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Rio - how have you adopted your game in recent years? Your sense of anticipation has only grown from what ive seen, has this led you to take a deeper, more sweeper like role in anticipating rather than reacting?

Yes I think you have to. History tells you that is what you have to do if you want to stay at the top otherwise you’ll be left behind. RF

Anders, what is your most memorable save for United? On behalf of everyone from r/reddevils, thank you for doing this AMA! (:

The save against City in the FA Cup in 2012. I was pleased with that one.

Anders & Sam. Who has the worst shot in training? Who when taking the shot you think to yourself, he's gonna miss surely.

I can answer that. It's definitely Rio. AL

Have you not seen the highlights reel of my goals Anders? My goals speak for themselves! I save my best for the matches. I need the match environment, that brings the best out of me! RF

Thanks for doing this AMA! Aside from Old Trafford, what are some of your favorite places (either stadium or city) that you have played during your careers?

Sapporo Stadium in Japan - I played for there for England when we played Argentina. We won 1-0 with a Becks penalty. RF

The most interesting place I've played is Galatasaray's stadium. It was the most crazy inferno of noise. It was incredible. AL

I've not experienced too many across the world, but I've been lucky enough to play at some great stadiums for some of the Youth Cup games. SJ

Playing at the Hong Kong Stadium last year on tour was interesting! There was so much sand on the pitch because of the rain - we wanted to build sand castles at half-time! RF

Rio: How happy are you with the signing of Mata? Anders: What's the dynamic like with the other keepers in training? Sam: Congrats on the new contract! Is Adnan making it into the first team squad an inspiration?

Been a fan all my life.

Great signing. It's always great for the squad when new players come through the door. It inspires everyone. And oh my what a left foot he has! RF

It's great. The rivalry between us has no negative impact - we all try to help each other. AL

I'm really pleased. Adnan is an inspiration for us but it's a bit different with goalkeepers. It's great working with David and Anders on a daily basis. SJ

I’m really pleased. It’s a great club to be at – you learn every day in training from everyone. I just want to keep improving. I’m really happy I can do that here. SJ

How much if any does fan support and chanting affect play at the highest levels of football?

The fans have a huge impact. They give you extra energy when you get to certain points in the game. You get that extra boost - they help to push you forward. It means more than people imagine. AL

How far in advance of transfers do you know they are going ahead?

We know when you know. We have no inside information. - RF

We know when you know. We have no inside information. - RF

Rio, I noticed that you like Muse and Arctic Monkeys. What is your favorite song from each band? On behalf of everyone from r/reddevils, thank you for doing this AMA! (:

I really like both. Let me check my iPod...I love the Arctic Monkeys new album. Muse - I like Super Massive Black Hole. RF

What's the players favourite chant?

Adnan's new one really sticks in your mind. It's a great one. SJ

Hey Rio! Big time fan here. Do you still prank other team mates like when you had your merked TV show? Also, will we ever see the return of your old haircut?

And for all 3 of you, what's your favorite meal that manchester united offers to its players?

Thanks so much for your time!

Not to that extent. I always mess around with Anders when he's having a massage after training and give him a slap on the back! RF

It's true he does that. But I got him back the other day - I found a sweaty sock and managed to get him across the changing room. It was very funny, but he took it well. AL

I did take it very well, I will say that! RF

Hello! Greetings from the States. If you weren't footballers, what do you think you would be doing?

I've always wanted to be a footballer. I can't imagine doing anything else. I used to play cricket when I was younger. But it was always football for me. SJ

I also have another question! Who is the best player in the United squad at 5-a-side? Cheeeers

Scholesy was always brilliant. I'd say Mata from what I've seen so far. He's got really quick feet. SJ

Hello, gents! Welcome to reddit! After a long game, what's your favorite way to relax? Any particular snacks you like to eat?

I try to stay healthy. Fruit, sometimes some chocolate! In terms of relaxing I usually just go straight home to sleep. SJ

I do some deep-water floating for 30 mins in a warm pool which flushes out your system. I always stick my music on on the way home in the car - some R&B and reggae. RF

I like to watch a movie and spend time with my family. AL

Thanks for doing this AMA guys, huge fan. Just one Question

Rio, When did you realize that you had a talent that was really special?

I realised when I was about 15-years-old. I played in a game for West Ham against Chelsea for the youth team with guys who were 2/3 years older than me and I felt like the best player on the pitch. I felt very comfortable amongst them and from that day on I believed. RF

Rio, who's the best player you've ever played with or against?

Thank you! AL

Haha I'll have to leave Anders out of the that as I wouldn't want him to get a big head! I'd have to say Paul Scholes and Cristiano Ronaldo - two fantastic players who got better under my guidance! RF

What gives you guys as professional footballers the most drive to win? Is it the club, your teammates, glory, trophies, or something I haven't thought of?

Thanks for doing this.

You have to have it in you from a young age. I've always hated losing, it's always been about winning. If you've got that mentality then the success will hopefully come. All the players here feel the same way. SJ

Anders - who's your goalkeeping icon? Would Peter Schmeichel be too obvious? Also what is your style in communicating with the back line?

I was a big admirer of Schmeichel but I have to say Edwin van Sar was a huge influence on me. I like to talk a lot with the back four. I like them to be able to hear me and direct things as much as I can. AL

Sam, Congratulations on your new contract! My question is - Did you enjoy your loan spell at Yeovil Town and will you look to go out on loan again in the near future to gain experience of first team football?

I was only there for one game as I got injured, but it was a great experience. I hope in the near future I'll be able to experience first-team football. SJ

Rio: Which of the younger defenders have been most keen to learn from you, and which one(s) have actually learned the most? (From Keane to Evans, maybe even Pique and Shawcross)

I couldn’t say who, but I’m sure all of them will take something from the experienced players, whether it be on the field or off the field. That’s always what I did when I was younger. RF

To AL, what pre/post match 'routines' do you do every single game?

I have all kinds of things I do. They're not superstitions but I have a routine. Doing the same thing each game helps me be ready for every game. AL

Rio, Anders and Sam what is your favorite pastime?

I always enjoy films. That's how I relax. SJ

Did you get to pick out a Bulova watch to wear? If so, which one?

We’ve actually just been chatting to Bulova’s designer about a personal engraving on a new collection of United watches for the lads and we saw the watch for the first time. It looks really cool and I’m sure the fans will love it. RF

As good as it looks on Rio, I think it will look better on me! AL

No chance! RF