Man Utd coach Phil Jones outlines method of sidelining teammate through numerous kicks in presence of Sir Alex Ferguson, as claimed in recent declaration.
In the world of football, rivalries often brew from intense matches and fierce competition. However, the story of Joshua King and Phil Jones, two players who once shared the pitch at Manchester United, stems from an incident during their youth days that has left a lasting impact.
Joshua King, who recently made his Manchester United first-team debut, had a promising career ahead of him. But his path to stardom took an unexpected turn during an FA Youth Cup match against Blackburn Rovers, where Phil Jones and Grant Hanley were part of the opposing team.
The match, which took place at Ewood Park, saw Jones and Hanley reportedly "kick seven bells out of United," resulting in a 3-0 victory for Blackburn. The incident left a lasting impression on Sir Alex Ferguson, who at the time was close to Big Sam Allardyce, the Blackburn manager.
Ferguson, known for his keen eye for talent, had recently given King his Manchester United debut. However, the incident seemed to have soured Ferguson's view of the young striker, with reports suggesting that he vowed never to play King again.
Years later, Jones jokingly claimed that he may have ruined King's United career, but King retaliated with a few kicks of his own over the years. Despite Jones making a total of 229 appearances for Manchester United compared to King's two, the rivalry between the two remains a fascinating footnote in football history.
Interestingly, both players have had successful careers post-Manchester United. King found his best form at Bournemouth, scoring 53 goals in 183 games, while Jones retired from football in 2024 after spending 12 years at Manchester United.
In 2023, King played for Everton FC, marking a new chapter in his career. As for Jones, his name recently resurfaced in the media, not for his footballing exploits, but for a potential return to Manchester United, this time in the form of Marcus Rashford.
The story of Joshua King and Phil Jones serves as a reminder that football is not just about the glorious victories and record-breaking performances. Sometimes, it's the unexpected incidents and the personal rivalries that make the beautiful game even more intriguing.
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