What did Pirlo say about Scholes?

Andrea Pirlo described Scholes as: "technically one of the best I have seen - not just one of the best Englishmen, but quite simply just one of the best." Speaking to Shortlist, the New York City FC midfielder also spoke highly of fellow MLS newcomer Steven Gerrard.

What Xavi said about Scholes?

?️ Xavi Hernández: "Paul Scholes! A role model. For me, he's the best central midfielder I've seen in the last 15, 20 years. He's spectacular."

Is Paul Scholes better than Gerrard?

“The [debate] has always been who's better: Scholes, Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard. In my humble opinion, Scholes was the best. “People who played with him and against him know that he was so special and unique. He could do everything except the tackle!”

How many FA Cups has Paul Scholes won?

Scholes won an astonishing haul of trophies at Old Trafford, which also included 11 Premier League titles, four FA Cups, three League Cups and a World Club Cup, but it's that first Champions League trophy which will always cast a doubt in his mind.

How many titles did Scholes win?

Paul Scholes is one of the most decorated players in English football winning a total of 25 major trophies, including 11 Premier League Titles, the most by any English player, and two Champions League titles.

Did Paul Scholes win the treble?

Paul Scholes has revealed how he was on the receiving end of a legendary Sir Alex Ferguson telling-off, just moments before Manchester United won the first of their famous treble in 1999.

Is Paul Scholes the best midfielder?

And that is why Paul Scholes deserved to be labelled as the greatest midfielder of the Premier League era. He's a player who has lasted at the top longer than almost all others in world football, especially those in the Premier League, and is one of the sport's greatest role models.

How old was Scholes when he came out of retirement?

In August 2018, Scholes briefly came out of retirement from football at the age of 43 and played a match for his son's team, Royton Town of the Manchester Football League Premier Division, against Stockport Georgians.

What type of player was Paul Scholes?

Very rarely does a footballer receive such high praise from his peers, but Paul Scholes was different. He was the midfield maestro who spent his entire professional career – bar a match for Royston Town – at Manchester United in one of the most dominant English teams in Premier League history.

What did Zidane say about Gerrard?

Zinedine Zidane

“There was a point when Gerrard was the best midfield player in the world. It is unusual to get complete midfield players who can do everything, but that is what he was.”

Who is better between Gerrard and Lampard?

On stats alone, Lampard may look like he has the upper hand with 274 club goals compared to Gerrard's 190. He also won three Premier League titles with Chelsea, a competition that eluded the Liverpool legend throughout his career.

What do players say about Paul Scholes?

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.”

What footballers say about Paul Scholes?

"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." "The truly great English midfield player of the generation.

Who did Xavi say is the best midfielder ever?

Barcelona's Xavi says that Paul Scholes is the best midfielder of the last two decades.

Did Scholes retire and come back?

Scholes had returned to United during January of that season, having initially retired after the previous season. Having not found coaching to his liking at the time though, he asked Sir Alex Ferguson if he could make a comeback, and he subsequently made his return – ironically against City – soon after.

Is Paul Scholes retired?

Manchester United stalwart Paul Scholes today called time on a glorious playing career, announcing his retirement at the age of 36. He will continue to play a role at the club, as he joins United's coaching staff.

Why did Scholes retire from England?

According to the former Lazio manager, Scholes walked away because of the "heat" and he struggled to produce his best form in the hot weather England experienced at international tournaments. "Many times it was too hot for him, he suffered from a little bit of asthma," Sven said during an interview with The Daily Mail.

Who does Zidane think is the best player?

Zinedine Zidane, praised by many as the best player of his generation, says the greatest player he ever played alongside was Real Madrid team-mate Ronaldo.

Who is the best central midfielder Ever?

Frank Lampard

• Date Of Birth : 20 June 1978, Height : 183 cm.
• Nation : England, Caps : 90 Games (23 Goals)
• Position : Box-To-Box Midfielder, Major Club : Chelsea.
• World Cup Participation : 2006, 2010 (9 Games)
• Club Honours : 3 Times English Premier League.
• 3 Times FA Cup, 2 Times League Cup.

Who is the best English midfielder Ever?

Best English midfielders in history

• Bobby Charlton. The first football player who is on our list for the. ...
• Steven Gerrard. The next midfielder from the best English midfielders of all time is the former. ...
• Paul Scholes. ...
• Frank Lampard. ...
• David Beckham. ...
• Paul Gascoigne. ...
• Colin Bell. ...
• Glenn Hoddle.

Does Paul Scholes have a daughter?

Alicia Scholes has enjoyed a dramatic rise through England's age groups since her first international tournament at the start of 2018. Scholes, daughter of former Manchester United and England midfielder Paul, has risen from the U17 side right to the U21s in little over 12 months.

Where is Paul Scholes House?

A £3.85 million mansion belonging to football legend Paul Scholes has been sold after ten months. The huge property in Grasscroft, Saddleworth, is the most expensive on the market in the borough.