Not fast enough? He absolutely glided past players for fun yesterday. Neymar isn't lightning, and I'd say he's about the same pace. Neymar plays on the left too.
Either way, he's gonna be some player.
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Not fast enough? He absolutely glided past players for fun yesterday. Neymar isn't lightning, and I'd say he's about the same pace. Neymar plays on the left too.
Either way, he's gonna be some player.
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He glided past about 4 Chelsea players as a sub against Chelsea. Looked pretty quick to me.Not fast enough? He absolutely glided past players for fun yesterday. Neymar isn't lightning, and I'd say he's about the same pace. Neymar plays on the left too.
Either way, he's gonna be some player.
He glided past about 4 Chelsea players as a sub against Chelsea. Looked pretty quick to me.
He may not be Walcott fast, but he's fast. His feet are even faster and when he gets one on one versus the defender he basically beats them 9 times out of 10. That's all that matters.
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Agreed no point being as quick as Walcott but pretty average with the ball. Sancho will be a far better player than Walcott if he keeps developing.He may not be Walcott fast, but he's fast. His feet are even faster and when he gets one on one versus the defender he basically beats them 9 times out of 10. That's all that matters.
I like the kid's confidence
http://mcfc.com/News/Academy-news/2016/May/Sancho-interview/1463044375
Rising City star Jadon Sancho allowed himself a moment to enjoy the U18s title victory – but soon set about plotting the route to more glory in 2016/17.
City U18s were crowned national champions last week after a 4-4 draw against title rivals Everton.
Sancho stepped up from the U16s to aid the successful silverware push and has described his pride, as well as his hopes for the future.
“Winning the league is a great achievement for me as I’ve never won a league before,” he reflected.
“It’s good to know that I’ve helped the team reach their objective and it makes me really proud.”
The 16-year old has been in fine form of late and his goal against the Toffees took his tally to five for the season, an impressive return for a player that has only just made the step up to the U18s.
“It was a great experience for me. Knowing that I came on against Chelsea and showed what I can do, I got an opportunity against Blackburn and it gave me a big confidence boost.
“I found out I was starting the day before and I was pleased to hear the news.
“After what happened at Chelsea, I was delighted to get the nod and I think I rewarded the faith shown in me by scoring the two goals.
“I’ve scored five goals for the U18s now and it shows that I’m able to compete at that level despite being a couple of years younger than a lot of the players.”
Jadon is one of two players from Gareth Taylor’s U16s side to have moved up the Jason Wilcox’s team in recent weeks, with Tom Dele-Bashiru the other and the winger believes his previous playing experience has helped strengthen the bond between the two.
“Me and Tom have a great partnership as we’ve played a lot together during this season.
“He knows me well and I know him well. We link up well on the pitch as we’ve played with each other a lot so know each other’s game.”
As well as shining for the U18s in recent weeks, Sancho has spent the majority of the season with the U16s and at times has played for both teams in the same day.
“Overall, this campaign has been excellent,” he added.
“I feel as though next year will be a big year for me because I’ll be involved in the U18s set up a lot more and will hopefully feature in the FA Youth Cup and UEFA Youth League.
“It was a big change for me (playing for both the U16s and U18s in the same day).
“During the first half, I’d play for the U16s and it wasn’t that physical or fast paced but then I was ready for the U18s.
“The U16s are a great bunch of lads. Going unbeaten throughout the season is a special achievement and it shows what a strong squad we have.”
Jadon has been a thorn in the side of defences up and down the country since his arrival at the Club and the youngster states that the City Football Academy has made a huge difference in his personal development over the past year.
“The past year has seen plenty of changes for me. When I came over from Watford, it was a big change for me.
“I’ve improved a lot over the past year – my weak foot, one v ones and my shooting have all improved.
“The facilities we’ve got here are first class and have aided my development.
“Playing against and with top players has also helped my game improve.”
For anyone that has watched Jadon in action, it’s no surprise that he lists three Brazilian players as the ones he likes to base his game on.
“I idolised quite a few players when I was growing up and now I look up to Neymar. When I was growing up, I looked up to Ronaldinho and Ronaldo.
“I like to copy their skills and try and bring them into my own game.
“Neymar is skilful, he beats players for fun and he makes it look so easy for him.
“I laugh sometimes when I watch him as he makes it look so easy.”
With the 2015/16 campaign only being wrapped up yesterday against Fulham, Sancho is already setting targets for next season and has his sights on one big objective.
“Next season, I’d like to win the FA Youth Cup and retain our national title.
“I’d also like to get involved with the first team training at some stage and, hopefully, be part of a squad that does well in the UEFA Youth League.”
http://mcfc.com/News/Academy-news/2016/May/Sancho-interview/1463044375
Rising City star Jadon Sancho allowed himself a moment to enjoy the U18s title victory – but soon set about plotting the route to more glory in 2016/17.
City U18s were crowned national champions last week after a 4-4 draw against title rivals Everton.
Sancho stepped up from the U16s to aid the successful silverware push and has described his pride, as well as his hopes for the future.
“Winning the league is a great achievement for me as I’ve never won a league before,” he reflected.
“It’s good to know that I’ve helped the team reach their objective and it makes me really proud.”
The 16-year old has been in fine form of late and his goal against the Toffees took his tally to five for the season, an impressive return for a player that has only just made the step up to the U18s.
“It was a great experience for me. Knowing that I came on against Chelsea and showed what I can do, I got an opportunity against Blackburn and it gave me a big confidence boost.
“I found out I was starting the day before and I was pleased to hear the news.
“After what happened at Chelsea, I was delighted to get the nod and I think I rewarded the faith shown in me by scoring the two goals.
“I’ve scored five goals for the U18s now and it shows that I’m able to compete at that level despite being a couple of years younger than a lot of the players.”
Jadon is one of two players from Gareth Taylor’s U16s side to have moved up the Jason Wilcox’s team in recent weeks, with Tom Dele-Bashiru the other and the winger believes his previous playing experience has helped strengthen the bond between the two.
“Me and Tom have a great partnership as we’ve played a lot together during this season.
“He knows me well and I know him well. We link up well on the pitch as we’ve played with each other a lot so know each other’s game.”
As well as shining for the U18s in recent weeks, Sancho has spent the majority of the season with the U16s and at times has played for both teams in the same day.
“Overall, this campaign has been excellent,” he added.
“I feel as though next year will be a big year for me because I’ll be involved in the U18s set up a lot more and will hopefully feature in the FA Youth Cup and UEFA Youth League.
“It was a big change for me (playing for both the U16s and U18s in the same day).
“During the first half, I’d play for the U16s and it wasn’t that physical or fast paced but then I was ready for the U18s.
“The U16s are a great bunch of lads. Going unbeaten throughout the season is a special achievement and it shows what a strong squad we have.”
Jadon has been a thorn in the side of defences up and down the country since his arrival at the Club and the youngster states that the City Football Academy has made a huge difference in his personal development over the past year.
“The past year has seen plenty of changes for me. When I came over from Watford, it was a big change for me.
“I’ve improved a lot over the past year – my weak foot, one v ones and my shooting have all improved.
“The facilities we’ve got here are first class and have aided my development.
“Playing against and with top players has also helped my game improve.”
For anyone that has watched Jadon in action, it’s no surprise that he lists three Brazilian players as the ones he likes to base his game on.
“I idolised quite a few players when I was growing up and now I look up to Neymar. When I was growing up, I looked up to Ronaldinho and Ronaldo.
“I like to copy their skills and try and bring them into my own game.
“Neymar is skilful, he beats players for fun and he makes it look so easy for him.
“I laugh sometimes when I watch him as he makes it look so easy.”
With the 2015/16 campaign only being wrapped up yesterday against Fulham, Sancho is already setting targets for next season and has his sights on one big objective.
“Next season, I’d like to win the FA Youth Cup and retain our national title.
“I’d also like to get involved with the first team training at some stage and, hopefully, be part of a squad that does well in the UEFA Youth League.”
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I wish I lived in Manchester so I could watch these kids every other day
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I feel very lucky that i do and watch them every chance i get. Sancho is a very special player and if he and Brahim Diaz fulfil the potential they have it will be AWESOME.I wish I lived in Manchester so I could watch these kids every other day
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I feel very lucky that i do and watch them every chance i get. Sancho is a very special player and if he and Brahim Diaz fulfil the potential they have it will be AWESOME.
Thanks pal I know, all I can do is make the most of the YouTube videos and my trips to Manchester but know I'm missing so much, just wish I could see every moment and fully appreciate the excitement of the current youth talent.
I really do believe we have some of the best kids on the planet and feel honoured to get a glimpse of them before so many others.
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Is Sancho likely to get some involvement in the first team, maybe as a sub in COC? Or is it too soon? I think Diaz might.
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