IT WAS ALL smiles at Carrington this morning as Ryan Giggs took his first press conference as Manchester United’s interim manager.
A slip of the tongue saw him accidentally introduced as ‘David’ but Giggs laughed it off and opened by thanking his predecessor for giving him his first chance in coaching.
Moyes was sacked on Tuesday, just 11 months into a six-year contract, and replaced by Giggs while the hunt for a permanent manager begins.
The 40-year-old will take charge for the final four games of the season, starting with Norwich’s visit to Old Trafford tomorrow evening.
“It’s a club I have supported all my life and I’ve been associated with for 25 years and it’s a proud moment for me and one I will enjoy,” he said.
“I’ve enjoyed the week and I’m proud more than anything. It’s probably the proudest moment of my career and one I’m going to enjoy for the remaining two-and-a-half weeks of the season and bring back some smiles on to the faces of the fans.
“I can’t wait for Saturday to come and 5.30pm against Norwich. I know the stadium will be bouncing. The players have been really good in training this week and they are all excited as well.
“Everyone is looking sharp and I just want them to enjoy themselves and give the fans something to smile about in the remaining four games. It’s been a frustrating season and I want to end it on a high.”
– Additional reporting © AFP, 2014
