The Olympics is an once in a lifetime event for some – especially for Ryan Giggs, captain of team GB, who has never competed in a international tournament. Stuart Pearce calls the appointment, “easiest of his career”. Ryan thinks being named captain of team GB, a “massive honour”.
Let’s move onto United’s other team GB player. Some call him “The Brand”, also known by his real name Tom Cleverley, who’s looking for some redemption after starting off last season in sizzling hot form.
Unfortunately, his struggle with injuries started after a late slide tackle by Kevin Davies, and he regained fitness at the end of the season. Paul Scholes magical form blocked him from a return to the starting 11. He is looking to add a gold medal and cause a selection headache for Sir Alex next season.
I have been known for taking a fondness towards Rafael. The guy is feisty, enthusiastic, and very passionate. He plays his huge Brazilian heart out every time he plays for United, and I won’t be surprised when he comes back to Manchester better then ever and in top shape after training with the likes of Neymar, Hulk, Leonardo Damiao, Marcelo, Dani Alves, and Alexander Pato.
He also got the experience of starting against Brazil arch rivals Argentina who’ve players like Messi, Aguero, Di Maria, and Lavezzi.
Lastly, the man who got the prestigious honour of captaining a country and is next in succession to Iker Casillas is none other than David de Gea. He will lead the Spaniards into battle like Spain’s current national team captain Iker Casillas has for the first team.
David won the U21 European Championship last year before signing with United, will he do it again with Spain and capture Olympic gold before the start of the new season?
Four players. Three teams. Two captains. One Goal. London 2012
Written by Tyler DunneFollow me on Twitter @BlatterAGenius
