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Leeds vs Manchester United: Visitors poised to overcome Leeds upset
This season, winning the Carling Cup is a task written on Manchester United’s to-do list. With rivals Liverpool also showing their intent to triumph, the competition has become even more interesting. Michael Carrick even believes that Ferguson will choose experience over youth freshness for Tuesday night’s League Cup match away to Leeds.The midfielder, who missed Manchester United’s 1-0 shocking defeat to Leeds in January 2010, is hoping to find favor in Fergie’s sight. He was quoted as saying on Man United’s official website:
“We are well aware of what Leeds means. [It’s a big game] because of the fans and the rivalry over the years. I am sure the manager will pick a strong team.
Manchester United gradually occupying Barcelona’s extra-terrestrial planet
A Barcelona-Manchester United matchup in the UEFA Champions League final this season will arguably confirm this opinion. The two powerhouses have met twice in only 3 European finals since 2009 with results explaining that Barcelona remain a mile ahead of Manchester United.
Bitter memories… the two games that pushed Man United to become a better team
What Red Devils supporters witnessed at the Stadio Olimpico in 2009 was rather humiliating. How did the good old Fergie seem so lost in tactics against a manager as inexperienced—yet cunning—as Pep Guardiola?
AVB factor susceptible of winning Sunday’s Manchester United vs Chelsea battle
Despite all the complexity of the English Premier League, don’t overlook Andre Villas-Boas’s potential. A quick look at his records could remind you that the young manager won 84.48% of his matches at Porto. Only few, if not no-one, would dare to say that AVB’s achievements with the Dragons were mostly a matter of luck.It’s certainly too early to compliment or criticize the 33-year-old’s work at Chelsea. Thus far, however, Andre Villas-Boas can be satisfied with the current state of his squad.
The Portuguese man is seemingly coping well with Fernando Torres’ goal crisis, for example. His summer signing, Juan Mata, is also performing well at the benefit of the entire team.
Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish backs “everybody to stick to together”
During his time at Liverpool, former boss Rafael Benitez was hardly seen with a genuine smile. However, current coach Kenny believes that it won’t do any good for the team to dramatize situations. Last weekend, the Merseyside Reds suffered a huge setback by losing three good points to Stoke City in the English Premier League. This result appeared to be the biggest upset of match-day 4.
Liverpool absolutely need to bounce back so as to find the good rhythm which saw them defeat Arsenal earlier this season. Kenny expects unity to play a major role in his side’s hunt for a great domestic campaign. In an interview with the club’s official website, the Liverpool manager affirmed:
Ryan Giggs Continues on the Path to Becoming the Greatest Manchester United Player Ever
Benfica took the lead through Paraguay international striker Oscar Cardozo, but the legendary Ryan Giggs struck just before half-time to earn a point for the Red Devil’s.Much of the attention on United’s awesome start to the season has been focused on the ‘new breed’ at Old Trafford that is rife with young and exciting talent.
Young defenders Phil Jones and Jonny Evans have played well in front of 20 year-old goalkeeper David De Gea. In midfield Ashley Young and Tom Cleverley have produced a vibrant and attacking brand of football that is complimenting a lethal attack.
At the spearhead of United’s lineup, Wayne Rooney, Danny Welbeck and Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez are firing in the goals, with Rooney a relative greybeard at the age of 25.
Chelsea’s Ivanovic advices Manchester United not to brag too much
The Red Devils are on fire in the EPL. They’ve scored 18 goals in 4 matches and a lot of thanks will need to go to Wayne Rooney for that.“[Manchester] United have started the season very well,” Ivanovic had to admit during an interview with the press.
“But, if you remember, we [Chelsea] started last season the same. Of course they [Man United] have improved but we have our aims, our ideas and we will try and show these on the pitch.”
Chelsea are still unbeaten under Andre Villas-Boas. They currently occupy the third spot in the English Premier League table. Only Manchester City and Manchester United can boast of having more points than the Blues.
Why Rooney is on track to beating Messi, Ronaldo and Xavi as the world’s best
When football fans discuss about their opinion concerning the world’s best player, it is most likely for the names of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Xavi Hernandez to come out from their mouth. Since the past 3 or 4 years, awards have been mainly contested by Messi and Ronaldo.
The pair—composed of Argentine talent and Portuguese trickery—has taken world football’s stage by storm. Midfielder Xavi has also strengthened into a maestro.
Where Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Xavi have ranked in recent FIFA Awards:
2007 Ballon d’Or: Cristiano Ronaldo 2nd, Lionel Messi 3rd
2008 Ballon d’Or: Cristiano Ronaldo 1st, Lionel Messi 2nd
Premier League Sharp-shooters: Wayne Rooney’s On Fire!
Rooney’s treble also took him onto 125 PL career goals, leapfrogging over Nicolas Anelka and Robbie Keane, two of only four current players who prior to Saturday, had been above him in the list. Frank Lampard (140) and club-mate Michael Owen (149) are now firmly in his sights.
The Croxteth-born striker is now #10 in the all-time PL top-scorers list, but has still got some way to go to match the 260 PL goals scored by former England captain Alan Shearer for Blackburn Rovers & Newcastle United. At 25 though, time is on his side.
With Rooney’s already burgeoning reputation growing apace with his new hair, United have set the standard for the rest to follow this term.
Arsenal, Liverpool & co after the transfer window: what will match-day 4 produce?
The matches that will draw more attention are those involving Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur—all for different reasons. At the very top of the English Premier League table, the Mancunian rivalry is boiling. Only goal difference puts the Red Devils above the Sky Blues; both can boast about possessing a perfect record thus far.
Liverpool and Chelsea—locked on 7 points—follow closely behind whereas Wolverhampton Wanderers are the early surprise package. Newcastle United are also doing well enough to earn the 6th spot in the table. The Magpies’ goalless draw against Arsenal on the first match-day apparently contributed in Newcastle United’s remarkable start.
Is Manchester United Winger Ashley Young the New Cristiano Ronaldo?
The theory went that with Ronaldo gone, opposing teams could focus their efforts on stopping Wayne Rooney and the Red Devils would become more predictable.The optimistic United fans believed that the natural successor for Ronaldo would be fellow Portuguese winger Nani. Nani not only plays for the same national team as Ronaldo, he also is a product of Sporting Club de Portugal.
The pair also share a love for fancy tricks and an occasional temper tantrum. It was believed that after a year or two of maturing Nani would eventually replicate Ronaldo and become a match winning force from a wide attacking position.
Choosing Ferguson’s successor at Manchester United: should Mourinho be ruled out?
The former St. Mirren and Aberdeen boss defines the word “addiction” at its best. On November 6, Sir Alex Ferguson will reach his 25th year at Old Trafford. On December 31, he will turn 70; don’t be surprised if the Old Scot maintains his managerial role at Manchester United until death prevents him from doing so.
But sooner or later, the Red Devils will need to prepare for life after Fergie. It’s something that has crossed the coach’s mind a number of times as he could reveal to the English media on Wednesday.
“Over the years, I have had the question, ‘who do I think could replace me’? Now some of the coaches who people were talking about to replace me don't have jobs anymore,” Alex Ferguson explained.
Chelsea & the Portuguese influence: Will the Blues emulate Manchester United?
For David Luiz, the Portuguese influence at Chelsea could turn out to be very positive. The Brazilian defender, who speaks Portuguese like Andre Villas-Boas and summer signing Raul Meireles, told reporters on Wednesday:“We have made good signings and I think Raul Meireles can be a big player for us. We played against each other in Portugal and he was difficult to stop. It is sensational he can increase our level on the pitch.
“Every day we are getting better and I bet we will have success this season. It is easy when the manager also speaks my language.
Is Sir Alex Ferguson the Saviour of England National Team Manager Fabio Capello?
England currently top Group G, but are above qualification rivals Montenegro on goal difference only. With Montenegro favorites to pick up three points in their game at Wales, the pressure on England to win in Sofia is intense.Is it possible that Manchester United, and more specifically Sir Alex Ferguson are the reason that Fabio Capello will weather this storm ?
The answer could be yes, but the FA must consider their approach to dealing with Ferguson.
Ferguson right now daily control over England’s dominant attacking superstar Wayne Rooney, as well as the next generation of upcoming talent.
Breaking news: Man United’s plagued Owen Hargreaves joins Manchester City
The news broke out on Tuesday night. West Bromwich Albion had initially approached Hargreaves but Manchester City’s “sudden” interest in the player proved to be THE great opportunity. The 30-year-old English man could end his career on a high as fellow countryman Joe Hart hopes.“He has struggled a bit since he came to Manchester United. But that is not down to ability, just his fitness,” Hart stated according to The Sun.
“If he can get himself fit it can only be a positive. He was a very important England player. If he can get back to that form, obviously he would be an asset.”
Sneijder gives up on 11th hour move to Manchester United; Vidic out?
“I'm staying at Inter. I don't think I'll leave at this moment of market,” said the Dutch playmaker on Tuesday to reporters.“Manchester United? Anything is possible in football, but I don't think this time something will happen.
“I know that if I were to leave, it would have be for the right price. Inter were clear about that. However, I have not spoken formally with the two Manchester clubs.”
In other news related to Manchester United, Anzhi Makhchkala have given Ferguson something to sweat about. The Russian club, who captured Samuel Eto’o from Internazionale lately, are eyeing defender Nemanja Vidic according to rumors emerging from England.
Must Manchester United sign Wesley Sneijder or stick with young midfielders?
At some point a couple of weeks ago, pundits speculated over the possibility of an 11th hour transfer for the Dutch to Old Trafford. But Alex Ferguson rubbished any sort of rumors by declaring the following statement at a press conference in reply to the media’s Sneijder transfer saga claims:
“You can forget anyone you like. I am happy with the young players I have got.”
Last Sunday, Manchester United supporters also sent out a strong message by displaying a banner that read: “Who needs Wesley? We’ve got Cleverley.”
For the player in question, the fans’ move was simply encouraging. After displaying a fine performance in Man United’s 8-2 victory over Arsenal, Tom Cleverley told reporters:
Manchester United 8 Arsenal 2: The Gunners Have Ran Out of Ammunition
United were simply superior on every level; technically, tactically, mentally and simply having the ability do your job where areas where it looked men against boys in the second half.It is not only on the field that Arsenal have ran out of ammunition either. During this long trophy-less streak, Arsenal fans have clung onto certain facets of their game and excuses that have allowed them to take some kind of moral high ground.
Let us investigate those excuses and see where Arsenal stand now;
STYLE OF PLAY
It has long been acknowledged even by neutrals that Arsenal play a very aesthetically pleasing brand of football. It is true, but it is wrong that somewhere down the line that became more important than results.
Facts, Quotes & Final verdict: Must Arsenal sack Wenger or defend him?
Where lies Arsenal future? What should be made of Arsene Wenger’s presence at the club? Who is to blame—if anyone should be—for Arsenal’s critical condition?
Arsenal couldn’t get off to a worst start than that! The 2011/12 English Premier League season has so far proven to be more like hell to the Gunners whose pre-season form had somehow revealed all that is happening right now.
A big portion of die-hard supporters apparently didn’t want to face what Arsenal’s unconvincing results against Boca or New York Red Bulls mirrored earlier in summer. Well, the situation right now is clear for all to see. Statistics don’t lie, and numbers in the grids below explain it all.
Premier League Sharp-shooters: Dzeko Sets The Pace on Week 3
Dzeko took his tally to 6 in three games, while players from no fewer than 13 countries hit the target over the weekend. As Manchester United’s winning margin in the last game of the weekend eclipsed City’s over Tottenham, there was also a hat-trick for Wayne Rooney, the 6th of his Old Trafford career.Only three current players have scored more Premier League goals than Rooney, but that may soon change with the Croxteth-born striker now on 122, just one behind Chelsea’s Nicolas Anelka. After Anelka, the next man in Rooney’s sights is the Frenchman’s Chelsea team-mate Frank Lampard, who made it 140 career goals in the Premiership with a vital penalty conversion in the Blues win over a spirited Norwich City.
Arsenal Faces a Long List of Problems as They Prepare to Face Manchester United
In their last four matches at Old Trafford, Arsenal has failed to record a single win. Last season, despite all their problems, Arsenal finally managed to beat Manchester United at Emirates after a few seasons. Aaron Ramsey scored in a match which Arsenal completely dominated.Arsenal is winless following two games in the English Premier League. Manchester United, as expected, has two wins out of two on the board. Their first game was an away fixture against West Bromwich Albion. In typical United fashion, they won the game after the 80th minute through Ashley Young.