SIR ALEX FERGUSON PRESENTS
PLAYER OF THE YEAR
AWARDS 2012
WELCOME Welcome to the 2012 Player of the Year Awards dinner. In the last few years, this has become a firm favourite in the calendars of many United fans and it’s certainly one that’s delivered some good memories. I write these notes without knowing the result of the title race. But whatever the outcome, this has been a terrific season. Injuries to key players like Nemanja Vidic and Darren Fletcher notwithstanding, to have amassed so many points is a great achievement, regardless of whether that has secured the ultimate prize or not. This season, we have seen a number of outstanding performances from not only the First Team, but also the Reserve and Academy sides, with another league title and a semi final appearance in the FA Youth Cup respectively. All of these achievements have been a team effort, from the coaching staff and the players, through the backroom and general staff to you the fans - whose support is so important, whether at Old Trafford or in far flung corners of the world. However, there have been a number of individuals whose performances have stood out and it’s these individuals who will be recognised tonight.
Sir Alex Ferguson
ORDER OF EVENTS 7:00PM
ARRIVAL 8:00PM
WELCOME BY HOST FOR THE EVENING 8:30PM
DINNER TO BE SERVED 9:30PM
AWARDS PRESENTATION Jimmy Murphy Young Player of the Year (Academy) Denzil Haroun Reserve Team Player of the Year
9:45PM
DESSERT AND COFFEE TO BE SERVED 10:00PM
AWARDS PRESENTATION Goal of the Season Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year Award (Voted by the fans) Players’ Player of the Year
10:50PM
AUCTION 11:20PM
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT 12:30AM
BAR CLOSES 1:00AM
CARRIAGES
All proceeds from tonight’s auction will be donated to the Manchester United Foundation. The Manchester United Foundation is the charity arm of the Club and uses the passion for Manchester United to educate, motivate and inspire young people to build a better life for themselves and improve the communities they live in. The Foundation works in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the UK to deliver football coaching, skills training, personal development and life changing experiences. Through football, we encourage individuals to develop as players and more importantly as people. Each year the Foundation hosts a number of exclusive events and fundraising activities. The annual trek is, this year, being lead by United Legend Gary Neville along Hadrian’s Wall. Gary will be joined by old teammates Nicky Butt and Ben Thornley for the expedition, and you can join them too from 9-11th October 2012. If you would like to get involved in this once-in-a-lifetime experience or find out what else the Foundation has coming up please visit www.mufoundation.org or call 0161 868 8600.
Thank you for your support.
AUCTION PRIZES PRIZE 1
PRIZE 4
PRIZE 2
The opportunity for four people to walk out into the Theatre of Dreams and take a penalty shot each in front of the match day crowd. You will be announced onto the pitch at half-time during the 2012/13 season at Old Trafford. The prize also includes four match tickets with dining in hospitality so you can enjoy the whole experience along with a keepsake photograph.
THE OPPORTUNITY TO PRESENT THE SIR MATT BUSBY PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD, AS VOTED BY THE FANS MASCOT FOR THE DAY
The chance for a child (aged between 7-14) to lead the team out with the Manchester United Captain on the day at the Theatre of Dreams. This prize will include full kit and four match tickets to a match within the 2012/13 season at Old Trafford.
PRIZE 3
CARRINGTON EXPERIENCE FOR 2
A trip for two people to visit the Manchester United training ground down at Carrington. This prize will include a tour of the training ground, a chance to watch the first team train and an opportunity to meet and get photos with the players. After spending the morning at Carrington you will be taken to the 5-star Lowry Hotel where you can freshen up before heading to Australasia, Manchester’s hottest restaurant and bar, for cocktails and dinner.
PENALTY SHOOTOUT ON THE PITCH AT OLD TRAFFORD
PRIZE 5
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE AWAY TRIP
This is your opportunity to travel with the team on official MU charter flight to a Champions League away fixture in the 2012/13 season. You’ll be given the chance to see the team train at the stadium on the day of arrival, watch the game, plus enjoy accommodation at a top hotel with dinner and drinks included.
MENU STARTER Confit of duck leg and Foie Gras Terrine, young salad leaves red onion and blueberry marmalade, cranberry and rosemary croute Pressed char grilled vegetable terrine (V) sundried tomato and red pepper chutney, black pepper and Vicenza cheese crisp
MAIN COURSE Surf and Turf Tornedos of Lancashire beef on wilted spinach, scallop and Bury black pudding brochette, lobster and sole parcel with sea weed butter, dauphinoise potato, baby vegetables and Sancerre reduction Vegetarian Surf and Turf (V) Peppered vegetarian beef steak on wilted spinach, white polenta and vegetarian black pudding brochette, truffle and halloumi parcel with sea weed butter, dauphinoise potato, baby vegetables and Sancerre reduction
DESSERT Pear Belle Hellene Stuffed Poached pear, pear William parfait, pear crisp and a warm Chocolate pouring saucet
WINE LIST WHITE WINE Broken Rock Chenin Blanc – South Africa Ca Lunghetta Pinot Grigio – Italy Redwood Pass Sauvignon Blanc – New Zealand Domaine Dampt Chablis – France
£21.00 £22.95 £29.95 £40.00
RED WINE D’Autrefois Pinot Noir – France Grant Burge Shiraz – Australia Rioja Vega Crianza – Spain Chateau Gigognan Chateauneuf De Pape – France
£21.00 £22.95 £28.00 £40.00
SPARKLING Concha Y Toro Casillero Del Diablo Chardonnay Brut – Chile
£20.00
ROSÉ Sandhill Crane Zinfandel Rose – USA
£20.00
CHAMPAGNE Lanson Black Label Brut N/V Lanson Rosé Label Brut N/V Lanson Extra Age N/V
OFFICIAL WINE PARTNER OF MANCHESTER UNITED
£50.00 £50.00 £85.00
THANK YOU FOR ANOTHER MEMORABLE SEASON Manchester United’s partners congratulate Sir Alex and the players on another season of entertaining and exciting football. They would also like to thank them for their support in creating campaigns which have helped deliver the magic of Manchester United to fans around the world.
2010/11 WINNERS SIR MATT BUSBY PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD JAVIER HERNANDEZ PLAYERS’ PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD NANI GOAL OF THE SEASON WAYNE ROONEY (v MAN CITY) BARCLAYS PREMIER LEAGUE, 12.2.2012
DENZIL HAROUN RESERVE TEAM PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD OLIVER GILL JIMMY MURPHY YOUNG PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD (ACADEMY) RYAN TUNNICLIFFE
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