Quotes about Manchester

I don't know any Londoners 'cos I'm from Manchester. Votes: 4

I'm not at Manchester United to keep everyone happy. Votes: 4

Growing up, I supported Manchester United, and my hero was Mark Hughes. Votes: 4

Both Chelsea and Manchester United will be challenging for the Premiership title next season. Votes: 4

In the end, very little gets in the way of what Manchester United wants to do. Votes: 4

There is no doubt that I would have won more honours had I signed for Manchester United as a youngster. Votes: 4

I always planned to retire when I was at the top and at Manchester United I have reached the pinnacle of my career. Votes: 4

My early ambitions were the same as they are now - to play for Manchester United. I was, and still am, football mad. Votes: 4

I'm a Chelsea season-ticket holder, and I've supported them for 37 years, so any judgment of Manchester United by me is seen as biased. Votes: 4

Two of my boys are Manchester United fans; one is an Arsenal fan. Whenever there is a game I can take the boys to, I love taking them. Votes: 4

Dalton's records, carefully preserved for a century, were destroyed during the World War II bombing of Manchester. It is not only the living who are killed in war. Votes: 4

I like it in Manchester. I thought it was going to be much colder, but it is not too bad. And my wife and son are happy here, too. Votes: 4

John Dalton's records, carefully preserved for a century, were destroyed during the World War II bombing of Manchester. It is not only the living who are killed in war. Votes: 4

Manchester is a city which has witnessed a great many stirring episodes, especially of a political character. Generally speaking, its citizens have been liberal in their sentiments, defenders of free speech and liberty of opinion. Votes: 4

A lot of them want to come and play for Manchester United. They want to play because Alex has a record of giving youth a chance and we have the history and heritage of Manchester United. Votes: 4

I think there's a lot of things that need fixing at Manchester United apart from David Moyes, but in this business, you also realize the head coach is always going to be the first to go, unfortunately. Votes: 4

We had to support our player and genuinely felt, like Rio has said, that it was an honest mistake. It is important to know that Manchester United never said, and Rio Ferdinand never said, that a mistake hadn't been made. Votes: 4

The high point of my career was winning the Champions League. No one will ever erase that from my memory, in the same way that no one will ever erase the fact that I did it in a Manchester United shirt. Votes: 4

Manchester United could have any goalkeeper in the world. I was a 23-year-old kid from New Jersey who, from an early age, had to cope with Tourette's Syndrome, a brain disorder that can trigger speech and facial tics, vocal outbursts and obsessive compulsive behavior. Votes: 4

I don't dislike rappers or hip-hop or people who like it. I went to the Def Jam tour in Manchester in the '80s when rap was inspirational. Public Enemy were awesome. But it's all about status and bling now, and it doesn't say anything to me. Votes: 4

I have been a Manchester United fan all my life and fulfilled every dream I've ever had. I am disappointed that my playing days are at an end. However, it comes to us all and it's knowing when that time is and for me that time is now. Votes: 4

I remember the '70s constantly being winter in Manchester and the Irish community in Manchester closing ranks because of the IRA bombings in Birmingham and Manchester, and you know the bin-workers' strike, all wrapped up in it... They were violent times. Violence at home and violence at football matches. Votes: 4

Sarcasm is a Manchester trait. Votes: 3

Manchester City are defending like beavers Votes: 3

Manchester's got everything except a beach. Votes: 3

The country life near Manchester I really love. Votes: 3

Manchester has a certain reputation of being cool. Votes: 3

This is Manchester, we do things differently here Votes: 3

I love the pressure of managing Manchester United Votes: 3

I found leaving Manchester United very, very hard. Votes: 3

All they can talk about is Manchester United. Votes: 3

I am a great fan of Manchester United. Votes: 3

It never rains in Manchester, but it pours Votes: 3

Rooney's good but not the best in Manchester. Votes: 3

Manchester is the belly and guts of the nation Votes: 3

We will go back to playing like Manchester United. Votes: 3

They (the press) have a hatred of Manchester United. Votes: 3

Manchester United is stronger than anybody in the world. Votes: 3

It's a shame the Manchester United situation turned sour. Votes: 3

Welbeck is not the standard required at Manchester United. Votes: 3

And now International Soccer Special, Manchester United v Southampton Votes: 3

Certainly Manchester is the most wonderful city of modem times. Votes: 3

The thing about Manchester is...it all comes from here Votes: 3

Steve Jobs was Apple; Sir Alex Ferguson is Manchester United, Votes: 3

Let's be honest. We're not Manchester United or Arsenal, are we? Votes: 3

My theory on Manchester and why it produces the bands it Votes: 3

My toughest opponent? Scholes of Manchester. He is the complete midfielder. Votes: 3

The Manchester Derby is bigger and more important than El Classico. Votes: 3

The Premier club in the Premier League - that is Manchester United! Votes: 3

Manchester United will be hoping their bench can come off the bench Votes: 3

We may not be in Manchester but we will always be united Votes: 3

I'm home. I hope the Manchester United fans forgive me for being late. Votes: 3

Living in Manchester was like living on the moon... wherever that might be Votes: 3

Neil Sullivan has stopped absolutely everything have thrown at him...Wimbledon 1, Manchester United 1. Votes: 3

The shortest way out of Manchester is notoriously a bottle of Gordon's gin. Votes: 3

Chelsea are the team who can break the Arsenal and Manchester United monopoly. Votes: 3

It gave the title to Manchester City - it's as simple as that. Votes: 3

I'm honoured to have been selected to be the Labour candidate for Manchester Central. Votes: 3

The most beautiful sight in football is too watch Manchester United chase a game. Votes: 3

Manchester, one of the greatest, if not really the greatest mere village in England. Votes: 3

My parents are from Manchester but I was brought up in London, Camden Town. Votes: 3

Football is all about sentiment; if it weren't then we'd all support Manchester United. Votes: 3

Winning the Ballon d'Or never bothered me. I just wanted to play for Manchester United. Votes: 3

I miss Manchester, especially the apple crumble and custard they served at Carrington after training. Votes: 3

Manchester United are substituting Blomqvist for Giggs just to bring more legs into the game. Votes: 3

I was surprised we were playing in Manchester and have a referee from Greater Manchester. Votes: 3

Manchester United are looking to Frank Stapleton to pull some magic out of the fire. Votes: 3

What do you think of Manchester Uniteds three Rs - Rooney, Ronaldo and van Nistelrooy? Votes: 3

Manchester United will always be a competitor, just because of the very size of them. Votes: 3

When I appeared in 'Coronation Street,' I lived in Manchester and enjoyed it very much. Votes: 3

Our number one opponents are not Liverpool, Arsenal or Manchester United. It is ourselves at Chelsea. Votes: 3

Manchester United have, since 1991, conquered Europe about as successfully as Head and Shoulders has conquered dandruff Votes: 3

I think his team are mirroring Stuart Pearce as the player he was. (on Manchester City) Votes: 3

After watching Watford against Manchester City last night that was like a bubblebath. It was beautiful. Votes: 3

The little boy inside me was screaming 'Manchester United'. United breathes football... the perfect match for me. Votes: 3

I went to India with UNICEF in connection with Manchester United to raise money for children's education. Votes: 3

If I was to transfer abroad at some stage, then it would only be to Manchester United Votes: 3

I would like to live in Manchester, England. The transition between Manchester and death would be unnoticeable. Votes: 3

I have no desire whatsoever to desecrate the grave of seminal Manchester pop group the Stone Roses. Votes: 3

We like annoying people. It's a Manchester thing. It's a trait. We just like pissing people off. Votes: 3

I spent most of my youth in Manchester, in clubs and football grounds and the Manchester Apollo. Votes: 3

I never wanted Manchester United to be second to anybody. Only the best would be good enough. Votes: 3

If someone states that Ajax played a negative game then maybe we are smarter than Manchester City. Votes: 3

Arsenal are streets ahead of everyone in this league and Manchester United are up there with them. Votes: 3

Sometimes we're the big game in town. Other times, we're kind of a side show. (on Manchester City) Votes: 3

Manchester has everything but good looks..., the only place in England which escapes our characteristic vice of snobbery. Votes: 3

I want to help Manchester United win the Premier League and become the best player in the world. Votes: 3

I think he [Sir Alex Ferguson] may have even surpassed the achievements of Matt Busby for Manchester United. Votes: 3

Regardless of whether it is playing for your school team or playing for Manchester United, winning is great. Votes: 3

It's a blue-collar city [Manchester] that's transitioning into a white collar place and people are getting priced out. Votes: 3

I like Manchester, Birmingham. I really find this place very nice. Loved Australia. I thought that was awesome. Votes: 3

The whole city [Manchester] just a real rock music vibe. It reminded me a lot of where I'm from. Votes: 3

If you aren't the chairman of Manchester United, Real Madrid or AC Milan, I'll get back to you later. Votes: 3

Manchester City are built on sand and I don't mean that because their owners are from the Arab countries. Votes: 3

It is with great regret that I have to inform Manchester City of my wish to leave the club. Votes: 3

Manchester City have been in the doldrums for a while, they came up and went straight back down again. Votes: 3

Paul Scholes is my favourite player. He epitomises the spirit of Manchester United and everything that is good about football. Votes: 3

Arsenal and Manchester United play the best football. They're not happy with one goal, they want to win by three. Votes: 3

Manchester United might not win Premier League every year, but we'd always be up there competing for it every year. Votes: 3

I remember seeing Eric Cantona play for Manchester United. The way he used to control games was special to watch. Votes: 3

If you're going to win the Premier League, you're going to have to finish ahead of Chelsea and Manchester City. Votes: 3

It'll be nice to know that every gallon of petrol a Manchester United fan buys is going into our kitty. Votes: 3

Yes, I thought I was joining Manchester United, I was misled by all involved. I wasnt aware of another Manchester team Votes: 3

Manchester United is still in my heart. Disappointed they didn't win the title but they are still the kings of Premier League. Votes: 3

Now Manchester United are 2-1 down on aggregate, they are in a better position than when they started the game at 1-1. Votes: 3

We had been getting some bad results, now it is up to us to make up the ground and catch Manchester United. Votes: 3

There have only been two world-class goalkeepers. One was Lev Yashin, the other was the German boy who played for Manchester City. Votes: 3

I just want to get in the team and show all of them what I can do. (on signing for Manchester united) Votes: 3

Paul Jewell's sides are always hard to break down, although Manchester United have a habit of breaking his sides down pretty easily. Votes: 3

The one thing that's hurt in my career is people saying I don't want to come out of Manchester to fight people. Votes: 3

Remember every team wants to beat Chelsea, probably even more than Manchester United or Arsenal because they believe we have an unfair advantage. Votes: 3

When I think football, I think Manchester United. I still support United and always will. I will die with them in my heart. Votes: 3

Stuart is good for Manchester City. It is not hard to see his passion for the game, and his commitment. (on Stuart Pearce) Votes: 3

What do I think of the reverse sweep? It's like Manchester United getting a penalty and Bryan Robson taking it with his head Votes: 3

I liked the Paul Ince and Roy Keane partnership Manchester United had. They would have been my team had I moved to England. Votes: 3

In all modesty, my summing up of 1955-6 and 1956-7 must be that no club in the country could live with Manchester United. Votes: 3

I am ready to work, I am ready for this job and I am ready for this challenge. (on being Manchester City manager) Votes: 3

I belonged to Stratford Children's Theater when I was a boy growing up in Manchester. Even then, I was always doing character parts. Votes: 3

Manchester Youth theater, then the National Student Theater Company, and later, my degree course, all helped form my love of telling stories and directing. Votes: 3

I want them to be fully committed to the work place and fully committed to the people they work for. (on Manchester City players) Votes: 3

I look at what is happening with Ryan Giggs at Manchester United now and I am dismayed that Liverpool are letting that experience leave, Votes: 3

Why anyone would want to leave Everton is beyond me anyway. Even for Manchester United, Chelsea or anyone. This is the place to be. Votes: 3

I will be gutted if Roy does go because I would far rather he stayed at Old Trafford. (on Roy Keane leaving Manchester United) Votes: 3

I don't follow football, I just love the name Aston Villa. Here in England you have other footballing entities like Manchester and Arsenal and Chelsea Votes: 3

If you want me to rule out ever being Manchester United manager, I can't. Special clubs need special managers, so in theory it could work. Votes: 3

I have family dotted everywhere - Dad's in California; I've got aunts in Scotland and Virginia; family in Kansas City; family in Manchester and London. Votes: 3

All I can do is assess the value from Manchester United perspective. Whatever Chelsea do, they may have a different criteria, and different financial assets. Votes: 3

I understand the intensity of the supporters. I wonder how they could turn up for work on Monday morning after we lost 5-1 to Manchester City. Votes: 3

At Performa in New York, there are a lot of commissions, but Manchester Festival is the only festival where everything is fully produced by the festival. Votes: 3

When you join this club as a young player you know you've got a mountain to climb to get yourself into the first team. (on Manchester United) Votes: 3

Out of everyone at Manchester United, I would pick out Scholes, he is the best midfielder of his generation. I would had loved to play alongside him. Votes: 3

In 1905, I was privileged to be given a place in the private laboratory of my revered teacher, Professor W. H. Perkin, Jr. at the University of Manchester. Votes: 3

Both 'The Wire' and 'Queer as Folk' had a big scope. They were panoramas, telling ambitious stories about two cities, Baltimore and Manchester, for the first time. Votes: 3

There are people who have been in this job for 20 years who will tell you that something new crops up every day. (on being Manchester City manager) Votes: 3

Scholes is the best English player. Intelligence, technique, strength... all the attributes are there. At Manchester United I saw what he could do on the training field. Phew! Votes: 3

There is no evidence that changing your managers repeatedly leads to success, but there is evidence at Manchester United, I was managing there for 26 years I won 38 trophies. Votes: 3

I've seen teams spend £150 million and get nowhere near the Champions League. It has taken Manchester City a billion to get there. There are no guarantees. Votes: 3

I'm no longer thinking of Madrid. That dream is dead. The only thing I dream about now is Manchester United and winning the Champions League again in Rome. Votes: 3

We once went 13 games without winning. There's always pressure here. Winning is always important here. How do you handle yourself and compose yourself is important. (on Manchester United) Votes: 3

Today's top players only want to play in London or for Manchester United. That's what happened when I tried to sign Alan Shearer and he went to Blackburn. Votes: 3

You look at Man United and Liverpool, and they are red - they are much more successful and have a bigger fan base than Chelsea or Manchester City. Votes: 3

We are about creating a new wave of talent. We are the Manchester United of kitchens now. Am I playing full-time in the kitchen? I am a player-coach. Votes: 3

I've turned down Barcelona, Inter Milan, Juventus and Manchester United to play here. I hope everyone already knows how much it means to me to play for Newcastle United. Votes: 3

To think that the new economy is over is like somebody in London in 1830 saying the entire industrial revolution is over because some textile manufacturers in Manchester went broke. Votes: 3

Over the last 15 years or so, Manchester has undergone huge transformation - from a city in decline and on its knees to one that is growing, vibrant and confident. Votes: 3

I have a big job on my hands now, there is no mistaking that, but I feel as though I have calmness within myself. (on being Manchester City manager) Votes: 3

I think now, more than anytime I can remember, bands are sounding pretty similar whether they're English or American, from Manchester or London... or Leeds or Welsh or Irish. Votes: 3

Exeter City's trip to Old Trafford will be a great day for their fans but that is about it - they won't get the result they want against Manchester United. Votes: 3

I moved to Manchester to join a band and ended up getting into acting, and I moved back to London to become an actor and ended up joining a band. Votes: 3

You know Manchester is always a bit of a hard place for people coming from London, just with all the history. Manchester has this immensely huge and healthy history musically. Votes: 3

Manchester United breathe football. When I have to make hard decisions, I always listen to little boy inside me and what he wants. That little boy was screaming for United. Votes: 3

It's a special club. It's got history. When I slip on the Manchester United shirt, it's like I'm wearing its past. So you have to sacrifice yourself for this club. Votes: 3

United could soon overtake Arsenal as the chief threat to Chelsea, and defiant Keane vowed: We will keep fighting to the end. We are Manchester United, that is what we do. Votes: 3

I was involved in school plays, but when I left school I did a couple of odd jobs as a baker's apprentice and then as a fruit market porter in Manchester. Votes: 3

In England, they say that Manchester is the city of rain. It's main attraction is considered to the timetable at the railway station, where trains leave for other, less rainy cities. Votes: 3

At this club, all I see is great backing all the way down for me and I will be judged on results like the next man. (on being Manchester City manager) Votes: 3

I was involved in school plays, but when I left school I did a couple of odd jobs as a baker's apprentice and then as a fruit market porter in Manchester Votes: 3

If I should be so blessed as to revisit again my own country, but more especially Manchester, all that I could hope or desire would be presented before in one view. Votes: 3

When Blur first started and we were playing Manchester the Hacienda was the place to go. That was where a lot of exciting stuff was happening and London was pretty dead. Votes: 3

I know the city and the club, and I can tell you that when you play for Manchester United at Old Trafford, you no longer need to see the sunshine every day. Votes: 3

If you look around world, the great brands are Real Madrid, Manchester United. The Yankees, the Cowboys and the Lakers are there. We should aspire with the Maple Leafs to be there. Votes: 3

A poor woman from Manchester, on being taken to the seaside, is said to have expressed her delight on seeing for the first time something of which there was enough for everybody. Votes: 3

I don't expect to see them in the top six but I think of all the teams that have come up in previous seasons, I think Manchester City are the biggest club. Votes: 3

In course of time the Brothers Cowper removed the manufacture of their printing machines from London, to Manchester. There they found skilled and energetic workmen, ready to carry their plans into effect. Votes: 3

I remember taking my demo to every dance person in London. People were like, 'We don't know what this is!' The first people to champion me were a club in Manchester. Votes: 3

Maybe one small regret is that I never got to play with Paul Scholes - but I was never going to leave Barcelona and he was never going to leave Manchester United. Votes: 3

Manchester was a fantastic place to go out in. There were 10 clubs with world-class cabaret and comedians. You'd go in and Tom Jones might be singing, or Shirley Bassey or Engelbert Humperdinck. Votes: 3

All I do know is that I'll never be able to achieve what Tommy Docherty did, and that is take Aston Villa into the third division and Manchester United into the second division Votes: 3

That first group of Manchester players allowed me to enjoy coaching at a very young age that motivated me to do it. If it wasn't good, I might have made a career change. Votes: 3

Team GB's success at the Beijing Olympics can, in part, be said to have been made in Manchester. For example, all the cycling medal winners trained at Manchester's velodrome, the National Cycling Centre. Votes: 3

One of my dreams is to become sufficiently famous that I can play this charity match that happens every year or two with celebrities at Old Trafford, at the house of Manchester United. Votes: 3

Playing for Manchester United is something that most people want and very few people do - but there is no harm in having a dream as long as you are realistic with it. Votes: 3

As long as we are successful on the pitch, then I will be here-unless Manchester United put in a call. But I don't think Sir Alex Ferguson is planning to step down just yet! Votes: 3

There has been a lot of expectation on Manchester City and with the spending they have done they have to win something. Sometimes you have a noisy neighbor and have to live with it. Votes: 3

I'm no respecter of tradition and I have no time for the Manchester Uniteds and Arsenals of this world. There's nothing to admire in these clubs. They're just bullshit worlds full of bullshit people. Votes: 3

I grew up in Manchester, and we were very poor. My father was a miner who joined the Navy during the war and developed a lung disease and had to have a lung removed. Votes: 3

I think nowadays Manchester United is more competitive than it's ever been. Obviously, over the last one or two decades, they've always had one challenger or two challengers maybe, whether it be Arsenal or Chelsea. Votes: 3

People in south Manchester overwhelming want to be able to recycle more than they currently can - especially cardboard and plastics - and want more frequent and accessible collections, particularly for those living in flats. Votes: 3

We can talk about Manchester! I like coming here, it's a wicked city. It's my second favourite city in England after London. I like Liverpool too but there's a lot more to do in Manchester. Votes: 3

When I look back now I wouldn't say that I cringe, but I start to realize how naive I was then. I feel much better suited for the job now. (on being Manchester City manager) Votes: 3

I will never forget how I have been treated here by the fans, the club and the owners, and nothing would give me greater pleasure than to finish my career as a Manchester City player. Votes: 3

Real Madrid are like a rabbit in the glare of the headlights in the face of Manchester United's attacks. But this rabbit comes with a suit of armour in the shape of two precious away goals. Votes: 3

Mandela was true to himself, to his people and his principles. He sacrificed everything because he was prepared to be true to his ideals. You can relate to him whether you come from Manchester or Soweto. Votes: 3

I staggered into a Manchester bar late one night on a tour and the waitress said "You look as if you need a Screaming Orgasm". At the time this was the last thing on my mind... Votes: 3

Manchester has it's own pride and London has it's sort of pride and sometimes we can be a bit mean to each other, but I think if we dig the music we can get on really well. Votes: 3

They (Bayern Munich) lost in the semi-finals of the Champions League to Real Madrid last year, and the year before that were beaten in the final by Manchester United, so their European pedigree is second to none. Votes: 3

All of us at Juventus agreed Manchester United were the best side we met in the Champions League. They have so many talented young players and can only get better and better. Giggs is truly world class Votes: 3

The [nineteenth-century] young men who were Puritans in politics were anti-Puritans in literature. They were willing to die for the independence of Poland or the Manchester Fenians; and they relaxed their tension by voluptuous reading in Swinburne. Votes: 3

I feel close to the rebelliousness of the youth here. Perhaps time will seperate us , but nobody can deny that here, behind the windows of Manchester, there is an insane love of football, of celebration and of music. Votes: 3

I've missed London so much for its fashion. No disrespect to the girls in Manchester, but some really do look like clones - there's a lot of hair extensions and fake tans. You're free to experiment down here. Votes: 3

A band that we supported called Blackfish in Manchester, played the most insane gig I've ever been to. Everything was set on fire, and then they came on and played one of the coolest gigs I've ever seen. Votes: 3

The shot Irishmen will now take their places beside Emmet and the Manchester Martyrs in Ireland, and beside the heroes of Poland and Sérbia and Belgium in Europe; and nothing in heaven or earth can prevent it. Votes: 3

I know how hard it will be to follow the best manager ever, but the opportunity to manage Manchester United isn't something that comes around very often and I'm really looking forward to taking up the post next season. Votes: 3

In last year's local elections in Manchester a third of those who voted did so by post. It's not just that people are choosing to get postal votes, but having one makes it much more likely that they'll vote. Votes: 3

I grew up in a wood cabin on Puget Sound in Manchester, Wash. My family taught me to appreciate the arts and the outdoors, and I still yearn for the absolute silence I experienced there when I was young. Votes: 3

When I was at Manchester, where there was a modern swimming pool, I was looked on as a great man, not for so trivial a reason as being an FRS, but because I used to dive off a five-metre board. Votes: 3

In Birmingham, Manchester or Liverpool there are white gangs that share the same backgrounds - they come from broken homes, completely dysfunctional, mums for the most part unable to cope, the fathers of these kids completely not in the scene. Votes: 3

Manchester United? That's not an option. I am staying at Bayern Munich. Period. I had a great time under Van Gaal at Bayern, he has been very important for my career but I am very happy at my current club. Votes: 3

Now let me say that Matt Busby was a great manager and Manchester United wouldn't be where they are without him. He was a god at the club, but he wasn't a god to me. Football is like that sometimes. Votes: 3

Even though one of them is about an Edinburgh junkie and ones a little boy of eight in Manchester, you want them to always portray their world in such a vivid way that the audience can disappear inside the story. Votes: 3

If I had a Paul Scholes in my team, everything would be around him. At Manchester United, they saw it like that, but I think Paul Scholes is one of the best I've played against in this league, and seen anywhere. Votes: 3

I think we have really integrated well around Manchester. This is the place where we feel at home. We like it here, we love the English way of life and we prefer it much, much more than the south of Europe. Votes: 3

I used to be mouthy. It was all to do with being a northerner and from Manchester, which was suddenly a big deal when I was in my 20s. When I read some of the interviews I did back then, I cringe. Votes: 3

Manchester City, the club and the fans, they were amazing. But I'm sorry, the city wasn't that nice. I was all the time at home, and I didn't enjoy it. It was raining all the time. I was a little bit upset. Votes: 3

I have always considered myself to be very fortunate. To play for the biggest club in the world, which also happens to be the team I supported as a boy, means I have never had to consider changing away from Manchester United. Votes: 3

I can tell you why I like different countries. Ireland - some of the funniest heckles I've ever gotten. And the last time I did England I did Bristol, Manchester, and then London. The whole country is just amazing to drive through. Votes: 3

I grew up in Manchester in a big Irish family - there are seven of us in all - so my life has always been about role-playing, about doing anything for a laugh. I'm always joking about; that's the way I am. Votes: 3

It's a great honour to be asked to be the next manager of Manchester United. I am delighted that Sir Alex saw fit to recommend me for the job. I have great respect for everything he has done and for the football club. Votes: 3

I can remember certain Manchester United defeats the way most people remember family bereavements or great political events. The four-nil drubbing by Barcelona, the failure to score against West Ham, the New Year's Day calamity at home to Spurs, the mauling by Middlesborough. Votes: 3

Most of all, I love Manchester. The crumbling warehouses, the railway arches, the cheap abundant drugs. That's what did it in the end. Not the money, not the music, not even the guns. That is my heroic flaw: my excess of civic pride. Votes: 3

I would have been about seven years old when the formative years of my competitive football education began. I was playing in the local leagues around Manchester, playing against lads from tough areas who had been taught they had to fight for everything. Votes: 3

I'm very happy at City, very happy since the day I came. I knew that the project was good, and in my head, there is nothing else but Manchester City, so how long I'm going to be at City is just never a question. Votes: 3

Manchester United could have any goalkeeper in the world. I was a 23-year-old kid from New Jersey who, from an early age, had to cope with Tourettes Syndrome, a brain disorder that can trigger speech and facial tics, vocal outbursts and obsessive compulsive behavior. Votes: 3

These are tough times and under this Tory-led government many people in Manchester are suffering and getting left behind. If elected I will use all my energy, skills, experience and knowledge to stand up for our communities and get things done for the better. Votes: 3

Yes, Manchester United are the best team in England, but you have to ask how good has the Premier League been since I left? If I was at a top club in England I think the title race might have been a lot closer this year. Votes: 3

I'm from Manchester, Mass., so it was lobster, lobster and more lobster! Also, lots of fish that we caught in the summers, clam chowder and roast beef sandwiches. But my mom was pretty healthy; we had a lot of chicken and broccoli and rice as well. Votes: 3

My dad was a football player - a soccer player - for Manchester United, and I loved playing football, but I also happened to be the guy in class who was pretty good at sight reading. My teacher gave me scripts, and I was very comfortable. Votes: 3

I was working as a secretary in Manchester and thought I would always do that. Then I got this letter offering me a two-year fellowship where I could write; they would pay me a salary and give me a flat to live in. It was heaven. Votes: 3

I once bought a Manchester United hat, which I think was 12 shillings, and somebody ran up behind me and pulled it off and just ran ahead. I thought, 'It's a very cruel world, I'm not prepared for this'. And I decided to get my revenge on society. Votes: 3

In the current climate motorists have a long list of issues from which to choose to raise on the doorstep. Policies aimed at reducing emissions - like the changes to Vehicle Excise Duty or here in Manchester the proposals for congestion charges - are not without controversy. Votes: 3

I had a place to go to university; I was going to study history. I was in New York doing 'Arcadia,' and I suddenly thought, 'It feels a bit weird to go from a New York stage to Manchester University.' It didn't quite feel right. Votes: 3

You're asking if I'm happy? I've got 87 million in the bank, I've got a Rolls Royce, I've got 3 stalkers, I'm about to go on the board at Manchester City, I'm part of the greatest band in the world. Am I happy with that? No, I'm not! I want more! Votes: 3

I always said to the directors that the minute a player becomes more powerful than the manager of Manchester United, it's not Manchester United. You have lost control of the whole club. So I always made sure that I was in control. They always knew who the manager was. Votes: 3

An official statement from Liverpool raised the spectre of a future where 'a club's rival can bring about a significant ban for a top player without anything beyond an accusation'. But on hearing this, many Manchester United fans would have been asking for a definition of the word 'rival'. Votes: 3

If ever there was one player, anywhere in the world, that was made for Manchester United, it was Cantona. He swaggered in, stuck his chest out, raised his head and surveyed everything as though he was asking: 'I'm Cantona. How big are you? Are you big enough for me?' Votes: 3

If Real Madrid land on Manchester airport, then the airport will be surely flooded just to see one player whom fans want most. Everyone knows the name, I don't need to tell it. He is the Prince and legend of Manchester,The King and legend of Real(Madrid). 'CRISTIANO RONALDO' Votes: 3

Manchester United and Liverpool have been bought with huge leverage, and we've got Roman Abramovich at Chelsea who can turn his loans into shares. It is really important for the Premier League to ask itself: if a club is being bought on such a mountain of debt, isn't that a possible recipe for disaster for the future? Votes: 2

I was very fortunate that a teacher saw that I read a lot and got bored very easily and had a lot of energy, so she said, 'You've got to go to this youth theater.' I joined Manchester Youth Theatre when I was really young, and I just loved putting on and being involved in plays and telling stories. Votes: 2

People have to understand one thing: at the age of 18, I arrived at a dream club like Manchester United. It was a dream come true. But, even at that moment, I was thinking about playing in England for some years and then going to play in Spain. Even at that time I was thinking that way, and I always gave 100% everything. Votes: 2

When you spend a lot of money on one player, you want him to prove himself, but the way football works, one day you can be good, the next you can be bad, and the next after that, you can be very bad. I have come to Manchester City to work very hard and to help my friends make Manchester City great. Votes: 2