Wilbeck was interviewed by The Athletic and talked about his Manchester United career.
In November 2008, Manchester United's 5-0 victory over Stoke City, 17-year-old Welbeck made a substitute and scored his Premier League debut. Recalling that moment, Wilbeck, who is now 34, said: "Since the beginning of the season, I have been involved in the first team training. As a kid who grew up in Manchester United, it has become a dream come true to be able to train with these players."
"I followed the ball The team participated in some games, and Sir Ferguson gave me some guidance. Although I was not on the roster or substitute, I just adapted to the entire process of professional football, it was a good time for me. I went to Stoke City away with the team, and I was not sure if I could get on the bench. But when I finished my debut and scored a goal, it was really dreamy. "
It was a wonderful shot from 25 yards, and it hit the goal. In the dead corner, this is how Velbeck made his grand debut in the top league: "It's an incredible opportunity to work with players such as Ronaldo, Berbatov, Tevez, Vidic, Van der Sar, etc., feel their personality, see them every day, train and talk with them, and they will also give you advice."
"I feel extremely honored and proud to grow up in this environment. Entering the professional arena under their guidance is an incredible experience for me. I think it's very important to my growth, and witnessing firsthand how these people become natural winners. Everything they do is for victory, and seeing this has a profound impact on me. Until now, a lot of things learned at that time still deeply affects me."
Velbeck will turn 35 in November this year. He is still playing for Brighton and performing well. This is also the fifth Premier League team he played for in his career. As one of the most experienced players in the Brighton locker room, Villebeck said: "Time flies so fast. When I was young, my teammates always said to me, 'Enjoy this time because it's fleeting'. It's true, time flies so fast. I listened to them, and I think it's very important to have experienced players in the locker room, and they can convey standards, experience and advice. These things are priceless, and now I have become such a role." Recalling how the Ferguson era team prepared for the pre-season, Villebeck said: "He won't give you detailed plans. Now the world of football has changed dramatically, and every detail will be studied specifically. You can help you stay in the summer in many ways, and the standards at that time are far away. Not as high as today. "
Wilbeck also maintained a strict diet throughout his career, with the main staple foods mainly lean meat or fish, cooked by his wife or mother: "When I played for Manchester United, everyone there paid great attention to the food they consume. Drinking? Some players may drink more than others. After the holidays, you can relax a little. But when you return to training, you have to know that it's time to work hard."
" Now everyone pays more attention to diet, everyone pays great attention to maintaining their bodies and wants to work hard to achieve the best level. So every little improvement is important and everyone will take it very seriously. If you can improve a little more than others in some aspects, even a little bit, you will try your best to strive for it."