It's hard not to see United's and Liverpool's dominance like that of empires. For 20 years United has won the title 60% of the time, won the FA the most times, and continues to forge a strong European reputation. But there are obvious parallels with the Liverpool of the 1970s and 1980s, and a sense that nothing lasts forever.
Is United a club that is strong enough to withhold the eventual loss of SAF? By that I mean, are the culture and philosophy robust, is the academy competitive, do the coaching staff and scouting network have a leading edge?
Also will Fergie go upstairs when he retires? We all know how disasterous Matt Busby's time on the Board was for United. I think he should stay arm's-length.
My views? United will be fine, and can dominate (i.e. always top 3) for the next 20 years, unless they have a Hillsborough or Heysel moment (which let's be honest had a massive effect on LFC, particularly the European ban). United have established themselves thanks to nifty first mover advantage when the PL became all about money.They have a first-rate commercial machine, which will not be matched by the circus clowns of City and Chelsea
The Liverpool Plight
posted on 3/1/13
Which shows you didn't read the comment and thus your assertion that it's sensible is a fake thought.
posted on 3/1/13
WTF
That's probably why I thought the comment was sensible
posted on 3/1/13
Most sensible comment i have seen from a Utd fan.
posted on 3/1/13
United fans making a sensible comment - as if!
Siggy
posted on 3/1/13
Dr when your finished writing sensible comments my pills have run out
posted on 3/1/13
I think it is axiomatic that any cogent, rational remark indited on this forum is attributed to United fans: they are often the voice of reason.
However, i must applaud Dr's excellent analysis of the situation being discussed - he certainly articulated it better than i could ever dream of.
posted on 3/1/13
My point about the size of Old Trafford almost guaranteeing success is that, in this day and age where corporate revenue and other forms of income is so important, having such a big stadium will invariably put you one step ahead of your rivals.
Even if Fergie's successor is only half-decent, he'll still have at his disposal vast sums of money.
The Emirates Stadium will be Wenger's legacy and his successor will also have at his disposal substantial stadium revenue. Of course, much also depends on how the money is spent.
posted on 3/1/13
I thought you were at least 40
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posted on 3/1/13
You should take it as a compliment. Not many your age write so well and with such knowledge.
posted on 3/1/13
Yes, in case anyone's wondering, TOOR is my sock account that I use for praising myself and winding up Fred Bassett