lies the problem with most people who watch scottish football. What makes a legend? Someone who plays for the OF, scores the winning goal in the cup final? For me it is someone who hasn't had it easy but instead of complaining about it he fights, inspires and is always there to help and assist others to be the best they can. It's called life. Much more important than football. Legend is very appropriate I'd say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest allyc Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 Very poetic... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParisInAKilt Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 His level is probably lower end of the premiership. Now or in the past? If the past then that's nonsense and an almost typical Scottish attitude. He was an important Utd player for several seasons Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the Sunnylaw Jag Posted December 19, 2014 Share Posted December 19, 2014 (edited) Just been demoted from his vice captain role; he needs to move now. http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/30557819 Edited December 19, 2014 by the Sunnylaw Jag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
er yir macaroon Posted December 19, 2014 Share Posted December 19, 2014 In truth neither would have been fit to lace the likes of Gary macs or Jc's jockstraps... Collins is over rated by many. He was a good player but not as good as Barry Ferguson, McStay or McAllister. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannannan Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Just been demoted from his vice captain role; he needs to move now. http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/30557819 Jep,no chance of regular games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gala Tartan Army (Borders) Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Pretty disrespectful of van gaal I think to demote fletcher from vice captain in favour of Carrick. Shows also he isn't in van gaal's plans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goozay Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Pretty disrespectful of van gaal I think to demote fletcher from vice captain in favour of Carrick. Shows also he isn't in van gaal's plans. Disagree that it's disrespectful. It's football. Carrick is an experienced player who's return from an injury has seen Man Utd go on a winning run of games. I think Fletcher needs a move now, I thought at the start of the season he should stay and fight for his place but a move like Phil Neville or Nicky Butt when they left Man Utd would seem good for him. Unfortunately I can't see him moving abroad, that would be an even better move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannannan Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 Hooked at half time ,not a good sign especially as their whole midfield was rubbish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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