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03-30-2005, 08:18 AM
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Tale of the tape: Manu vs. Man U
Web Posted: 03/30/2005 12:32 AM CST
San Antonio Express-News
Manu Ginobili has helped lead the Spurs to two consecutive victories with Tim Duncan sidelined, including an impressive 83-70 triumph over the Houston Rockets on Sunday. But how does Manu stack up against English soccer power Man U?
Manu also known as: Emanuel
Man U also known as: Manchester United
Manu's age: 27 years old
Man U's age: 127 years old
Manu's Spurs: His employer
Man U's Spurs: A league rival, aka Tottenham Hotspur. Concidentally, Steve Nash grew up dreaming of playing for these Spurs.
Manu's reputation: An All-Star guard known for his flair and fearless drives to the basket.
Man U's reputation: The Yankees of professional soccer.
Manu's money: Signed a six-year, $52 million deal with the Spurs in July.
Man U's Money: May be bought soon by Tampa Bay Buccaneers owner Malcolm Glazer for a reported $1.5 billion. Glazer, who owns 28 percent of the club now, is seeking a controlling interest.
Manu's scary times: There was a plot to kidnap his family in July.
Man U's scary times: Groups have threatened Glazer with violence and even death if he does buy a controlling interest in the club. Many in these groups think of Man U as a British institution that should never be put in the hands of an American.
Manu's celeb connections: Ginobili's Spurs backcourt mate Tony Parker has been romantically linked with actress Eva Longoria.
Man U's celeb connections: Former Man U star David Beckham is perhaps the most well-known athlete in the world. He's married to Victoria, aka Posh Spice of the defunct music group “The Spice Girls.”
Tale of the tape: Manu vs. Man U
Web Posted: 03/30/2005 12:32 AM CST
San Antonio Express-News
Manu Ginobili has helped lead the Spurs to two consecutive victories with Tim Duncan sidelined, including an impressive 83-70 triumph over the Houston Rockets on Sunday. But how does Manu stack up against English soccer power Man U?
Manu also known as: Emanuel
Man U also known as: Manchester United
Manu's age: 27 years old
Man U's age: 127 years old
Manu's Spurs: His employer
Man U's Spurs: A league rival, aka Tottenham Hotspur. Concidentally, Steve Nash grew up dreaming of playing for these Spurs.
Manu's reputation: An All-Star guard known for his flair and fearless drives to the basket.
Man U's reputation: The Yankees of professional soccer.
Manu's money: Signed a six-year, $52 million deal with the Spurs in July.
Man U's Money: May be bought soon by Tampa Bay Buccaneers owner Malcolm Glazer for a reported $1.5 billion. Glazer, who owns 28 percent of the club now, is seeking a controlling interest.
Manu's scary times: There was a plot to kidnap his family in July.
Man U's scary times: Groups have threatened Glazer with violence and even death if he does buy a controlling interest in the club. Many in these groups think of Man U as a British institution that should never be put in the hands of an American.
Manu's celeb connections: Ginobili's Spurs backcourt mate Tony Parker has been romantically linked with actress Eva Longoria.
Man U's celeb connections: Former Man U star David Beckham is perhaps the most well-known athlete in the world. He's married to Victoria, aka Posh Spice of the defunct music group “The Spice Girls.”