Tommy G Posted 20 February 2008 Posted 20 February 2008 What a ledgend he is. Although fading away a bit now, this man sure has a career to look back on when he decides to retire From the BBC Sir Alex Ferguson has saluted Ryan Giggs' professionalism ahead of the winger's 100th Champions League tie for Manchester United in Lyon on Wednesday. Giggs, 34, will become only the eighth player to achieve the feat, having made his tournament bow in 1994. "That is because of his ability, his longevity and how he prepares himself - a good lifestyle," said boss Ferguson. "He has been an absolute model in his time with us. It'll be a great occasion for Ryan and we are all proud of him." Giggs has chalked up a staggering 745 appearances and scored 143 goals since his debut for United almost 17 years ago. He has won a remarkable 15 major trophies with the club during that time, including the Champions League in 1999. And Ferguson believes more glory will come the former Wales international's way if Giggs continues to manage his body carefully. "Even at 34, we expect big things from him," added Ferguson. "Obviously, we don't play him in every game but that's natural for someone of that age. "We want to play him in games that really matter to our club. The Champions League, to me, represents the biggest challenge in football. "Footballers with real vision and real purpose in life always want to play in the biggest tournaments and Ryan has always reserved his best performances for the big occasions. "When players are asked to be challenged in a big way, it is in European football. "The great nights and atmosphere at Old Trafford can only happen because the right type of players are playing on that stage and Ryan has produced many great moments for us."
The Reverend Posted 20 February 2008 Posted 20 February 2008 745 appearanaces for a player nowdays is immense. Shame he isnt English. We could of done far better with a player like him in big tournaments.
Finnegan Posted 20 February 2008 Posted 20 February 2008 745 appearanaces for a player nowdays is immense.Shame he isnt English. We could of done far better with a player like him in big tournaments. *Lays in wait.*
The Reverend Posted 20 February 2008 Posted 20 February 2008 *Lays in wait.* Sorry Finners, i worded that wrongly. Shame he played for his second country lol
Joe. Posted 20 February 2008 Posted 20 February 2008 He's been an outstanding player over the years for Man Utd and fully deserves this milestone. Like others have said, shame he never wanted to play for England...
lildave3 Posted 20 February 2008 Posted 20 February 2008 He's been an outstanding player over the years for Man Utd and fully deserves this milestone. Like others have said, shame he never wanted to play for England... FINNERRRRSSS!
Staf Posted 20 February 2008 Posted 20 February 2008 Well played to him he really is a class act he deserves this good luck to him
Finnegan Posted 20 February 2008 Posted 20 February 2008 Sorry Finners, i worded that wrongly.Shame he played for his second country lol He's been an outstanding player over the years for Man Utd and fully deserves this milestone. Like others have said, shame he never wanted to play for England... FINNERRRRSSS! :angry: :angry: Have at you, tripple ninja style.
lildave3 Posted 20 February 2008 Posted 20 February 2008 If only Finners was English... Finners is english. He just wants to be different.
Finnegan Posted 20 February 2008 Posted 20 February 2008 Finners is english.He just wants to be different. Too far.
Nath Posted 20 February 2008 Posted 20 February 2008 Who would of thought he was gay. Bless Ryan Giggs
The Reverend Posted 20 February 2008 Posted 20 February 2008 :angry: :angry: Have at you, tripple ninja style. lol Reel 'em in! You're signature is quite humorous aswel Finners
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