Joe Riley

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Manchester United debutant Joe Riley posts 'throwback' picture of himself with Cristiano Ronaldo as a youngster

* Joe Riley came on as substitute in Manchester United's win at Shrewsbury
* The 19-year-old made debut after being introduced at start of second half
* Manchester United cruised to a 3-0 victory in FA Cup fifth-round tie
* He posted a picture on Instagram of him as a boy with Cristiano Ronaldo

Joe Riley made his debut for Manchester United against Shrewsbury on Monday night - showing he had come a long way from the young boy who once stopped Cristiano Ronaldo for a picture in a car park.

The 19-year-old came on as a second-half substitute for fellow teenager Cameron Borthwick-Jackson at Greenhous Meadow, impressing at left back as Louis van Gaal's side cruised to a comfortable 3-0 victory.

'It's a dream come true. I've been at the club since I was six,' said Riley after the game. 'It was a very proud moment.'



Joe Riley took to Instagram to post a picture of himself with Cristiano Ronaldo from when he was younger



Riley made his debut for Manchester United against Shrewsbury on Monday night

Last month, the youngster took to Instagram to post a picture of himself and Ronaldo - while the Portuguese superstar was still at Manchester United - with the caption: 'Throwback to my youth. Learning from the best'.

The Red Devils were already two goals ahead when he was introduced at Shrewsbury, thanks to strikes by Chris Smalling and Juan Mata in the first 45 minutes, before seeing Jesse Lingard complete the scoring after the break.

He is one of a host of academy graduates to feature recently under Van Gaal. As well as Lingard and Borthwick-Jackson, Donald Love also made his debut last week and Will Keane also appeared as a substitute on Monday night.

Van Gaal declared himself satisfied after the victory on Monday night, but is still not entirely content following their recent struggles.

When asked if he was feeling better than he did before the match, the Dutchman told BT Sport: 'No, I'm satisfied, that's different. I was also feeling well before the match. It's a matter of profession.'

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RILEY ECSTATIC AT MANCHESTER UNITED DEBUT

Manchester United youngster Joe Riley has spoken of his pride following a first-team debut that he described as a "dream come true".

The Blackpool-born utility player became the latest in a long line of Academy prospects to be handed their bow by Louis van Gaal when the new no.49 replaced fellow youngster Cameron Borthwick-Jackson to complete a full half of competitive action in United's Emirates FA Cup win over Shrewsbury Town.

"I’m very, very happy as this is something I have always dreamed of," Riley told MUTV. "Standing on the touchline waiting to come on, wearing the shirt with your name on the back, is something that every lad coming through the system is proud to do and it was the same for me – it’s a dream come true."

Riley was an unused sub in the away defeat to Midtjylland last week, but was more than ready to answer his manager’s call at Greenhous Meadow on Monday evening with the youngster clearly delighted to have been elevated to the senior squad.

"It [the past week] has been a great experience for me - out of this world,” he added. “I’m learning so much from the players who are all top lads.

"My mum and my sister have always said that they would come to my first game, but they didn’t travel to Denmark because it’s a bit too far. They were here tonight though and it was a really proud moment for me and for my family too."

Van Gaal will no doubt have been impressed by Riley’s professionalism during a confident and assured display at left-back, something that the 19-year-old hopes will keep him in the manager’s thoughts in the coming weeks.

"I was told to play my game because that is what has got me to the first team, so I did that and took it in my stride," he said. "I enjoyed it. Obviously [I now want play more], but I just need to keep doing what I’m doing, keep pushing as hard as I can and see where the manager takes me."

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Nih orang dikit bgt reviewnya. Yang lebih dikenal pemain bury fc dgn nama sama.. More display from youngster, asal jgn dipake hanya karena ga ada pilihan aja

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mantep reviewnya

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Setelah tampil sebagai pengganti pas lawan Shrewebury, hari ini Joe Riley dapat kesempatan lebih untuk main sejak awal pertandingan. Congrats

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Riley: U21s must prove winning mentality



Joe Riley says Manchester United Reserves coach Warren Joyce has told his Under-21 squad they need to prove they are winners.

The Reds are in action at Old Trafford again on Monday evening when Middlesbrough provide the opposition in another key game during the title run-in. After attracting a crowd of 9,257 for the 1-1 draw with Chelsea, it is hoped an even bigger turn-out can help cheer the youngsters on in the last home match of the season.

With leaders Sunderland due to complete their schedule at Tottenham Hotspur on the same evening, three points for Joyce's side will put his team firmly in the driving seat heading into the final three away games.

Full-back Riley has clocked up 14 starts for Joyce's men this season, a figure bettered only by skipper James Weir.

"Obviously, the ambition is to win the league," Riley told ManUtd.com. "We’ve got tough games coming up but we’re all ready and all want to win the league. Everyone is fit and ready for the games so we’ll have to wait and see.

"Warren always says to us to get it into our systems that we want to be winners. If you want to be at this club, you’ve got to win things. So, as for the Under-21 Premier League, I know for a fact all the lads want to win the league and we all want that medal. Everyone is determined to win that.

"Of course, there’s a buzz when you lift a trophy. At a younger age, it’s not as competitive but, now we’re in a competitive league, everyone wants to win it."

Riley did win the Mercedes-Benz Junior Cup and Milk Cup during his Academy days but is desperate to add to his medal cabinet.

"It was a good tournament and a good set-up," he said of the Junior Cup triumph in Germany.

"It was an honour to win the Player of the Tournament but I think winning the Under-21 Premier League is something else really.

"I was an Under-18 and [then-coach] Paul McGuinness did lots of turns, safe turns, with us so we had to bring a lot of that stuff into that kind of indoor game. I was alright at that and it suited me well.

"I won the Milk Cup as well in my first year in the Academy. Oliver McBurnie, who is at Swansea now, scored the winner and he did well for us."

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RILEY REVEALS BACKGROUND TO CRISTIANO RONALDO PICTURE

Manchester United youngster Joe Riley has recounted his meeting with Cristiano Ronaldo that led to the picture he posted to his Instagram followers.

The 19-year-old has enjoyed a fabulous season, helping the Under-21s win the title and making two first-team appearances. As a schoolboy at the Aon Training Complex, the full-back explained how he decided to make the most of a photo opportunity with the current Real Madrid star.

"I put that on Instagram before I’d played in the first team," Riley told ManUtd.com. "I’ve got to repost that soon! I put it on without thinking anything about it.

"My nan took that in the Carrington car park and it’s gone viral so she was thinking it’s all a bit crazy! I was probably about 11 or something like that. I remember being in the car park when all the first-teamers were coming out to their cars. It was me, my mum and my nan and we were about to leave but I said I just need a quick picture. Who doesn’t want a photo with Ronaldo? He was really nice about it.

"It's the same now - everyone is great. Even growing up with the senior players, when I trained with them, I was a bit apprehensive at first but they are all top lads. They bring you in and speak to you. They are all really nice guys."

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RILEY ECSTATIC AT MANCHESTER UNITED DEBUT

Manchester United youngster Joe Riley has spoken of his pride following a first-team debut that he described as a "dream come true".

The Blackpool-born utility player became the latest in a long line of Academy prospects to be handed their bow by Louis van Gaal when the new no.49 replaced fellow youngster Cameron Borthwick-Jackson to complete a full half of competitive action in United's Emirates FA Cup win over Shrewsbury Town.

"I’m very, very happy as this is something I have always dreamed of," Riley told MUTV. "Standing on the touchline waiting to come on, wearing the shirt with your name on the back, is something that every lad coming through the system is proud to do and it was the same for me – it’s a dream come true."

Riley was an unused sub in the away defeat to Midtjylland last week, but was more than ready to answer his manager’s call at Greenhous Meadow on Monday evening with the youngster clearly delighted to have been elevated to the senior squad.

"It [the past week] has been a great experience for me - out of this world,” he added. “I’m learning so much from the players who are all top lads.

"My mum and my sister have always said that they would come to my first game, but they didn’t travel to Denmark because it’s a bit too far. They were here tonight though and it was a really proud moment for me and for my family too."

Van Gaal will no doubt have been impressed by Riley’s professionalism during a confident and assured display at left-back, something that the 19-year-old hopes will keep him in the manager’s thoughts in the coming weeks.

"I was told to play my game because that is what has got me to the first team, so I did that and took it in my stride," he said. "I enjoyed it. Obviously [I now want play more], but I just need to keep doing what I’m doing, keep pushing as hard as I can and see where the manager takes me."

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RILEY'S CAREER STILL ON THE RISE



The second in a five-part series of exclusive interviews with some of Manchester United's young stars hoping for a big 2016/17 season features Joe Riley...

When United faced Shrewsbury Town in the FA Cup in February, it was a special moment for Joe Riley. A youngster who has been connected with the Reds since the age of six made his debut and followed it up with a start against Midtjylland three days later.

The nerves, which must have threatened to be all-consuming, failed to get the better of the 19-year-old. "The first game was obviously a dream come true," he said. "I had a dry mouth going onto the pitch but I think I did quite well. It was good to be able to start in the next game against Midtjylland at Old Trafford as well. It was unbelievable."

Riley sensed there could be an opening on the trip to Denmark for the first leg of the Europa League tie as a number of full-backs were unavailable. "I’d never have thought about that happening this season," he conceded. "But I saw all the injuries we had and remember saying to everyone: ‘This is the best chance for me, I’m never going to get another chance like this again! I need to get there!’

"Louis van Gaal called me in and said I’d got that call and I was going to be travelling with them. He spoke to us youngsters and said: ‘Congratulations, you’ve made the squad.’ To hear that from the manager was unbelievable. My first trip flying away in Europe with the first team and it was just crazy with all the press and everything that goes with it."

After making the flight to Scandinavia but failing to get off the bench, it was even sweeter when he started in the second leg.

"I wanted to try to go out and play my own game, as though it were an Under-21 match, and did not want to put too much pressure on myself," he said. "I wanted to just go out and enjoy the experience and play like I can. It's definitely more nerve-wracking. I tried not to take the fans in. When you’re actually playing and you’re concentrating on the game, you kind of zone out from the fans. It’s only when you have a throw-in or there’s a stoppage in play that you realise and think ‘wow’. When you’re playing, it’s okay."

One positive foray forward led to a good chance for Morgan Schneiderlin as the rookie did himself justice in front of the home supporters. "I remember putting in a cross onto Morgan’s head and he hit a post," Riley recalls. "To hear the fans go ‘Oooh’, it was unbelievable to know it’s all come from you as well."

Riley's rise was even more remarkable considering he was only converted full time into a left-back by Under-21 coach Warren Joyce after moving up last year. In his younger days, he was much more of a winger and things did not necessarily all go his own way in the Under-18s in his time as a second-year scholar.

By being moulded into a defender, he forced his way into Joyce's plans at the higher age level and ended up making 19 appearances in the championship-winning team. The unforgettable glimpse of first-team action aside, such an achievement cannot be underestimated as it is traditionally difficult for youngsters adapting to their first season as professionals by moving up from boys' football. It is a physical challenge and hard work is a necessity, something which the Lytham-raised prospect wisely embraced.

"It’s the same when you step up to the Under-18s," he said. "At any age, it’s hard to get into the team. To get into the Under-21s, playing at left-back too, which is not really my position, and be appearing regularly – if you'd said it to me at the start of the season, I’d have been delighted with that.

"Warren gets us all fit. I’m definitely a lot fitter and stronger this season. I’ve just been working a lot on my left side and left foot really. At the start of the season, Guillermo Varela was with the Under-21s and Cameron [Borthwick-Jackson] but then eventually he went up so there was a little spot for a left-back. I grasped that with both hands to get time in the team and play there. A few players have gone up to the first team so I’ve played pretty much all of the games this season."

As with a number of players, the question about his long-term position is a pertinent one. He switched to the right-hand side of defence towards the very end of the campaign and that clearly is an option next term. "Eventually, I might move to right-back next season," he said. "I’ve no idea obviously, but, if I keep playing and performing well, I’ll play wherever, to be honest.

"My preference is I’m a right-back definitely. People probably don’t take into consideration that I’m not on my strongest side. I like to cross the ball and to do it on my left side is a lot harder. So preferably I’m a right-sided player who likes to cross the ball but, wherever I’m playing, if it keeps me in the team, I’ll happily always stay at left-back!

"I’ve always preferred full-back, to be honest, because I like to drive out with the ball," he stated. "I like having all the space to move into and run the pitch if I can. But I’ve always been an attacking player. I’ve done a lot of work on my defensive attributes. To be fair, it wasn’t something I had to do a lot last year [at Under-18 level] but, as a full-back, I’m definitely more attacking. Being truthful, I think you need that now in the modern game."

Riley looks very much a 21st-century full-back in the Luke Shaw mould, capable of launching attacks with lung-bursting raids down the flank and linking with his colleagues. Capable of operating in a more advanced role due to his education as a winger, the teenager still has plenty to learn about the game but his stamina is already a valuable asset.

"If you look at someone like Luke, he bombs forward all the time and is obviously a great left-back," Riley continued. "It’s good watching him get forward but also defending as well. I’d like to take that into my game. I've not really played as a wing-back before but I definitely think that role could be calling my name, to be honest."

The youth system at Old Trafford is continuing to work well and the Under-21 title triumph is further evidence of the fact that young players are on track for success. There is pride in witnessing teenagers adapting to life in the first team and a genuine sense this lifts every player representing the club at a lower age group. "I don’t think anyone has let the side down," commented Riley. "Everyone has done well, whether they’ve come in from the Under-21s or even the Under-18s such as Marcus [Rashford] and Timmy [Fosu-Mensah] – everyone has done well."

In terms of the future, the full-back continues to have ambitions that are far less outlandish than they would have sounded at the start of the 2015/16 campaign. Boosted by his first-team involvement, and exploits with Joyce's Under-21s, he has every reason to aim high when he returns for pre-season training. Travelling on tour is certainly a long-held goal, an experience that would surely eclipse that of flying to Denmark with the first team on European duty.

"I’m hoping for that involvement at some point," he admitted. "I think it’s everyone’s dream to go on a pre-season tour and we saw Gossy [Sean Goss] do it last year. We’ll see how it all goes and, if I get picked to go on tour, it will be an absolute quality experience to go to China."

Riley knows how hard he will have to work to ensure this objective is fulfilled but last term's progress proved his endeavour and application are ensuring he is heading in the right direction.

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