Footballs finest tribute to Paul Scholes

paul scholes: living legend

[@CYP0]

(‘What is it like being the best midfielder in the world?’) ‘Ask Paul Scholes.’ (Zinedine Zidane)

[@jonimcilroy2423]

Can't help but think that if Paul Scholes was Spanish or French he would be as highly rated as Xavi or Zidane. But he was English and they ignored the best talent they've had since Bobby Charlton.

[@LongHoang-km6kp]

because Beckham, Gerrard, Lampard had more hightlights than him and shit english multi media :)

[@Timbone07]

You can't blame Beckham, It was the obsession with playing both Lampard and Gerrard. Also Beckham was good enough to start for England, Gerrard and Lampard not so much players like Makelele and Alonso made Gerrard and Lampard shine

[@beakaHD]

Joni Mcilroy it’s gingerism!

[@Abnsdllnnlosnfd]

That´s because the Spanish and/or French know the importance of intelligent and technically skilled central midfielders - unlike the English LOL

[@kritav1111]

He is probably their most underrated player and one of my favourites, he literally was shown no respect by some of the idiots that managed England, although I do think Rooney would be the greatest talent since Sir Bobby, just didn't fulfill it... I mean he is great and all but I thought he'd be in the Ronaldo, Messi conversation a decade ago

[@alex9816]

Met him last November when his son played our college. No celebrity glasses, just a really nice gent. Would never think he is one of the greatest midfielders in history. Proud to shake his hand!

[@kohank5938]

Lucky you mate, very lucky.

[@galuhrichata6148]

You are very lucky.

[@jacklaverty4310]

Fair play

[@Spottedapnaviral]

Good on you pal i wish i was u right now

[@icycrew6869]

coil

[@rays8802]

underrated midfielder that is scholes...only deluded people will call him overrated

[@Sundal1337]

He's not underrated at all. Anyone who know a bit of football knows how good he was.

[@simonforrest2522]

How is he underrated???

[@anbananu]

@@simonforrest2522 in a sense that england had him and literally couldnt do anything

[@simonforrest2522]

@@anbananu England have had plenty or world class players, especially MF's in that era and couldn't do a thing with any of them..Everybody rated Scholes highly as a player

[@robbo8074]

I would say he is underated by most of the modern kids, which is a shame if you're a true football fan take the time to learn and appreciate past quality player's

[@edwardworsfold5329]

As a gooner i would of loved Scholes playing for us, one of the best England midfielders ever, i loved watching him play, a true legend.

[@leroyaugustin8696]

Pfff just imagine Zidane and Scholes playing together...

[@icycrew6869]

In France

[@jonathanbolger6173]

Game over. Might as well pack it in

[@hemangsharrma1967]

@@jonathanbolger6173 playing under Sir Alex Ferguson. There's not a chance the opponent wouldn't go home crying

[@chrism8457]

Zidane and Makelele were far better

[@Peacebro121]

Il choose scholes and Keane anyday of the week it’s about balance and that was a perfect balance for Man Utd

[@antoinedoinell]

My favorite footballer (Arsenal Fan...)

[@HrisPetrov]

Bro was praised by Ronaldo the phenomenon, CR7, Messi, Zidane, Ronaldinho, Xavi and Iniesta. He was the role model of our role models. He is a LEGEND

[@lordberly]

1:08 Figo had the best explanation about Scholesy, both on and off the pitch. A shy genius.

[@daveclements9707]

I remember watching him play as a kid. Whenever united played Chelsea i used to get really nervy whenever Scholes got the ball in the middle of the park, he very rarely missed the perfect ball. Scholes is the perfect player, especially for youngsters as a role model. Premier League legend. I personally will never forget watching #18 play. Much respect.

[@Holmes1]

top man! not many non United fans say this

[@HereForTheFacts]

Spot on

[@7rox1990]

Second that Holmezy17

[@Taczka777]

Thank you. Man United Supporter.

[@icycrew6869]

I agree

[@tttrrrification]

Beautiful gesture. He is by far my favorite player of all time. He is the perfect representation of Fergie's Man U.

[@JustinCredible786]

Zinedine Zidane: “There is no doubt for me that Paul Scholes is still in a class of his own. He’s almost untouchable in what he does. I never tire of watching him play. You rarely come across the complete footballer, but Scholes is as close to it as you can get. One of my regrets is that the opportunity to play alongside him never presented itself during my career.” Michael Carrick: “He is a legend and he’s going to be remembered for a long time. Just to play alongside him and learn from him has been an absolute pleasure. I think he is a footballer’s footballer; he has been at this level for so long. As long as he is part of us we always feel we have a chance. We appreciate the way he goes about his business. I have never met a character like Scholesy; certainly not someone who is that good.” Patrick Vieira: “The player in the Premiership I admire most? Easy. Scholes.” Darren Fletcher: “We won’t ever see another one like Paul Scholes. He is a legend and a real benchmark. He is not interested in the modern-day footballer’s life off the pitch, but he is a world-class player on it” Cesc Fabregas: “He is the one whose level I aspire to. He is the best player in the Premier League.” Zinedine Zidane: “Scholes is undoubtedly the best midfielder of his generation.” Phil Neville: “Paul, for me, is the best player in the England team. It worries teams. Speak to any other international team and they will single Paul out as England’s key player. For me, he doesn’t get the full credit that he deserves. He is a world-class player and deserves to be up there with the likes of Zidane and Figo.” Nicky Butt: “In my opinion he’s up there with the top three or four players to play for United.” Luis Figo: “I’m star-struck when I see Paul Scholes because you never see him. On the pitch you can’t catch him. Off the pitch he disappears.” Edgar Davids: “I’m not the best, Paul Scholes is.” Ryan Giggs: “I have played with some great players during my time at United but I would have to put Paul Scholes down as the best.” Michael Carrick: “Paul Scholes is just fantastic. When you play alongside him, you realise what a special talent he is.” Thierry Henry: “I can’t understand why Scholes has never won the player of the year award. He should have won it long ago. Maybe it’s because he doesn’t seek the limelight like some of the other stars.” Ronaldinho: “I want to pass like him. Who taught him how to do that?” Wayne Rooney: “The best I’ve played with, no question. His touch, passing, vision, composure is outstanding. I try to copy him.” Roy Keane: “No celebrity bullshit, no self promotion, an amazingly gifted player who remained an unaffected human being.” Xabi Alonso: “I’ve still got Paul Scholes’ shirt at home which I swapped with him once. When I was at Liverpool he was one of the players I liked most. Maybe he’s not valued as much as he should be in England because of the style of football there and because he keeps a low profile. Perhaps he would have been more valued in Spain, where midfielders like him form part of the ‘ideal.’ Fans in Spain rate him very highly and I admire him a huge amount.” Denis Bergkamp: “He’s the master.” Ryan Giggs: “I’d go for Scholesy as the club’s greatest ever player. I’ve seen him do things that no other player can do. The way he can control the tempo of games, and his range of passing, are both incredible. We’ve seen over the years that players just haven’t been able to get near him. And you can’t forget his goals either.” Zinedine Zidane: “My toughest opponent? Scholes of Manchester. He is the complete midfielder.” Phil Neville: “I used to love seeing him receive a ball he had eyes in the back of his head he knew where everyone was on the pitch! I used to love seeing him charge into tackles. He did that in training too! But most of all every goal he scored was a great goal. Volley, header, you name it, he scored it!” Edgar Davids: “Every one of us are just trying to become as good as him.” Eidur Gudjohnsen: “Scholes is one of the most complete footballers I’ve ever seen. His one-touch play is phenomenal. Whenever I have played against him, I never felt I could get close to him.” Jordan Henderson: “Sad to hear of Paul Scholes retirement! One of the best midfielders to grace the Premiership! Idolised him for years! Legend.” Andrei Shevchenko: “They have two of the world’s best young players in Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney, but the player who most impresses me is Paul Scholes. He is United’s most important player, he makes most things happen on the field.” Gary Neville: “Paul Scholes. The best! Great player, person, friend!” Thierry Henry: “Without any doubt the best player in the Premiership has to be Scholes. He knows how to do everything, and he is one who directs the way his team plays. On top of that, he has indestructible mental strength and he is a genuine competitor.” Samir Nasri: “Sad to hear Paul Scholes is retiring, great player, world class player, the English Zizou.” Lionel Messi: “At La Masia, his name was mentioned a lot. He’s a teacher.” Alan Shearer: “If you ask footballers to pick out the player they most admire, so many of them will pick Paul Scholes. He can tackle, and his passing and shooting is of the highest level. He’s the most consistent and naturally gifted player we’ve had for a long, long time.” Dimitar Berbatov: “Nobody else in the world can play the way Scholes does. The passes he produces all over the field and the way he changes the game is brilliant. Every manager would like him. But luckily he is here and playing with us. Paul practices that all the time. When he has finished training he always goes out and shoots. Ronaldo: “He’s the phenomenon.” Andres Iniesta: “Rooney is one of the best players in the world and I love watching him play. But if you had to pick out only one, then for their history and for all that they have achieved it would have to be Paul Scholes or Ryan Giggs. They are two shining examples for any player.” Xavi Hernandez: “In the last 15 to 20 years the best central midfielder that I have seen - the most complete - is Scholes. I have spoken with Xabi Alonso about this many times. Scholes is a spectacular player who has everything. He can play the final pass, he can score, he is strong, he never gets knocked off the ball and he doesn’t give possession away. If he had been Spanish then maybe he would have been valued more.” Gerard Pique: “One of the best players I’ve ever seen in my life! Spectacular on training!! Playing with him was a joy!” Gary Neville: “I wouldn’t swap Paul Scholes for anybody. He is quite simply the most complete footballer I have ever played with. He is the best.” Wayne Routledge: “Possibly the best midfielder the Prem has seen.” Gary Pallister: “When you talk about the greats of Manchester United, he’s up there with Georgie Best, Bryan Robson, Ryan Giggs and Bobby Charlton just purely for the amount of medals that he’s won, he’s going to be greatly missed by Manchester United.” Dwight Yorke: “When you look back you talk about legends of the game, he’s certainly up there. Twenty trophies since 1994. He just seems to get better and better. I’ve had the honour of playing alongside him. The four years I’ve played alongside him, he is the best player, one of the first names on the manager’s teamsheet. He is just a complete legend. There are not enough players like Paul Scholes around any more for my liking. ‘Legend’ is over-used but this guy is right up there with the very best.” Michael Owen: “Nobody on this planet had a range of passing like Paul Scholes. Training every day was a pleasure just watching him. Unbelievable career.” Robbie Savage: “Seriously legend is overused but Scholesy is a legend, end of!” Rio Ferdinand: “Paul Scholes retires from football….the BEST player of his generation. Fact. Loved every minute of playing football with him. Paul Scholes, aka Sat Nav went from a scoring midfielder to a dictator of the game. Changed his game while still at top of the game. Genius.” Edgar Davids: “Every one of us should emulate him. We can all learn from Paul Scholes.” Arjen Robben: “I am a big admirer of Paul Scholes, he is one of the best players of his generation.” Micah Richards: “I think we were all disappointed because we all know what he can do. He’s always in the right position, always seems to be at the end of the box when the ball drops in. The complete midfielder. When he’s fit, he’s the best. Some go missing but he’s in the right place at the right time. He’s my favourite player of all-time, unbelievable. If you give him a chance it’s a goal, isn’t it?” Wayne Rooney: “He’s unbelievable. He’s one of the greatest of all time.” Rio Ferdinand: “I can honestly say Paul is the best player in the England squad. For me he is the complete player.” Joey Barton: “Just heard Paul Scholes has retired, best I’ve ever played against by a mile. Most technically gifted player in english history. Legend.” Emmanuel Petit: “At Arsenal me and Patrick (Vieira) didn’t want to face Scholes. We would avoid him.” Cristiano Ronaldo: “Scholes is the best I’ve played with and he helped me a lot when I was young. He’s amazing.” David Beckham: “He’s always one of those people others talk about. Even playing at Real Madrid, the players always say to me ‘what’s he like’? They respect him as a footballer and see him as the ultimate.” Barry Bannan: “The one that stands out the most was Paul Scholes. I look up to him and was lucky enough a couple of games ago to play against United for Villa and I got his top. That’s a big thing for me because in my eyes he’s probably the best player in the world. Even now, even though he’s old, he’s still one of the best in the league.” Giuseppe Rossi: “One of the greats in his position has retired. Was an honor playing with Paul Scholes.” Nani: “He’s the best midfielder I’ve ever seen. He can pass, score goals with his left, right, his head. He can do anything. And he can beat a player too, plus he loves to nutmeg you! He’s unbelievable.” Peter Schmeichel: “People say he is a great player, but you have to define what a great player is. For me, it is a player who has a bottom level that means his worst performance is not noticed. If he is having a bad game, a teammate might feel Paul Scholes is not quite on his game, but a spectator wouldn’t notice. Scholes, of all the players I have played with, has the highest bottom level. He has an eye for a pass, for what the play or the game needs at that precise moment, that I have never seen anyone else have. These days he doesn’t get into the box too many times, which is where you can see his age, but he has developed tactically. He controls and distributes the play and the game better than anyone I have ever seen.” Rio Ferdinand: “For me, it’s Paul Scholes. He’ll do ridiculous things in training like say, “You see that tree over there?” - It’ll be 40 yards away - “I’m going to hit it”. And he’ll do it. Everyone at the club considers him the best.” Gary Neville: “Paul Scholes is the best player I’ve ever played with. There’s talent in every part of his game.” Jack Wilshere: “Sad to hear Paul Scholes is retiring, what a player! Top class and a great role model for any young English midfield player!” Danny Simpson: “Paul Scholes the legend, best footballer I’ve ever witnessed in real life! Fact.” Tony Adams: “I really rate Paul Scholes, because he hasn’t got the high profile of many of the Manchester United players, he doesn’t get too much attention, but he is one very good player. He is an intelligent player, he works hard and he scores some great goals. He is not flamboyant and is a quiet lad off the pitch but he is a tremendous asset to Manchester United and to England. He has already got my vote as player of the year.” Dennis Law: “He’s the best all-round. A joy to watch.” Socrates: “Good enough to play for Brazil. I love to watch Scholes, to see him pass, the boy with the red hair and the red shirt.” Laurent Blanc: “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.” Paddy Crerand: “What a player Paul is. Everything about him is just perfect.” Steve Bruce: “He’s the best player in Britain in my opinion and he has to get himself fit just before we are due to play at Old Trafford. I cannot pay Paul a bigger compliment than to say that he’s the most complete footballer in the country. The best bar none.” Sir Alex Ferguson: “One of the greatest football brains Manchester United has ever had.” Fabio Capello: “It’s a shame he’s not available to play for England. If he was, he’d be the first name in my squad.” George Best: “The boy can play.” Jose Mourinho: “Why isn’t he playing for England? It is crazy. Only in England. Scholes is a great, great player. So experienced and still, for me, one of the best in the world in midfield. Manchester United are lucky to have him.” Sir Bobby Charlton: “I am sorry for England because they don’t have any player like him. You can talk about others but there is no one else like him. He is the best technical player England has without any question. He could have had a lot more caps if he had carried on. And if I was the manager he would have ended up with more than I did. Easy” Terry Venables: “He sees the game unlike any other player.” Arsene Wenger: “He did not get completely what he deserves as a player because he’s not a media lion. He’s not one who runs after the media to be in the papers. I respect that.” Diego Maradonna: “His technique is unique.” Ian Holloway: “When he passes the ball it stays passed. The ball goes exactly where he wants it to. I have always loved him for that. I played against him once or twice and he is an absolute genius. He is a role model for anyone who wants to play football. He is a joy to watch. In fact, I wish he was 21, then I could see his career all over again.” Sir Bobby Charlton: “Paul Scholes is my favourite player. He epitomises the spirit of Manchester United and everything that is good about football.” Sir Alex Ferguson: “Everywhere I go the coaches all tell me that Scholsey is the player they admire. But if they think they’ll get him they’re wasting their time! Paul is a Manc lad pure and simple. He loves the club and there’s no chance of him leaving here. If ever he decided to go there would be a stampede, but he won’t be going, he’s here for life.” Glenn Hoddle: “There isn’t a player of his mould anywhere in the world.” Marcello Lippi: “Paul Scholes would have been one of my first choices for putting together a great team. That goes to show how highly I have always rated him. An all-round midfielder who possesses quality and character in abundance.” Laurent Blanc: “I tell anyone who asks me - Scholes is the best English player.” Brian Kidd: “Paul Scholes had the best football brain I’d ever seen in a kid. Let’s face it. Paul Scholes is in a class of its own.” Sir Alex Ferguson: “He’s one of the great players to come through the ranks here.” Pep Guardiola: “Out of everyone at Manchester United, I would pick out Scholes - he is the best midfielder of his generation. I would have loved to have played alongside him.” Gordon Strachan: “Paul Scholes has been the best England midfield player for 30 odd years. You’d probably have to go back to Bobby Charlton to find someone who could do as much as Scholes. When the ball arrives at his feet he could tell you where every player on that pitch is at that moment. His awareness is superb.” Ray Wilkins: “I just love Paul Scholes. He’s been the best footballer in our division for the last ten years. He’s a a wonderful player.” George Best: “To be honest I think England have lost their best player. Certainly he’s the most consistent and naturally gifted player we’ve had for a long, long time.” Sam Allardyce: “There is not a better midfield player in the world.” Alan Hanson: “He is one of the top three to five players to have ever played in the Premier League. His passing, movement and technique set examples to everyone, not just younger players.” Kevin Keegan: “What United have got that Chelsea haven’t is Paul Scholes. I think he is different to anything else in English football.” Sir Bobby Charlton: “I love watching little Paul Scholes, he’s so in control of what he’s doing and is always so accurate and pinpoint with his passing. It’s just beautiful to watch.” Ray Wilkins: “I’m saddened because I think we as spectators, not only in this country but right throughout Europe and the rest of the world, will be missing one hell of a footballer.” Pele: “If he was playing with me, I would score so many more.” Sir Bobby Charlton: “I have no hesitation in putting a name to the embodiment of all that I think is best about football. It’s Paul Scholes. Many great players have worn the shirt of Manchester United. Players I worshipped, then lost with my youth in Munich. Players like Denis Law and George Best who I enjoyed so much as team-mates and now, finally, players I have watched closely in the Alex Ferguson era. And in so many ways Scholes is my favourite. I love his nous and conviction that he will find a way to win, to make the killer pass or produce the decisive volley. When a game reaches a vital phase, these qualities seem to come out of his every pore. He’s always on the ball, always turning on goal. He’s always looking to bring other people into the action and if he loses possession you think he must be ill.” Sir Alex Ferguson: “What more can I say about Paul Scholes that I haven’t said before. We are going to miss a truly unbelievable player.”

[@JustinCredible786]

chubbyknight What if I told you I copied and pasted it?

[@Holmes1]

Justin Credible hahaha

[@tcpgblizzard]

Damn, that is beautiful mate.

[@hendriksetiawan7559]

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[@JustinCredible786]

Hendrik Setiawan I can easily copy and paste this to your E-mail, but what is your E-mail though?

[@billybee99]

God, I miss Scholes. It almost makes me cry when I look at the crap we have patrolling our midfield now.

[@joshhfletchh4841]

+billybee99 fellaini and schniederlin, what a joke

[@m0tiii]

+joshh fletchh fellaini is allrite

[@sharpievfx1135]

5 years later, we still have crap patrolling out midfield now.

[@RandomMemes2009174561322]

You got bruno

[@mutyabaibrahim3055]

@@RandomMemes2009174561322 close but not that close

[@rangidalglish4743]

As a Liverpool supporter we acknowledge class. Scholes was world class for a decade plus. A joy to watch to his craft. Even if it usually involved heartache for my Reds in those days.

[@t2twanks]

Well said

[@chickenofthecave7046]

I was lucky enough to watch him a couple of times, it was an honour. He was just out of this world, light years ahead of everyone else. I miss that genius more than any other. Thankyou Scholesy for the memories.

[@edubmf]

Wow to read such high praise from so many people who are themselves legends is just incredible.

[@jacklees4244]

To have the greatest manger ever call u out of retirement to play for half a season that's when you know your a legend

[@mattsmith5421]

He didn't call him out of retirement, Scholes decided he wanted to carry on playing and asked sir Alex if he could come back

[@richardmitchell8482]

i'm a Chelsea man who hates Man Utd.. but I have always loved Scholes.. the ultimate test for me is whether you would be proud to have a player pull o your shirt.. I would have been had scoles ever worn the blue..wonderful player

[@galuhrichata6148]

Richard Mitchell Words of respect. And I respect you for that.

[@richardfairlamb9728]

Absolutely love Scholes. Me favourite ever player.

[@puteraaschruffisckandar3016]

and some deluded fans said that gerrard is better than scholes. lol

[@gmacca21]

because Gerrard is only mancs and manc sick ups disagree

[@jachnoavhnvaon]

Putera Aschruff Isckandar that's cos Gerrard was better

[@simonforrest2522]

He was better than Scholes.. Gerrard was Scholes & Keane in ONE player

[@jachnoavhnvaon]

Simon Forrest correct

[@kohank5938]

Lol, i have found deluded fan already.

[@PlntPeace]

My very first time viewing English football was back in 2010, Man U was playing someone I forget. I couldn't take my eyes off No. 18. I didn't even know who he was, the only player I heard of at that time was Wayne Rooney. Today I can't get enough of the Premier League, every Saturday and Sunday morning I get up real early (I'm in the States) too watch at 7:30am. And thanks to Paul Scholes, he got this American to start telling his friends about Manchester United and the English Premier League. My only regret is not seeing him in his prime.

[@sebp3249]

That is such a load of bollocks

[@PlntPeace]

Sebastian Peace lol.. why would you say that ? I'm dead serious.

[@adamdolezalek9402]

well he scored more goals when he was younger but I enjoyed his last years the most,,,the control over game and passing skills he had were really magical for me

[@StewartEvans52]

good on you son,scholesy was a rare breed,probably the 2nd most gifted english player,1st being gazza,and im welsh so not really a fan of england but i know talented players when i see them...

[@thesreerajrulz]

started watching utd games because of scholes in 2000, have to be lucky to see him play week in week out.

[@meddyfurniture]

Capello tried so many times asking for a 36yr old to go represent the country but man wasn't only deadly he's stubborn & has a strong heart! Let me say he has class & means what he says...His answers to Capello were those of a boss!!!!!!

[@LongHoang-km6kp]

because some shit couchs put him to play in the left. so England deserves to win nothing becaus of putting their best midfield on the wing = )

[@martinbeattie5026]

Thank you Paul Scholes i watched all of your games and loved them all you are the GOAT 🙏🏻🙏🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@qdalaja9726]

Paul scholes the genius player The einstein of football❤❤❤❤

[@LostBillz]

Reporter: "what's it like being the best midfielder in the world?" Zidane: "I don't know, ask Paul Scholes." What more can you say. Legend.

[@MS45636]

Zidane is better though haha

[@abelovedsonofGodinwhomHeis35-6]

No Chance, Scholes was better than Zidane, Zidane was a number ten, Scholes a number 8, but Scholes was feared as much as Zidane was.

[@ariefabdulrashed8134]

nah zidane was more of a CAM but scholes, man the best midfielder in history

[@markmckeown5130]

mcdelive Yes, because you know more than Zidane, Ronaldo, Xavi etc. You're an idiot.

[@mcdelive]

@Mark McKeown : No need to feel butt hurt about my comment... Yet you should feel butt hurt for living a delusional lie.... Its a fact that Paul Scholes averages an assist in every 10 games - and if you call that impressive for a midfilder then you might as well continue live in your cloud... - what an ignorant fool...!

I am honored to be praised by this man. Magnificent player Scholes was.

[@gendonshumbazmahlunge8760]

The same reason you my legend... humility👏

[@flux3033]

Lmao people who this this is actually modric

[@shaun6337]

Luka You remind me a lot of Scholsey. I love watching you run the midfield

[@taremwakenneth809]

Thanks Luka Modric

[@rustedvelvett]

Omg no way the real Luka Modric 😱😱😱

[@briane5706]

The one player who you would break the bank for to play for your club, and always fear when he plays against your club. The most complete player of his generation. When you get the legends and his peers describing him as the greatest, then he must be.

[@wungabunga]

I remember him from school, even then he was underrated! Another, bigger lad who played for England youth was who everyone talked about. Weird watching him grow into probably my favourite United player since Robson.

[@mariovh]

i was fortunate to see many greats during my 45 years watching football and Scholesy deserves everything the say about Him...he is one of the very best ever hands down !

[@taranjeetsingh2942]

a six minute video long video of just compliments for him by the best in the footballing world.....tht defines his greatness...

[@dp20102]

I could write all the same stuff and replace Paul Scholes with "Thierry Henry" or "Zidane". Where is the video evidence of these quotes actually coming out of player's mouths. Not saying some of them aren't true. Im sure some of them are. I know quite a few are because there is some video evidence for some of it. But random people could start adding to this. "Pele said Scholes was the greatest player of his generation". Cruyff "I wish I was Paul Scholes, I couldv been invincible". Zidane "I can never come to the level scholes was at. He simply was miles above the fucking rest" Jesus. Im just asking for video evidence. Of it coming out of zidane's mouth

[@kohank5938]

Yeah, you can go on and make any videos about the footballer you like the way you described and see who cares. People loves Scholes and he is truly a Legend.

[@chrisoziegbe6656]

@@dp20102 u can watch it on KZbin, it's still on Wikipedia

[@yashmundada8811]

I do not remember which game it was, but Scholes was on the bench for United, as he had come back from retirement for Man United ( that itself says a huge thing about the man). Anyway, United were shite, misplaced passes, so many defensive errors, low possession, continuous attack from the opposition and of course a goal or two down. Fergie finally brings on Scholesy, and I was stunned at the turn around in the game. He was fucking controlling everything, standing tall in the heart of the field, passing ridiculous balls, intercepting about a dozen through balls and what not. Never have I ever seen a player impact the game so good and helping the team to eventually win the game. Every frickin pass was was given to Scholes before he dispatched it somewhere deep in the wing or through two defenders, etc. That day, that frickin day, I found my favourite player of all time. Thank You Paul Scholes, for making me fall in love with football.

[@justtubbo]

As a Dane, I started following United in 92/93 when Schmeichel joined, but I quickly fell in love with Scholesy and he became my favorite player ever!

[@B-leave]

So sad that we will never see another like him again, I will always remember him as the little ginger kid who pulled all the strings in midfield and had dynamite in his boots. You don't see many players hit the ball like Scholes did, especially when the ball would come across him and he smashes it first time with the top of the laces.

[@TheThepusherman7]

All the English media praise for Scholes didn't happen until after Spain won the World Cup 08 and Barca dominated Europe 09...all the Spanish players were constantly asked who they're favourite players were and Scholes always came up, most notably by Xavi,Iniesta,Alonso,Guardiola. Was Scholes praised when he was In the English International side? no, he was made played RM and retired early from international football due to frustration. in the premier league did he ever when player of the season? - No, he was hardly ever even in the team of the season, he got into it 1/2.David Batty, Lee Bowyer, Jenas all have more team of the season nods. he was a great great player but all the praise only came after xavi and co pointed how amazing he was and English media go on like they appreciated him in his prime

[@priyengovender7835]

Spain won the World cup in 2010.

[@TheThepusherman7]

or Euro08 whatever...the point is still the same...he was never appreciated by the English in his prime,and now they go on like they always knew how good he was

[@priyengovender7835]

TheThepusherman7 That's British media bro ..they jump on the bandwagon ...over demanding , over ambitious and always waiting for a fuck up to write about .. That's why Scholesy never liked doing interviews or ads or anything promotional.

[@andrewcarson5850]

Us Man Utd fans knew how good he was right from the start, a shame the England managers never did. Then again, England have been managed by numpties who couldn't organise an orgy in a brothel so it's no real surprise.

[@aclock2]

To be fair, the hype of Lampard and Gerrard at the time also played a big part in it. They scored more goals which make them easier to get the lime light. Even Xavi and Pirlo were underrated as hell at the period of time, they were playing for Barca 2nd dream team and AC Milan 03-07 and people didnt notice how important they were.

[@user-bi1yw1du7q]

Best cm of all time.

[@ezmirkahar7430]

he is simply the best. the greatest manager, the greatest player, the greates midfielder that have win more trophy respect and set the bar that paul scholes is the best footballer make my day always happy

[@lalwanishivam23]

Apart fron his footballing genius!!!the simplicity of him off the field!!!is for everybody to see!!

[@gboss5119]

This bought a tear to my eye... the legend...the best... it was a privilege to have seen a player like him in my lifetime

[@johnferguson4869]

Gary Neville interviewed him in his ‘Overlap’ series and it’s a brilliant episode. He revealed a lot about his personality and his family circumstances but it was also very interesting how he personally understood how his talent related to the other greats of the era and the British media’s portrayal of him.

[@periklisgiannopoulos5273]

My favorite player of all time. Olympiacos Piraeus fan.

[@mrtoad1408]

Proper game changer. His humility is only surpassed by his ability.

[@MakN.]

"No celebrity bullshit, no self promotion - An amazing gifted player who remained an unaffected human being" Facts. A lot of these modern day footballers are too interested in posting shite on social media and getting in the papers. They lose their sense of direction and desire to play 100% every game that they play.

[@davemeredith6964]

Best English player and Midfielder England and the Premier League ever had. Easily one of United's all time greats! Genius on the pitch and never seen or heard off it. Total professional who played at a level above all others. Right or wrong but if he had Beckham's off field appeal he would have been the envy of the world of football but personally as a footballer I am sure he prefers the quiet life and to be massively respected by other outstanding professionals in the game. I miss the days of United and Scholes playing. Far too much money and ego in today's game.

[@areyouundoingthatorwhat9181]

Scholes was one of a handful of players who could play on instinct alone,it seemed for him there was no need to think about it,he was already two moves ahead mentally and had consistent great ball control. A real joy to watch,regardless of your allegiances.

[@jdoublet94]

When Zizou, Pep, Rooney, Ronaldo, Henry, Bergkamp, Xavi rate him as they do, there’s really no one who comes close. Scholes is the greatest PL midfielder of all time. top 3: Scholes Gerrard De Bruyne

[@T0mat0S0up]

Hope his kids follow in his footsteps. Those football genes are greatly needed for the future.

[@taremwakenneth809]

The greatest football brains the world has ever had He is a legend

[@matthewflom9549]

He was such a ninja with the ball...even moreso without the ball...so glad I got to see his career

[@billypowis5715]

What a legend. Not just on the pitch, but off it as well. He is just simply breathtaking.

[@Johnnyjawbone]

Shunted out on the wing in Sven's 4-4-2 diamond formation, to accommodate Beckham/Lampard/Gerrard - a footballing crime of the highest order. A bit part player for the England team.... when they should have built the team around him. Has to be as monumentally stupid as Barca were in selling an unstoppable 20yr old 'El Fenomeno' Ronaldo to Inter Milan, or when AC Milan sold Pirlo to Juventus.. You'd have to face palm yourself if you were involved in any of that utter lunacy.

[@seanmcmanus867]

Johnny Jawbone i

[@bodhiwolf]

I'm a United supporter and Scholes became my favourite player after Cantona retired. I remember that period when Scholes was put out on the left well. At the time, Lampard was in much better form and deserved his place in midfield. But yes, the team should have been built around Scholes long-term.

[@bodhiwolf]

@Sen484 Carrick wasn't around back then, but he should have got more caps than he did

[@darrylkee6689]

absolutely agree...both were great players but they were not scholes...if he had built the England team around him they would have won that world cup

[@Johnnyjawbone]

@@apo5510 "..it was just the fact that when I was playing I wasn’t enjoying it one little bit" Paul Scholes. That's Paul Scholes stating a fact. He wasn't enjoying it because he was a third choice midfielder. Retired from England duty at 34 years of age. A midfielder in his position at that age is still in their prime. Facts.

[@liamjones8763]

One of my favorite players (Villa fan)

[@georgemorley1029]

The best epitaph came last. “Playing football is all I ever wanted to do.”

[@stackemqq]

What a legend. Shame there will be no more like him. Well I can hope :)

[@pphyjynx8217]

Without scholes United would never have won 13 league titles.

[@kidfrmicity2936]

@AdmiralOddSock scholes was the glue to the team without him i dont know how they wont win even half of those titles

[@kaykayandzazasisters5478]

@@kidfrmicity2936 people never really see that...but he was the glue

[@akshatbetala2813]

@AdmiralOddSock he was the glue

[@RandomMemes2009174561322]

True

[@fadhilraihan7966]

11 league titles u mean

[@arrahman1685]

Everyone said united was finish when Sir Alex retired..but,imo,the beautiful of united's play was actually finish whenever scholes announce his retirement... he made united look sexy and joy to watch..he is really the backbond of united's achievement in his decade...since that day,united were struggle and lost its identity...Moyes and LVG cant help..Mourinho is far from united's tradition..

[@killingyousoftly813]

Thank you Scholes for the wonderful and amazing contribution towards the world of football. He is my all time favourite player, Paul Scholes.

[@IKB28513]

He was a one off, epitome of a professional and when you’re recognised by your peers like he was, that shows how good you are.

[@shezaadkarim9123]

How much would he be worth I today's market? One of the best I have seen!

[@gershomtan7445]

Not for sale at any price

[@JoseGarcia-qb1qu]

I have the same opinion as DIMITAR BERBATOV. Thank you Berba. Scholes the Best in terms of passing ,crossing & change the game( i remenber some years ago Lyon was playing against United in the Uefa champions league match and Lyon was playing pushing deep Man U and Scholes was in the bench but when SCHOLES ENTERED in the in the field Lyon just disapeared ,it was like it was a hundred players in United against Lyon. Thank you Berbatov & all for your honest comments about Scholes as a player & really appreciated this video. Kids and those who doesn't know well football just know Gaúcho, Zidane, Fenómeno, Ronaldo ,Messi and forget the real classical players such as SCHOLES, INIESTA,GERRARD ,CHAVES & LAMPARD. Love from Angola.

[@allanm1946]

I am 50 now.and this brought tears to my eyes. Thank you Paul.

[@imazeu2]

Just watched it myself and I can agree with you, At 53 I watched them all come through, amazing talents but Paul was just unbelievable.

[@michaelgaskell2031]

How this man was never footballer of the year is beyond me 😕

[@celestineokobi3151]

Scholesssyyy!! Simply the best! You made me love the beautiful game growing up and are one of the main reasons i'm stuck on United for life.. Double thumbs up, great legend

[@Johnjrambo75]

Lovely tribute to one of the greatest players of all time.

[@mutyabaibrahim3055]

I love Scholes, can't tire watching his videos. Unfortunate for me to watch him only in retirement time

[@chrisneilson7]

Absolutely incredible, it's a shame he didn't get the credit he deserved whilst he was playing

[@brendanohare4123]

"No doubt,the best player his country has ever produced,my only regret is that I couldn't play as him,online,in FIFA" -every FIFA player ever

[@tracyanne3395]

show this to every city fan...scholes one of best utd players ever and we have had some top players...down to earth, top top man. what a player

[@leonardobaracchi7040]

I was just checking one interesting thing. If we don't consider the first 7 games of Scholes with England, in which he scored three goals, because they were all friendly matches, then he started playing in official matches as well. Since that moment he had 59 games with his national team. 38 of them were official ones and 21 were friendly ones. In those games he scored 11 times, 10 times in official games and just 1 in a friendly match. To me its super impressive how he scored almost only in games that counted, ten to one, being the games proportion a bit less than 3/5

[@uncontrollable343]

It’s a shame our international managers at the time couldn’t utilise him in the way Ferguson did.

[@Reck]

All those genuine world greats...and Micah Richards >

[@aerialkate]

Meanie! Micah Richards paid him a really great compliment. It was a lovely thing to say.

[@lukemccann]

It was the Jack Wilshere inclusion that wound me up

[@agt155]

Darren Fletcher?

[@kritav1111]

@@lukemccann Jack wilshere is still one of the greatest teenage Talents England had, he could have been great and plays a similar position, Micah Richards was out of the blue... Not saying Jack wilshere is world class or anything before people pounce on me, just saying it makes more sense for his comment to be there

[@ranjitnahal575]

Simply the best.

[@godscountryrebel3115]

Had eagle eyes for the impossible , such a humble lad , adored by millions but stayed out the limelight and evolved as football did . I love the way you have made this tribute to a man who not only had the heart to wear the shirt he had the brain to make it what it is .. scholes for me is a one of a kind

[@dannyboywhaa3146]

Any other country would’ve nick-named him the general, given him the captain’s armband and built a team around him for 10 years. We appoint Swedish mangers that shove him out on the left wing... and spend those 10 years arguing whether Gerrard and Lampard is better - obviously it was Gerrard lol... we had the Holy Grail all along - sat there humble and modest, in plain sight. He still did brilliant for England - but England would’ve been so much better built around him!

[@izdatsumcp]

England deserved not to win anything because they put him on the wing.

[@roadrunner1337]

I agree. Put your best player (by a mile) on the wing?

[@sudharshanve8519]

izdatsumcp When did England adopt wing play??

[@LongHoang-km6kp]

yeah right, they put their best midfielder to play in the left - those bull shit coachs.

[@paulbradnick786]

Thank Ericsson for that one

[@paulbradnick786]

@@apo5510 You're probably right..but the point i was going along with was arguably England's best centre mid player for a generation was pushed out to the left to accommodate the Gerrard /Lampard partnership and this happened more often than not under sven.

[@flappybat8437]

Beautiful player the best midfielder in world history no problem... love from Portugal 🇵🇹

[@neilmoore5387]

Seen all these plaudits before many times and it just shows you that Scholes was rated so highly. Zidane, Xavi, Henry’s comments are great , fucking ex England managers saying best of his generation but at the time they wanted Stevie Me and Lampard. Scholes was in a different league to those two. Along with Robbo and Eric my favourite three United players. Watching him live every week or so you really appreciated him more. He was always in about ten yards of space , one and two touch game , switching play , goals , hard as nails and he ran games. Speeded it up by spraying it out wide to feet or slow it down with his little short one and two touch passes. An absolute legend and a pleasure to watch. Well put together little plaudits on him and ending with him after last game with kids. Good to see Butch Wilkins in there. A great man. Missed. RIP.

[@krisztianmurzsa9971]

Who would've thought the best central midfielder in the history of the worlds most popular and revered sports game (football), would look like the least capable and intimidating fella on the pitch most of the time. Short, ginger, pale-skin, average build and physique. But absolute dynamite on the pitch. Truly one of the best to ever grace a football pitch. His intellect and mental fortitude, technical aptitude, competitive spirit, vision for the game and overall feel and impact... is simply unparalleled. Much respect.

[@mohdnasri5282]

only glenn hoddle utilized scholes talent as a central midfield for england team...one from the best midfield in premiership era... - arsenal fan

[@user-vq1dj2gf3o]

My favourite footballer of all time

[@bluestuey1]

A legend. A true legend. The best I have ever seen and totally devoted to United. Superb role model

[@mikeallen5433]

Top 4 Deep lying central midfielders of the past 25 years 1. Scholes 2. Xavi 3. Pirlo 4. Xabi Alonso

[@shavingryansprivate89]

I'd put Pirlo next to Scholes but hey, everyone has their opinion right? =)

[@mikeallen5433]

Yeh I kind of wasn't doing it in order was just saying they are the top 4 players who can play that role I think its tough to compare them as they are all brilliant players in their own right =)

[@shavingryansprivate89]

Well since you put it that way, I agree on every word you say then. I really like those who aren't gifted with flair, speed, and upper body strength but makes a lot of impact in a game, Thats why I love Pirlo and players like him =D

[@amadbond7877]

Don't forget luka modric...he is rare type of footballer

[@javarithms]

Mike Allen I agree except Xavi is on top because unlike Scholes he can actually tackle :)

[@zebical]

And he'd still make the current Utd team. Probably the first name on the team sheet also.

[@thesreerajrulz]

he can still walk into current 11

[@HasAfzal]

All the Spanish players raved about Scholes as he had the same technical ability they did as the Spanish are known for their passing. I'm a Spurs fan but Scholes was gifted a shame our England squad wasn't built around him. Look at Utd vs Barcelona when Xavi, Iniesta and Messi were on the pitch. Scholes still outclassed them.

[@brrrrrtenjoyer]

Scholes still outclassed them? Think we were both watching two different games were we?

[@arryrocks9167]

Watching again for I don't know how many times. Thank you Holmes96 for what is probably the best Scholes tribute I've ever seen. And the music, always makes me emotional. Let's hope Bruno evokes a similar compilation 10 years on. Sure, different type players but similar impact. Thank you again for this, one of the best ever on the tube.

[@biskitz86913]

Hate to admit it but he was the best english player I have ever seen. Arsenal and Utds rivalry is usually summed up by Viera v Keane but Scholes was a lot more scary to me

[@kenobecks3359]

Holmezy17 Brilliant video pal, be good if you could send this to Jamie Carragher, who rates Scholes behind Lampard and Gerrard. They are 2 great midfielders, but not of Scholes class, not spoken about how Scholes has been, from Zidane and ronaldihno, 2 of the best genious players ever...... However I am sure you missed another legends quote n Scholes, Dalglish once said something, a compliment from him to Scholes is also a brilliant gesture.

[@Holmes1]

Thanks mate! Appreciate it

[@rahulmalik51296]

Keno Becks carragher knows who is the best but wont admit , every time gary neville speaks out , jamie has no answer . carragher has his own opinions which have no sense . iF you score a goal or two in finals then you are best player .. that's his opinions . He doesn't think deep . He doesn't give credit to scholes for his passing , his composure, controlling the tempo . infact everything was through scholes in his time at UNITED

[@Addicted2Trance09]

Keno Becks Scholes is miles above anyone ever in the prem Jammie car robber is just a bitter scouser simple

[@rickytan3483]

+Keno Becks That is why England never win any World or European Cup with Lampard and Gerrard in midfield. These two are not in the same league as Scholes. Michael Carrick is better choice then those two.

[@kenobecks3359]

Ricky Tan Completely agree

[@blackconduit_fpv7099]

Everyword that was said is so true! ❤️ Scholesy

[@subramaniamshivan6412]

dont know why, my eyes in tears while i watch this,miss him badly,,midfield maestro

[@maxdekok1999]

Even after watching this video I still feel that Scholes doesn't get the credits that players like Xavi, Zidane, Pirlo and Iniesta get. I think Scholes is the best midfielder I've ever seen. Call me crazy if you want, but this is just my opinion.

[@ivanhendy5298]

U ain't crazy Bro your right 💯💯💯

[@whitehead1187]

As a united follower I always knew he would leave a giant void when he did retire, united had such a classy style of play, keeping possession and then being able to break at pace when the time was right. He was the brain that made it all work, knowing the perfect pass and then doing it perfect, it was like he had a birds eye view. I don't think there will be another like him, there are probably 2 or 3 every 15-20 years come along capable of doing what he does. Madrid, Bayern, united, barca, Chelsea etc. are all trying desperately to find one of the next crop, and the ones that do will be the ones winning big games in an attractive way.

[@Holmes1]

he was the heart of United

[@nellik7]

Brings tears to my eyes...a legend deeply missed. Luv 2 you Scholesy!

[@Cabdalllah]

Paul I Miss U Playing ❤

[@manchesteraholic5859]

There's a reason ManUtd haven't won the league since the year Paul Scholes retired

[@anc6368]

Should've been the first name on the England teamsheet and had the team built around him for 10 years. 'BUT GERRARD & LAMPARD' everyone screamed. My advice to any young English player with real talent & flair? Move to Spain asap. That way you gain citizenship earlier. You won't be doing anything with England.

[@Anhvu619nana]

+anc6368 yes that is bullshit tbh. Build a team around Scholes and they'd have a serious chance in WCs. With speedy CFs like Rooney and Owen Scholes killer balls would be PERFECT. But no, Gerrard who slipped and Lampard who cant defend and cant pass long got promoted.

[@rahulmalik51296]

The reason was simple . Gerrard was more of a highlight man who would score wonderful goals from long range and great tackle . Scholesy was different . He never wanted to be highlight . he made others around him better , made his team better . The FA opted to kiss the camera rather than trophies

[@lovinglifeforreaal5689]

I can't understand that eather. I'm not from England. But scholes is so awesome. I don't see anything special in gerrard/lampard. Scholes is obviously number one so why where the English people always talking about gerrard/lampard? (i'm dutch btw. )

[@hugoa2637]

People chose blame Gerrard simply because he played for Liverpool and they don't like him. Beckham was the media darling, but he could only play on the right in a 4-4-2, he was totally ineffective in any other position or formation. So England played 4-4-2 for Beckham's sake, leaving room for only 2 central midfielders. Gerrard and Lampard were far too good to be left out. They were 2 of the best players in World football at the time. Scholes was good, but not rated as highly as he is nowadays (revisionists make him out to be better than he was). Gerrard and Lampard was an unbalanced midfield, Gerrard liked to roam forward and was bloody good at it, Lampard was practically a second striker for Chelsea. Everyone loves to hark on about how England should have "built the team around Scholes", but I'd love to see them have a go at that. Seriously, try to fit all the top players England had back then into one XI, all in their respective best positions. No leaving out Gerrard or Lampard as that's just ludicrous. It was pretty much impossible.

[@agendaevarist5791]

@@hugoa2637 scholes was a complete player that he could play anywhere in the midfield area but gerald could only accomodate that central mieldfied area,that was the reason scholes was put to the left/right???

[@KryptonitetoallBS]

We have never seen his like before in English football and we may never see it again. To think players like Gerrard and Lampard (as good as they are) were given preferential treatment to a unique talent like Scholes is laughable. He is a true genius with not only passing skills beyond belief but also the finishing ability of a natural goal scorer !!!

[@Holmes1]

it is unbelievable isn't it

[@davithambardzumyan39]

I got the honor of seeing Scholes from 5 feet signing autographs at Old Trafford before MU vs Lille on September 18th 2001.Legend

[@thomasreynolds771]

Something that really pisses me off. I'm utd red, so I hate Liverpool. But Gerrard is an awesome player. Now, this is what pisses me off lol. How the fuck did we have Gerrard + Scholes in 1 England team and not rule football? Why was some cockney tit that can take penalties involved? Think about it. Gerrard, Scholes - Scholes dictating play, Gerrard going forward with Scholes in support. 2 wingers, 1 forward and a DM. Instead Scholes on the left and Lampard does sweet FA with Gerrard doing all he can. Reason why he retired from England was simply because he was wasted, and he knew it. He just didn't have the ego to play his face. Not a Lampard hater, he's decent enough. But he isn't Gerrard or Scholes standard. No one is.

[@jamesbrennan2837]

Because you never appointed a manager with balls big enough to tell Lampard to sit on the bench and have Paul Scholes as the first name on the team sheet in the centre of midfield. Simple as! One of the most unappreciated talents ever to play for any national side. I would have loved to have seen him put to better use on the international stage. And this coming from an Irish man! An awful shame!

[@thomasreynolds771]

James Brennan Not so sure what to say about the balls part. I don't think anyone wanted Erikkson though. Or the wally and Capello tried but Scholes was too stubborn.

[@jamesbrennan2837]

Tom Reyno So it wasn't a lack of courage then? The English media wouldn't have crucified them for dropping Gerrard or Lampard, especially if results didn't go to plan? Then, unfortunately, the only option you're left with is tactical ineptitude. Maybe it was a bit of both! And too stubborn? How was he too stubborn? When he made himself available he was played out of position in order to accommodate the biggest failing of a midfield partnership by the two above for England in a long time.

[@thomasreynolds771]

James Brennan He wouldn't come back. He could of walked into the starting XI, easily. But he was too stubborn and chose to stay retired.

[@Boy10Dio]

gerrard, scholes and lampard if thats not a perfect midfield trio then there will never be a perfect midfield trio lol, always baffled me that no manager could find a formation they could all work in

[@abdulazizmuhabdad5883]

He's the master ... He's the teacher ... One more . .. He's the phenomenom ... What a comment 👏👏👏 Messi ... Berkamp .. Ronaldo nazario🔥🔥🔥

[@jamarjamard.chamberlain1298]

Wonderful👌 Video the best👍 on #trending

[@Hardysamnin]

I was lucky enough to meet him when he was about 17 and his attitude was no different even then. Humble as fuck and a true gent.