How Welbeck’s FA Cup goal left Ferguson ‘buzzing’

An unexpected name appeared on Danny Welbeck’s phone after Brighton reached the FA Cup quarter-finals thanks to the extra-time winner against Newcastle.

He claimed that Sir Alex Ferguson called me after the Newcastle goal, according to Football Focus.

He discussed the performance and the goal. He was buzzing and seemed to have that kind of connection. He is a manager who is constantly looking out for his players, constantly wants the best for them, and maintains contact with them.

Welbeck’s professional career began with Ferguson at Manchester United, where he was a member of the squad that won the 2013 Premier League.

As the Seagulls prepare to face Nottingham Forest in the quarter-finals on Saturday, the striker will help them win the FA Cup twice when he moves to Arsenal the following year.

It was a good pair of managers for him to have worked with, and two of whom he claims have had an influence on who he is today, with Ferguson and then Arsene Wenger.

Arsene Wenger had success in his own way, he continued, “Sir Alex Ferguson had success in his own way.” There are many different ways to succeed.

“They two played a significant role in my life, not just my career,” I said.

Watch Welbeck’s full interview on BBC One’s Football Focus on Saturday, March 29, at 30 GMT.

Welbeck is currently employed by Brighton’s Fabian Hurzeler.

Welbeck is 34 years old, two years older than Hurzeler, but the German has had a significant influence on the veteran forward, which has enabled him to produce some of his best work of his career.

He has seven Premier League goals so far this season, more than he has managed in any of his previous four games with the Seagulls.

Welbeck compared Hurzeler to Hurzeler, noting that “His age is never a topic around the training ground.” That speaks volumes about him, I believe.

He stated, “From the first time we met, he was so authoritative and crystal clear about what he was saying.” He is just the manager, and I never consider his age.

Hurzeler has continued his success with Graham Potter and Roberto de Zerbi’s excellent work this season, making the club competitive for Europe.

Welbeck hopes to make amends for Brighton’s FA Cup runaway success this term, which they did in 1983.

He continued, “I’ve had some really special experiences with the FA Cup.”

The memories that will stick with you forever are the true highlights of my career.

Welbeck’s career has been hampered by injuries despite having won a sizable amount of silverware.

He previously had knee surgery and missed 42 games at Arsenal because of his broken ankle, which caused him to miss almost a year.

However, he has managed to avoid major injuries this season, which has allowed him to experience some of his best performances of his career.

As he sits alongside Pascal Gross at the age of 30, he is one goal away from becoming Brighton’s undisputed all-time top scorer in the Premier League.

In the past, I’ve had a lot of injuries, including knee injuries, people who fell into your knee, and people who fell awkwardly on your feet,” said Welbeck.

There are times when it’s difficult to go through them, but they have helped me become a better player and person because there is always something positive to consider when things turn bad.

In those challenging circumstances, I always try to see the positive and strive to improve.