Post by cjeagle on May 3, 2015 6:06:33 GMT 8
Money versus Manny: The Football World Predicts
“I have to go for Mayweather. I think it could go the distance and be won on points. It will be a lot closer than people think, but Mayweather will be too sharp and too quick.”
Chris Smalling @chrissmalling
Manchester United & England defender
“Pacquiao wins the fight in a decision. The fight will be long and gruelling and this favours Pacquiao. Mayweather throws a lot of punches. But eventually stamina will be a factor and Pacquiao can take punches.”
Tony Meola @tmeola1
100-times-capped USA legend
“I think we are in for a steep battle in which I’d give Mayweather a very slight edge – 51 to 49 per cent. Why? Mayweather’s bigger and better tactically. He’s like the Mourinho of boxing! He keeps cool and stays focused on his goals. He’s undoubtedly a great fighter and he has a good chance of retiring undefeated. As for Pacquiao, he’ll certainly push forward, look for the knockout. He’s sharp, fast, has knockout power. However, I’d still make Mayweather the slight favourite.”
Artyom Dzyuba
Russia striker
“I'm going to back Money over Pacman as his unbeaten record speaks for itself! I expect Vegas to root for Money in a crazy atmosphere!”
Mikael Silvestre @iammsilvestre
Former France and Manchester United defender
“I'm a massive fan of the Pac but I think Mayweather will take this one out.”
Tim Cahill tim_Cahill
Australia legend & scorer of one of the greatest goals in FIFA World Cup™ history
“I think Mayweather will win on decision. There will be no KO.”
Petr Cech @petrcech
Chelsea & Czech Republic goalkeeper
"I'm rooting for Manny!"
Rafael da Silva @orafa2
Manchester United and Brazil wingback
“I have always been a Mayweather fan. I have followed his career, so I won't change now! It's going to be a tough fight but I fancy Mayweather to win. It will be very close, but Mayweather always comes out of a tight situation.”
Kalusha Bwalya @kalushapbwalya
Zambia legend & 1988 African Footballer of the Year
“I have two Filipino girls who work with me, so I'm rooting for Pacquiao!”
Domenico Criscito @mimmo_criscito4
Italy defender
“I think it goes 12 rounds.Close Points decision for Mayweather.”
Lukas Podolski @podolski 10
Third most-capped Germany international in history
“Should be a great fight! While I'm not a big fan of flashy and self-promotion, I think Pacquiao will win on a decision.”
Brian McBride @bmcbride20
USA legend
“I’m going for Mayweather simply because he's never been beat and I don’t believe he’d have taken the fight if he didn't think he could win!”
Micah Richards @micahrichards
Manchester City & England defender
“Without knowing the ins and outs of boxing, Mayweather on points. But I wish this was five years earlier!”
Brad Friedel @friedel_b
USA legend, Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper & multiple record-setter in the Premier League
“Mayweather. He’s too quick and like him or love him, he's a winner.”
Stuart Holden @stuholden
USA midfielder
“Pacquiao is going to win by KO.”
Fredy Montero @goleador17
Colombia & Sporting forward
“I think it will be win for Mayweather on points, but I want Manny to win. I love what he represents as a human being.”
Robert Earnshaw @robertearnshaw
Former Wales striker
“I’m a big fan of Mayweather, but this one will be difficult. However, we’re rooting for Floyd.”
Andreas Pereira @andrinhopereira
Brazil & Manchester United prospect
“I'm going Mayweather. He is The Money Team. He has never lost. I don't see it happening now. Pacquiao may have had a chance ten years ago.”
Cobi Jones @cobijones
USA’s most-capped player
"I support Floyd Mayweather! I hope he will stay unbeatable!"
Gervinho @gervinhofficial
Roma and Côte d’Ivoire winger
"Mayweather is the favourite for me,"
Gaizka Mendieta @gaizkamendieta6
Former Valencia midfielder and Spanish international
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“I have to go for Mayweather. I think it could go the distance and be won on points. It will be a lot closer than people think, but Mayweather will be too sharp and too quick.”
Chris Smalling @chrissmalling
Manchester United & England defender
“Pacquiao wins the fight in a decision. The fight will be long and gruelling and this favours Pacquiao. Mayweather throws a lot of punches. But eventually stamina will be a factor and Pacquiao can take punches.”
Tony Meola @tmeola1
100-times-capped USA legend
“I think we are in for a steep battle in which I’d give Mayweather a very slight edge – 51 to 49 per cent. Why? Mayweather’s bigger and better tactically. He’s like the Mourinho of boxing! He keeps cool and stays focused on his goals. He’s undoubtedly a great fighter and he has a good chance of retiring undefeated. As for Pacquiao, he’ll certainly push forward, look for the knockout. He’s sharp, fast, has knockout power. However, I’d still make Mayweather the slight favourite.”
Artyom Dzyuba
Russia striker
“I'm going to back Money over Pacman as his unbeaten record speaks for itself! I expect Vegas to root for Money in a crazy atmosphere!”
Mikael Silvestre @iammsilvestre
Former France and Manchester United defender
“I'm a massive fan of the Pac but I think Mayweather will take this one out.”
Tim Cahill tim_Cahill
Australia legend & scorer of one of the greatest goals in FIFA World Cup™ history
“I think Mayweather will win on decision. There will be no KO.”
Petr Cech @petrcech
Chelsea & Czech Republic goalkeeper
"I'm rooting for Manny!"
Rafael da Silva @orafa2
Manchester United and Brazil wingback
“I have always been a Mayweather fan. I have followed his career, so I won't change now! It's going to be a tough fight but I fancy Mayweather to win. It will be very close, but Mayweather always comes out of a tight situation.”
Kalusha Bwalya @kalushapbwalya
Zambia legend & 1988 African Footballer of the Year
“I have two Filipino girls who work with me, so I'm rooting for Pacquiao!”
Domenico Criscito @mimmo_criscito4
Italy defender
“I think it goes 12 rounds.Close Points decision for Mayweather.”
Lukas Podolski @podolski 10
Third most-capped Germany international in history
“Should be a great fight! While I'm not a big fan of flashy and self-promotion, I think Pacquiao will win on a decision.”
Brian McBride @bmcbride20
USA legend
“I’m going for Mayweather simply because he's never been beat and I don’t believe he’d have taken the fight if he didn't think he could win!”
Micah Richards @micahrichards
Manchester City & England defender
“Without knowing the ins and outs of boxing, Mayweather on points. But I wish this was five years earlier!”
Brad Friedel @friedel_b
USA legend, Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper & multiple record-setter in the Premier League
“Mayweather. He’s too quick and like him or love him, he's a winner.”
Stuart Holden @stuholden
USA midfielder
“Pacquiao is going to win by KO.”
Fredy Montero @goleador17
Colombia & Sporting forward
“I think it will be win for Mayweather on points, but I want Manny to win. I love what he represents as a human being.”
Robert Earnshaw @robertearnshaw
Former Wales striker
“I’m a big fan of Mayweather, but this one will be difficult. However, we’re rooting for Floyd.”
Andreas Pereira @andrinhopereira
Brazil & Manchester United prospect
“I'm going Mayweather. He is The Money Team. He has never lost. I don't see it happening now. Pacquiao may have had a chance ten years ago.”
Cobi Jones @cobijones
USA’s most-capped player
"I support Floyd Mayweather! I hope he will stay unbeatable!"
Gervinho @gervinhofficial
Roma and Côte d’Ivoire winger
"Mayweather is the favourite for me,"
Gaizka Mendieta @gaizkamendieta6
Former Valencia midfielder and Spanish international
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