ManUtd1 Posted April 22, 2019 Author Share Posted April 22, 2019 A triumphant night in Sweden, as the 2051 campaign kicks off in earnest. Wide open, attacking football, going for the throat no matter the opponent or the scoreline...the roar of the crowd as we fought back from 2 goals down...what a feeling. While we capitulated on the return leg in Italy, this trip was never about conquering the Romans...rather, it was about laying down a marker. The end of the beginning. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nie jem frytek Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 There's an error in Challenge Overview. It says that World Cup with Mexico was won in 2056, while it was won in 2026. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 23, 2019 Author Share Posted April 23, 2019 19 hours ago, ManUtd1 said: 11 hours ago, nie jem frytek said: There's an error in Challenge Overview. It says that World Cup with Mexico was won in 2056, while it was won in 2026. When I zoom in it says 2026... Or are we looking at different screenshots? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nie jem frytek Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 We're looking at different screenshots Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 23, 2019 Author Share Posted April 23, 2019 1 hour ago, nie jem frytek said: We're looking at different screenshots Hahaha we were! Surprised no one caught that until now! I'll fix it this evening Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 23, 2019 Author Share Posted April 23, 2019 9 hours ago, nie jem frytek said: We're looking at different screenshots Fixed! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ManUtd1 Posted April 24, 2019 Author Share Posted April 24, 2019 Champions League Update, 2051 Another year...and we have the first newly-eligible team in a while, after Vlad Dragomir led Bordeaux to the final only to lose to Divock Origi's Monaco. For those keeping track, yes -- this is the same Monaco side that lost to Celta under Nordi "Teh Big Choke" Mukiele. Solid showing from Laurent Henkinet's Club Brugge and Kostas Tsamouris' RB Leipzig, as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 24, 2019 Author Share Posted April 24, 2019 Sometimes the prize is not worth the costs. The means by which we achieve victory are as important as the victory itself. Malmö FF -- June 2051 Although we sit atop the Allsvenskan at the summer break and claimed the Svenska Cupen, I cannot help but be frustrated at the dropped points away to Orgryte and Hammarby. We're better than this. Even as a young side, we're better than this. The only reasonable solution is extra kickboxing sessions with Zlatan. Just until we're satisfied with the effort out on the pitch. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 24, 2019 Author Share Posted April 24, 2019 (edited) 2051 European Review Luuk de Jong's Leeds won their 6th straight Premier League title. Almedin Ziljkic's Nantes reclaimed their title in Ligue 1. Charly Musonda's Celta went undefeated, denying Angel Correa's Madrid in their attempt to recover their La Liga crown. Tsamouris' Leipzig won their 3rd straight Bundesliga. Ivan Yagan's Sampdoritos and Kevin Strootman's Party-zan continued their utterly ridiculous domestic form. Henkinet's Club Brugge didn't let their European campaign get in the way of domestic dominance. Olympiacos won their 4th straight title in Greece. Jordan Ayew's Shakhtar had a scare in the Ukraine, after decades of dominance. And in the Europa League, Diego Pampin's Montpellier beat Bayern in the final, having already claimed the Coupe de France earlier in the year. The first fruits of a tycoon takeover in 2047. Edited April 24, 2019 by ManUtd1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share Posted April 25, 2019 Summer in Sweden has been a delight. The football. The constant sun. The women. Although perhaps the liquor has been too much, as of late. I was forced to confront Zlatan and Drake earlier, after another poor decision in a long string of poor decisions. "At what point during the day, Zlatan, did you and Drake decide to pool your money to buy the accordion boy?" "After the laser tag, Boss." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 26, 2019 Author Share Posted April 26, 2019 Sometimes the prize is not worth the costs. The means by which we achieve victory are as important as the victory itself. Malmö FF -- August 2051 8 points clear with 10 matches to play. Through to the 4th qualifying round in the Europa League. The ball is well and truly rolling in Sweden. Drake has insisted on taking charge of the pre-match music in the locker room music during the run-in. He did great for the first few matches, but things have since taken a turn. I mean...Kidz Bop? "It's all of the beats and none of the filth, Boss. We're keeping it classy." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 26, 2019 Author Share Posted April 26, 2019 Happy to avoid Groups A and G-H, as their top 2 seeds are CL quality. Not that the Smurfs and Feyenoord are a walk in the park, but I think we've got a narrow chance to progress to the knockout rounds. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 26, 2019 Author Share Posted April 26, 2019 (edited) Malmö FF -- Tactical Musings, September 2051 As promised, let's take a quick look at our tactics. Away to Feyenoord on matchday 1 of the Europa League Group Stage, we set out to play in our counterattacking formation -- PM Grapefrukt Diarre Libre. The formation essentially plays as a 343, although the "average positions" screenshot shows a larger gap between the defensive/midfield lines than I'd like, when not in possession. In practice, what I find is that the formation and setup forces a ton of long shots from the opposition -- 13 out of 20 from Feyenoord in this match. Basically, have all the possession you'd like (although our possession stat tends to be solid in this formation, it is not a marker I look for). Take all the long shots you like. I don't care. Few interesting screenshots -- mind you, this is just one match, but it gives you a flavor for what we look like. The carrillero (Malmgren, on loan from Partizan) is huge. Our libero seems to have less to do in possession when in this formation, than in the default/attack-minded formation that I'll show next. Average positions, with and without the ball. Key passes. Edited April 26, 2019 by ManUtd1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 26, 2019 Author Share Posted April 26, 2019 Strootman is upset for reasons. Reasons. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 26, 2019 Author Share Posted April 26, 2019 Malmö FF -- Tactical Musings (cont.), September 2051 This time, let's take a quick look at the default/attacking formation -- PM Drakens Blod Libre. You'll note that that attacking mentality (and playing at home against inferior opposition) means that the average positions are much more advanced (with the IWB tucked in, etc). We squandered a number of chances here, and gave away a goal off of a free kick. Silly. Again, we keep the opposition hitting shots from distance -- 4 of Orebro's 6 shots were from 20+ yards. And you can see how our carrilero (Malmgren), libero (Persson) and mezzalla (Johansen) get involved when in possession -- lots of touches on the ball, finding "key" passes, with Persson all over the field. Again, this is only one match. But it is illustrative of how the tactics function when we're able to play an attacking/aggressive game. Average positions, with and without the ball. Key passes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 26, 2019 Author Share Posted April 26, 2019 Mocking a woman is like drinking too much wine. It may be fun for a short time, but the hangover is hell. Malmö FF -- August 2051 Bibbity boppity, give me the zoppity. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 26, 2019 Author Share Posted April 26, 2019 Am I the only one concerned about the choices being made by my DoF...??? Granted, saying his name with a fake Swedish accent has me in stitches. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 26, 2019 Author Share Posted April 26, 2019 I've been aching for redemption ever since the Swedes sacked me after the 2028 Euros. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 26, 2019 Author Share Posted April 26, 2019 I'm not crying. You're crying. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 26, 2019 Author Share Posted April 26, 2019 (edited) Zlatan is offended at the Swedish FA's decision to hire Bjorlund from Orgryte instead of giving us a second chance. "How many World Cups has Bjorlund won? Not 5. He has not even won 5 Wolf Cups, Boss." I try to mollify Zlatan, but he's not having it. "It is ok, Boss. In truth, the Zlatan swears that Emil would be more use to the Sweden if the Zlatan skinned him and turning his skin into a lampshade. Or fashioned him into a piece of high end luggage. The Zlatan could add Emil to His collection." Drake can't believe what he's hearing. "Are you saying that you have a collection of skin luggage, Zlatan?!" "Of course the Zlatan is not! Don't be ridiculous! Think of the smell, Mr. Drake! You haven't thought of the smell, you ginger ****! Now you say another word and the Zlatan swears to urCristiano that He will dice you into a million little pieces. And put those pieces in a box. A glass box. That the Zlatan will display on His mantel!!!" Sensing that the conversation is over, I interject. "Alrights lads...now that that's settled, can we have a normal conversation about the Feyenoord match tonight?" Edited April 27, 2019 by ManUtd1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 27, 2019 Author Share Posted April 27, 2019 I will take responsibility for what I have done. If I must fall, I will rise each time a better man. Malmö FF / Denmark -- December 2051 Because **** you, Sweden. That's why. Surely now is not the time for pettiness. But I'm feeling petty. And motivated. The Swedish FA will live to regret the day they rejected us in favor of Emil "I Braid My Back Hair" Bjorlund. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 27, 2019 Author Share Posted April 27, 2019 At first glance, the current Danish squad is aging rapidly. The Superligaen will be active in June 2052...hopefully some talent is generated. Once I've had the chance to scout around, I'll have a better sense for the quality. But finishing 3rd behind the Ukraine and Bosnia clearly wasn't good enough. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tacchi Posted April 27, 2019 Share Posted April 27, 2019 I love this move too, Jean;) 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 27, 2019 Author Share Posted April 27, 2019 I will take responsibility for what I have done. If I must fall, I will rise each time a better man. Malmö FF / Denmark -- 2051 Season Review We could not have asked for a better year. Allsvenskan champions for the first time since 2037. The first step in our path to the Champions League title...and next year will be a challenge, as we need to lay down a marker to keep progressing forward on the continent as we consolidate our hold on the domestic competitions. We end the year strong, with a massive win away at Alphonse Areola's Schalke...stop giggling, Zlatan. I didn't ... that's not ... I know what I said. That's all I have time to write for now...Drake has been seeing someone new, meaning that Zlatan is bored and in need of entertainment. As if he can't play FIFA by himself for 20 minutes. Goals for 2052: Win the Allsvenskan. Reach the Champions League Group Stage. Qualify for Euro 2052 through the playoffs. Challenge Overview Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 27, 2019 Author Share Posted April 27, 2019 Let's check in on the Champions League group stage...Celta look like the team to beat, with Club Brugge, Bordeaux and Betis making a push. And, a glance at the final Europa League standings, as we pip Schalke to the top of the table. Crazy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 27, 2019 Author Share Posted April 27, 2019 From 39,100 to 55,452? Yes, please. Playing at the home of our fierce rivals for the next year...uhh... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 27, 2019 Author Share Posted April 27, 2019 Ouch. Drawing both Spain and Croatia is brutal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 27, 2019 Author Share Posted April 27, 2019 NO...SLEEP...'TIL BELGRADE!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted April 28, 2019 Author Share Posted April 28, 2019 I overheard Zlatan and Drake talking in hushed voices this evening. "Oh my God... Zlatan, you realize that you kidnapped that kid?!" "What other choice did the Zlatan really have, yes?!" "Well, you could have just paid for the pizza..." The less I know, the better. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 2, 2019 Author Share Posted May 2, 2019 Things have been busy, but I've managed to get a little time in on the save. We crashed out of the Europa League with a 1-nil aggregate loss to **** Star, and are just waiting for the Allsvenskan to kick off. We deserved to go out, in all honesty. Smashing the post instead of burying our chances. It was our first competitive match in 2+ months, but still... Denmark had a Euros playoff match against Albania, the first match in my tenure. We smashed them thanks to a 3-goal run in 4 minutes early in the 2nd half. And then promptly drew Sweden...the country that rejected me (having fired me approximately 2 decades earlier). We faced them in Stockholm, 90 minutes to see who will be off to Holland for Euro 2052. We played our counter-attacking formation (no liberos for Denmark until I can train a few up). We snatched a goal but were reduced to 10 men in the 80th minute, with a central midfielder going off injured. Sweden grabbed a 90th minute equalizer and we managed to hang on for penalties, winning on the 6th round. What a start to the Danish job, eh? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 2, 2019 Author Share Posted May 2, 2019 And, yes. For the record, I have a rather dramatic love-hate relationship with Sweden right now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 2, 2019 Author Share Posted May 2, 2019 (edited) During the press conference following the draw for Netherlands 2052, the Swedish reporter from ESPN 8 ("The Ocho") casually asks me for my thoughts on Sweden's draw...seeking to provoke an emotional response given their post-World Cup rejection of our managerial trio, recent elimination at our hands, and current situation at Malmo. I know he's fishing. I feel the hate burning in my heart. But I don't bite. And I can't hold back teh feels. Edited May 2, 2019 by ManUtd1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 3, 2019 Author Share Posted May 3, 2019 (edited) It's nearly time to call it a night, as I finalize preparations for the last friendlies before the Euros. But that's when my phone explodes. Not literally. No. Texts, emails... From journalists across Sweden and Europe. It seems Zlatan has given an impromptu press conference outside of our Danish training camp, renouncing his Swedish citizenship and declaring that we will turn Malmö into "New Denmark" with all of the young Danish talent we'll bring across the bridge. He added a few offhand, incomprehensible comments about how this was "retaliation" for the Swedish FA's rejection of our application to manage the national side, coupled with media criticism for his celebrations after the penalty shootout in Stockholm which saw the Swedes eliminated. I can see the headlines already. The club's press officer is calling, demanding that Zlatan apologize or face the sack. The Chairman is backing our managerial trio, for now. Because he knows what the Danish FA knows, that our managerial trio operates best when we instill an "us against the world mentality" in the side. Plus, the Danes won't mind us importing talent into the youth ranks... Moreover, the largest Malmö Ultras group, the ABBA-inspired Super Troupers, has already begun tweeting their support for Zlatan with the hashtags #ZlatanTruth and #DiBlåeÜberAlles. The Chairman knows that this controversy also is an opportunity for the club to trade in on its notoriety... The Danes haven't done us any favors either, and quickly threw gasoline onto the bonfire by granting Zlatan asylum and "Ambassador At Large" status, which bestows full diplomatic immunity upon him. Because that's what we needed. Zlatan, emboldened further. Something tells me this controversy will not pass soon. There's no way Zlatan is going to apologize or walk his comments back... He's Zlatan, after all. Several glasses of whiskey later, I'm finally ready to call it a night... Edited May 3, 2019 by ManUtd1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 3, 2019 Author Share Posted May 3, 2019 Things have escalated overnight. The Ultras, led by their indomitable, Viking-esque leader, Hampus Hjarpe, have snuck into the grounds to hang a large tifo which covers the facade of the Malmö Stadion, showing a shirtless Zlatan karate-kicking the King of Sweden, with his arm around the King's busty, swooning daughter, with the hashtags #DareToZlatan and #ÅtEnKukSverige. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 4, 2019 Author Share Posted May 4, 2019 We may not have covered ourselves in glory in the Europa League against **** Star, but we've got Champions League football to get ready for. And we're on track to return in the 2053-54 Champions League, as well. That is, if Zlatan's anti-Sweden crusade doesn't see us renditioned to a Swedish "black site" prison in remote Eastern Europe... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 4, 2019 Author Share Posted May 4, 2019 Champions League Update, 2052 Another year, another Champions League title for Almedin Ziljkic's Nantes, after a 2-nil win over Luuk de Jong's Leeds United. The other great thing about this year? That 6 of the 8 teams in the quarterfinals were, at one point, "nearly men." It's beautiful, isn't it? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 4, 2019 Author Share Posted May 4, 2019 (edited) 2052 European Review Luuk de Jong's Leeds won their 7th straight Premier League title, which is cold comfort after the CL final loss to Almedin Ziljkic's Nantes, who won successfully defended their Ligue 1 title. Kostas Tsamouris' RB Leipzig won their 4th straight Bundesliga title...a possible dynasty in the making. Charly Musonda's Celta won third straight La Liga title...only for Ol' Charly to **** off to Chelsea. Boschilia's Milan ended Sampdoritos' 15-year run at the top of Serie A. Kevin Strootman's Party-zan kept the good times rolling at the Itchy Kitty. Charleroi ended Club Brugge's efforts to secure their 11th title in a row. Olympiacos made it 5 in a row in Greece, and also reached the Europa League final. Jordan Ayew's Shakhtar did Shakhtar things. And in the Europa League, Tottenham pipped fan-favorites Olympiacos. Solid/notable showings from Toulouse and Erik Zorec's **** Star, though. Edited May 4, 2019 by ManUtd1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 4, 2019 Author Share Posted May 4, 2019 (edited) Improving our club and national coefficients is everything at this juncture of my tenure at Malmo. Not just direct qualification into the Group Stage (which eases summer fixture congestion and guarantees a payday), but it will also ensure our rep continues to increase, meaning we can attract and keep the players we want, to build a side that can bring the Champions League back to Malmo, aka New Denmark. Edited May 4, 2019 by ManUtd1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 4, 2019 Author Share Posted May 4, 2019 Holland 2052; European Championships Review What a run. We were a mix of older players out for one last go, and hungry young players looking to make a name for themselves. We did ourselves proud in the Group Stage, although ze Germans battered us much worse than the scoreline and stats would suggest. We were fortunate to get past Italy in the 2nd Round (thanks to 2 goals from set pieces), and the Czechs were a very favorable draw in the quarterfinals. The Dutch kicked us around the park for 120 minutes, but we survived to reach penalties...only to go out having only scored 1 from 4. A great showing for the Danes, no question. We aren't yet world beaters, but just wait until we deploy a libero... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 4, 2019 Author Share Posted May 4, 2019 That moment when Leeds United is the most sought-after managerial opening in Europe (Luuk de Jong having left for Monaco). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tacchi Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 (edited) Nice EC with Denmark, next WC can be the golden one or just after that? What do you think? Edited May 5, 2019 by Tacchi Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 7, 2019 Author Share Posted May 7, 2019 On 05/05/2019 at 02:57, Tacchi said: Nice EC with Denmark, next WC can be the golden one or just after that? What do you think? We have too many older players to seriously challenge for the 2054 World Cup. I'm aiming for 2058 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 7, 2019 Author Share Posted May 7, 2019 Zlatan did the right thing, hiding under the table for the draw. Azerbaijan, here we come. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 7, 2019 Author Share Posted May 7, 2019 "Qarabag?! Bawbag, more like...amirite?!" "That does it, Drake. You're not coming to Croatia." "But...that's not..." "When we were in Azerbaijan last week, you kept talking to people in made-up Spanish...and when they couldn't understand you, you just talked louder while Zlatan flexed at them. I can't trust the two of you together." "Honest mistake, Boss. Won't happen again." "When we went to the Ukraine last year for the Europa League, you declared it a 'pants free zone' and spend the week naked from the waist down." "Come on, Boss! That's just out of order, yeah?! When in Karpaty..." "When you were in Washington DC with Zlatan last year, the two of you painted nipples on the Lincoln Memorial." "It's like Zlatan said, Boss. Batman's suit has nipples! Mister Abraham Lincoln's suit should have nipples! It's just simple maths, Boss." "Give it up, Drake. You're not coming." 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 7, 2019 Author Share Posted May 7, 2019 A much less emphatic win on aggregate over the Croatians. We're off to Glasgow to face Celtic, lads. Bring your brass knuckles. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 7, 2019 Author Share Posted May 7, 2019 A big night in Glasgow where we enjoyed the run of play but could not find the back of the net. A bigger night back in Malmo, when we had every opportunity to bury the Scots in regulation but couldn't find the winner...and, having found one in extra time, conspired to lose it. Not good enough. We do not deserve to advance and crash out into the Europa League. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 7, 2019 Author Share Posted May 7, 2019 (edited) This is why I love the Europa League and saves where the entire football world changes. This is a great draw on its face. But when you dig deeper, we'll travel to Belgrade to face tycoon-fueled Rad (a #1 seed), who are captained by Jesus van der Meulen -- the best Dutch regen name I've seen in a while (second nationality Argentinian). A 34 year-old on 61k/week. At Rad, of all places. It is beautiful. And terrifying. Edited May 7, 2019 by ManUtd1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 14, 2019 Author Share Posted May 14, 2019 Having all of the answers just means that you've been asking boring questions. Malmö FF / Denmark -- 2052 Season Review The Danish revolution has well and truly begun. The past 12 months have seen us busing countless young Danes across the bridge, many of whom we've signed to professional terms. This arguably put our progress back a year or more in Europe, as we're looking to shift non-Danish players out of the club. But...the long term goal is clear, as is our path -- to win the World Cup in 2058, we'll have to play sexy football. You heard me right. Sexy football. Football sexier than even ... dare I say it ... Winston ****ing Churchill. Goals for 2053: Win the Allsvenskan. Reach the Champions League Group Stage. Qualify for Belgium 2054. Challenge Overview Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManUtd1 Posted May 14, 2019 Author Share Posted May 14, 2019 (edited) As you may have guessed, it's been a busy week or so with little time to play (much less update). The Champions League is showing some promise, with Schalke, Leipzig, Charleroi and Tottenham looking to become eligible in-game. In case anyone is wondering, Charleroi had a tycoon takeover in 2040. Funding has not been scaled down. They've been a fixture in the Europa League in recent years, with 7 runs to the knockout rounds. Their 2 prior trips to the Champions League group stage ended with 3rd/4th place finishes. Could be an interesting one to take over! (And, yes, If Tottenham lose the final in early June, they would also become eligible in-game.) Edited May 14, 2019 by ManUtd1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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