Liverpool, oh Liverpool...
This is one club, United just love to beat!
The rivalries between these two clubs are fantastic, the fans are passionate and the squabbles over who is the better club not only involves the local fans but also fans from around the world!
The Hype building up to this match was good, as the club's respective managers started mind games about who is going to win. Fans like me? well... could not help but predict the outcome and also the starting line up, worried about recent injuries to star players and also trying to diss friends who supported the opposition!
The game started, and I looped "Take me home United Road" on my Itunes for the whole first half! Both teams started well, attacking at each other and trying to foil one another's chances at goal. But of course, what's a football match without controversies these days?
As Javier Mascherano lunged in for the tackle on Scholesy, he was in for the worst day of his well, career? It was pretty obvious he would get a caution for that tackle but still he believed he was innocent and started to target the ref with his so called "words of wisdom".
United had their attacks foiled on numerous occasions, but nevertheless they pressured the Liverpool goal and finally found a weakness in Pepe Reina. The kop keeper nearly tipped the ball into his own net and from there, United saw this as a chance to attack!
Finally in the 35th minute, the deadlock was broken. Wes Brown who is yet to sign a contract for United won the ball in the opposition's half, managed to score with his back after a marvelous cross from Wayne Rooney. Complain about luck? but hell it doesn't matter how you score but it's the fact that you scored that counts.
From there, Pool felt the pressure mounting and attempts by their in-form striker Fernando Torres was blocked by the United solid defence! Getting frustrated, Torres was later booked for dissing the ref and from there, fans were treated to a comedy of sorts.
As Torres walked away calmly, his buddy Javier Mashcerano decides its time to defend my teammate, and runs 20yards from where he is to talk to the ref. Obviously the ref was already ticked off by Torres and suddenly he has this whinning lil kid in his face asking him WHY WHY WHY? (reports say, Mascherano just asked why... ) It was pretty much clear that the ref couldn't take it anymore and immediately brought out the yellow card and booked him once again! 2 Yellow cards mean and automatic sending off which ended up quite funny! Being a so called professional footballer, Mr. Mascherano decides to piss off the ref even more and questions his sending off. There were signs he was about to hit the ref but luckily for him his teammates held him back. It was a real struggle as he tried to get to the ref only to be held back and later lectured by his manager before he calmly walked down the tunnel back to his dressing room to sulk.
Half time! United is up 1-0 and Liverpool is down to 10 men.
The reports during the half time break was hillarious and the professional pundit from Malaysia Mr. Shebby Singh once again didn't showed us how professional he is! Putting the blame on United manager, Sir Alex Ferguson for "pressuring" the referees early on was completely dumb! If he says that Sir Alex had done that, what about managers in the past? Is it because of Mascherano's sending off, it has become the United manager's fault? A player is responsible for his own actions and he could have definitely avoided it if he just had learnt to SHUT UP! As I am no professional footballer, I can't say more but I can say Mr. Shebby please SHUT UP!
The second half started slowly as United took their leg off the accelerator and sat back as they tried to play out the game! Surely the fans wanted to see United make Liverpool pay with goals galore but nevertheless, they kept the scoreline reasonable and that nearly cost them the game.
I'll give credit to one Liverpool player who really was working hard on that pitch and that was the captain Stevie G. He worked hard and tested the United goal with his powerful snap-shots from outside the box causing the United defence to worry.
Anderson who was playing well throughout the game, decided it was time for him to be a kid again and started screwing up shots and not to mention losing possession cheaply in the United half. It was certain he was going to be taken off after he shot the ball over the bar after Rooney brilliantly took the ball on his own! True enough, Anderson was taken off along with Giggs and replaced by Tevez and Nani respectively.
The two super subs who normally changes the game when they come on did just that. In a matter of minutes, Ronaldo had another chance on goal but was saved by Reina who gained back his confidence at the break!
Corner Kick! Now, Nani has a record of accurate corner kicks and there was one more corner to add to his collection as it met Ronaldo's head and landed into the back of the net! In a space of 5minutes, Rooney who was feeling a knock earlier managed to overcome it and set up Nani for the third goal of the game!
With the game done and dusted! Efforts from Gerrard were foiled as non of his team mates really tried to get a consolation goal. Torres was also taken off with his manager complaining about how United's defence practically injured his precious striker with knocks and kicks! All I can say is, Torres, Welcome to the Premier League and you could have been tougher if you had chosen the right team!
3 Points again for United and with Arsenal failing to beat Chelsea hopes of retaining the title is once again back on!
Monday, March 24, 2008
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Manchester United 2 - 0 Bolton @ Old Trafford 20th March 2008
With results like the one at Derby being disappointing, Ferguson decided to change half the squad for today's game with Bolton and most probably try and rest his key players for this weekend's clash with Liverpool!
Players like Pique, Fletcher, O'shea and Kuszcack were given starts as they try to extend their lead in the title race. Nani and Anderson returned to replace Giggs and Scholes respectively and Saha was given a start as well.
Captain of the day? Ronaldo! I think Fergie might have thought the captain's armband would give Ronny a boost in confidence and maybe try and break the great George Best's record of 32 goals from a wide player.
Bolton known to be a tough and physical team, started well as they tried to test the United goal in numerous ways, but all of it was blocked out by the organized defence we had at the back.
Soon, United got into their rhythm and from a corner by Nani, Tevez tried to do a bicycle kick but failed to get it pass the Bolton defender who rebounded it back only for it to fall into the feet of Ronaldo which in a flash, it ended at the back of the net.
The stadium was estatic as Ronaldo has finally equalled George Best's Record of 32 goals. It's a great feat for the Portugese youngster as it clearly shows why he's the Best Player in the World right now! Ironically the advertisement boards started flashing "BEST since BEST" which reminded his critics that he is in fact a force to be reckoned with!
Now, Bolton pressed on and they had a great chance which was brilliantly stopped by the second-choice goalie, Kuszcack. Soon Bolton fell behind even more with a brilliantly taken freekick by the man of the moment, Ronaldo! Looks like the captain's armband is doing him well! There were couple of other chances which were missed by Saha, O'Shea and Tevez which I think Fergie would have expected them to score.
Second half on the way... and United starts to get back into the same mood they had in Derby. Barely testing the Bolton goal, the opposition players start lining up attacks after attacks and well they did manage to score but only to have it disallowed!
Clearly, there were alot of miss chances for the United squad as the main reason would be their selfishness of wanting to score! Once again, Saha gets himself injured in a match and hopefully this would be an eye-opener for Fergie which may lead him to some changes in the summer!
Fergie's frustrations were also clearly seen when Nani and Tevez both missed beautiful chances and I guess there would be fireworks in the dressing room later.
Either than those chances, nothing really sparked the second half and it ended with United 2-0 winners!
However, in London, Tottenham scored 4 goals against Chelsea and Chelsea did the same, thrilling match till the end and I guess the scoreline was fair for both teams!
Players like Pique, Fletcher, O'shea and Kuszcack were given starts as they try to extend their lead in the title race. Nani and Anderson returned to replace Giggs and Scholes respectively and Saha was given a start as well.
Captain of the day? Ronaldo! I think Fergie might have thought the captain's armband would give Ronny a boost in confidence and maybe try and break the great George Best's record of 32 goals from a wide player.
Bolton known to be a tough and physical team, started well as they tried to test the United goal in numerous ways, but all of it was blocked out by the organized defence we had at the back.
Soon, United got into their rhythm and from a corner by Nani, Tevez tried to do a bicycle kick but failed to get it pass the Bolton defender who rebounded it back only for it to fall into the feet of Ronaldo which in a flash, it ended at the back of the net.
The stadium was estatic as Ronaldo has finally equalled George Best's Record of 32 goals. It's a great feat for the Portugese youngster as it clearly shows why he's the Best Player in the World right now! Ironically the advertisement boards started flashing "BEST since BEST" which reminded his critics that he is in fact a force to be reckoned with!
Now, Bolton pressed on and they had a great chance which was brilliantly stopped by the second-choice goalie, Kuszcack. Soon Bolton fell behind even more with a brilliantly taken freekick by the man of the moment, Ronaldo! Looks like the captain's armband is doing him well! There were couple of other chances which were missed by Saha, O'Shea and Tevez which I think Fergie would have expected them to score.
Second half on the way... and United starts to get back into the same mood they had in Derby. Barely testing the Bolton goal, the opposition players start lining up attacks after attacks and well they did manage to score but only to have it disallowed!
Clearly, there were alot of miss chances for the United squad as the main reason would be their selfishness of wanting to score! Once again, Saha gets himself injured in a match and hopefully this would be an eye-opener for Fergie which may lead him to some changes in the summer!
Fergie's frustrations were also clearly seen when Nani and Tevez both missed beautiful chances and I guess there would be fireworks in the dressing room later.
Either than those chances, nothing really sparked the second half and it ended with United 2-0 winners!
However, in London, Tottenham scored 4 goals against Chelsea and Chelsea did the same, thrilling match till the end and I guess the scoreline was fair for both teams!
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Derby County 0 - 1 Manchester United @ Pride Park, 16th March 2008
How can I put my feelings into words on this match?
When Chelsea whacked 6 goals past a bottom club, one cannot help but say United would have done the same.
Edwin Van Der Sar was out injured and Tomas Kuszcak was suspended so a start was handed to Ben Foster, a promising goalie from Stoke City.
Of course, once again the pre-match comments were filled with "confidence boosting" quotes and talks about "revenge" for their loss against Portsmouth. I knew that the players were going to be over-confident once more and will definitely screw something up but I still gave them the benefit of a doubt!
Anyway the match started brilliantly, as United attacked and tried to find the first goal in the space of 5minutes. Promising? yes.... BUT did they take their chances? NO!
The squad which included, Wes Brown, John O'Shea, Nemanja Vidic, Patrice Evra, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Cristiano Ronaldo, Anderson, Park Ji Sung and Wayne Rooney would most probably earn much more than what those Derby players do and yet with the performance the Derby players gave, it looked as if they deserved what the United players were earning instead.
Wave after wave of attack was squandered and although I was a bit critical on the Ronaldo-getting-fouled-all-the-time issue, I'm beginning to get frustrated with his acts, I mean, if you fall down and the ref doesn't give you a free-kick.. DON'T SIT THERE AND MOAN! GET UP AND FIGHT FOR THE BALL!
Gosh! I wish they would have a 1-800-CALLFERGIE hotline allowing fans to give him their views on who should be on and who should be off... Clearly Ryan Giggs (i respect the guy... totally) is out of form and he seems better off in Reserve matches than the high tempo league match! Not to mention Scholes was out of form too.
Besides those two, Rooney needs to grow up as well. He, like Ronaldo seemed to have set up a trend off falling on your asses and moaning! I just hope Anderson doesn't pick it up as he was brilliant throughout the match despite a lacklusture display from his collegues! Johnny O' Sheasy... PLEASE stop acting like a talented player! I mean he was lucky to score the goals that he did last season, but not this season! He gave the ball away too easily today and well, I bet Danny Simpson would have done a better job!
So with United slacking in the scoring department, Derby took this opportunity to strike back! It was as if, the United players were SCARED of the Derby players as everytime they were under pressure, the ball was given away cheaply! However, no matter what Derby put in to score today, my United man-of-the-match, Ben Foster definitely lived up to his hype! He made outstanding saves which is good for a debutant!
Half time ended at 0 - 0 and definitely the frustrations were there! And I was hoping for a change or two in the second half!
Unfortunately, there were non as Fergie decided his squad was good enough! The second half started much like the first half where United dominated but failed to score and Derby seizing every single chance they have to try and be the Giant Killers of the week!
Finally past the 60th Minute, Fergie decides its time to give a hardworking Park a break (which I think was a bad mistake) and also Paul Scholes. Out they went, in came Louis Saha and Michael Carrick!
I never liked Carrick, although sometimes I admit he does a good job in big matches, but in matches like this... He's purely dissapointing! Well apart from his accurate passing, he does give the ball away rather cheaply and as a holding midfielder, its bad to lose the ball at those dangerous areas.
So chances once again were spurned and Roy Carrol, a former United player put in a excellent display to deny his former employers from scoring! Frustration begin to pile up and with 2 strikers up front, one can't help but wonder WHY ARE THEY NOT SCORING?
Let me see Reason Number 1: Louis Saha
Reason Number 2: Louis Saha
Reason Number 3: Louis Saha...
the list goes on and still my reasons would be the same! Now, I've been like ranting to friends over and over again, GET HIM OUT of here... but yet over at the United side, they are loyal to him and want to give him more chances! Hell, they sold Rossi and Nilsterooy who were goal-machines and yet this guy gets more credit for not scoring? The hell with him... He should be on the MUST GO list this summer not on the LONG TERM contract lists.
He gave the ball away cheaply, he couldn't control the ball, he couldn't take on defenders, he never works for the ball and yet, he's still on the pitch running like a headless chicken. I mean even if Giggs is old and worn out, he does a better job than Saha... It's real sad...
Well if it wasn't for pure desperation and luck, the goal wouldn't have come and definitely Arsene Wenger and his bunch of gooners would be laughing at the score! What? Title contenders and beating the lowest league club 1-0! No way!
There is definitely nothing to boast about on this match... But i would really suggest the hotline thing to the United board. Sometimes the fans can manage the club better than the manager! Sigh! Hopefully their eyes are opened and they work harder in the comming week to face Liverpoos!
P.s - a funny highlight of the match would be the substitution of the Referee!
When Chelsea whacked 6 goals past a bottom club, one cannot help but say United would have done the same.
Edwin Van Der Sar was out injured and Tomas Kuszcak was suspended so a start was handed to Ben Foster, a promising goalie from Stoke City.
Of course, once again the pre-match comments were filled with "confidence boosting" quotes and talks about "revenge" for their loss against Portsmouth. I knew that the players were going to be over-confident once more and will definitely screw something up but I still gave them the benefit of a doubt!
Anyway the match started brilliantly, as United attacked and tried to find the first goal in the space of 5minutes. Promising? yes.... BUT did they take their chances? NO!
The squad which included, Wes Brown, John O'Shea, Nemanja Vidic, Patrice Evra, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Cristiano Ronaldo, Anderson, Park Ji Sung and Wayne Rooney would most probably earn much more than what those Derby players do and yet with the performance the Derby players gave, it looked as if they deserved what the United players were earning instead.
Wave after wave of attack was squandered and although I was a bit critical on the Ronaldo-getting-fouled-all-the-time issue, I'm beginning to get frustrated with his acts, I mean, if you fall down and the ref doesn't give you a free-kick.. DON'T SIT THERE AND MOAN! GET UP AND FIGHT FOR THE BALL!
Gosh! I wish they would have a 1-800-CALLFERGIE hotline allowing fans to give him their views on who should be on and who should be off... Clearly Ryan Giggs (i respect the guy... totally) is out of form and he seems better off in Reserve matches than the high tempo league match! Not to mention Scholes was out of form too.
Besides those two, Rooney needs to grow up as well. He, like Ronaldo seemed to have set up a trend off falling on your asses and moaning! I just hope Anderson doesn't pick it up as he was brilliant throughout the match despite a lacklusture display from his collegues! Johnny O' Sheasy... PLEASE stop acting like a talented player! I mean he was lucky to score the goals that he did last season, but not this season! He gave the ball away too easily today and well, I bet Danny Simpson would have done a better job!
So with United slacking in the scoring department, Derby took this opportunity to strike back! It was as if, the United players were SCARED of the Derby players as everytime they were under pressure, the ball was given away cheaply! However, no matter what Derby put in to score today, my United man-of-the-match, Ben Foster definitely lived up to his hype! He made outstanding saves which is good for a debutant!
Half time ended at 0 - 0 and definitely the frustrations were there! And I was hoping for a change or two in the second half!
Unfortunately, there were non as Fergie decided his squad was good enough! The second half started much like the first half where United dominated but failed to score and Derby seizing every single chance they have to try and be the Giant Killers of the week!
Finally past the 60th Minute, Fergie decides its time to give a hardworking Park a break (which I think was a bad mistake) and also Paul Scholes. Out they went, in came Louis Saha and Michael Carrick!
I never liked Carrick, although sometimes I admit he does a good job in big matches, but in matches like this... He's purely dissapointing! Well apart from his accurate passing, he does give the ball away rather cheaply and as a holding midfielder, its bad to lose the ball at those dangerous areas.
So chances once again were spurned and Roy Carrol, a former United player put in a excellent display to deny his former employers from scoring! Frustration begin to pile up and with 2 strikers up front, one can't help but wonder WHY ARE THEY NOT SCORING?
Let me see Reason Number 1: Louis Saha
Reason Number 2: Louis Saha
Reason Number 3: Louis Saha...
the list goes on and still my reasons would be the same! Now, I've been like ranting to friends over and over again, GET HIM OUT of here... but yet over at the United side, they are loyal to him and want to give him more chances! Hell, they sold Rossi and Nilsterooy who were goal-machines and yet this guy gets more credit for not scoring? The hell with him... He should be on the MUST GO list this summer not on the LONG TERM contract lists.
He gave the ball away cheaply, he couldn't control the ball, he couldn't take on defenders, he never works for the ball and yet, he's still on the pitch running like a headless chicken. I mean even if Giggs is old and worn out, he does a better job than Saha... It's real sad...
Well if it wasn't for pure desperation and luck, the goal wouldn't have come and definitely Arsene Wenger and his bunch of gooners would be laughing at the score! What? Title contenders and beating the lowest league club 1-0! No way!
There is definitely nothing to boast about on this match... But i would really suggest the hotline thing to the United board. Sometimes the fans can manage the club better than the manager! Sigh! Hopefully their eyes are opened and they work harder in the comming week to face Liverpoos!
P.s - a funny highlight of the match would be the substitution of the Referee!
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Manchester United 0 - 1 Portsmouth @ Old Trafford 8th March 2008
So there it is folks, the dream of a repeat of 1999 gone till next season. This is a particularly bitter pill to swallow considering the way portsmouth ran away as winners against the run of play. United fans have every reason to feel agrieved at this defeat which comes at the hand of blatant poor refereeing and the knowledge that it just wasn't our day
ManUtd started brightly enough, using their trademark attacking from the wings. And it was from here that the first opputunity arrived. Ronaldo, using his speed to picked up Rooney's pass, took an excellent first touch and cut into pompey's penalty area. Sylvain Distin then clumsily clattered into him. Clear body check = a bloody penalty. But referee Martin Atkinson thought otherwise.
Not long after, Roo was presented with a glorious oppurtunity to get United ahead in the game. Carlos Tevez put him clear one on one with David James, but the England striker took a step too many and James duly blocked his shot. The ball fell kindly to Tevez whose goal bound shot was headed off the line by the very alert Glenn Johnson.
Manutd continued to attack at every oppurtunity, with portsmouth being content to sit back and soak in the pressure and would occasionaly mount a counter attack and shooting from outside the box. Kuszczak replaced van der sar at half time, and the 2nd half started with the same pattern as the first, with portsmouth continuing to play defensive.Sir Alex then brought in Anderson and Michael Carrick to replace Tevez and Hargreaves respectively. United switched to 4-3-3 with Ronaldo, Rooney and Nani in attack. Soon after, carrick was then presented with the easiet chance of the match. A neat backheel from Ron put him in the clear and he did a good job of rounding James but could only muster a weak shot at goal and Distin promptly cleared it off the line. Shortly after, Evra then had a brilliant sweaving shot from outside the box hit the post after getting the slightest of touches from James' outstrech palm.
It was then Pompey put paid to United's wasted chances. With 12 minutes remaining, Portsmouth mounted a counter attack and Baros was brought clear one on one with Kuszczak. Baros tried to round him and went to the ground after the United keeper seemingly gave the slightest of touches. Even before Baros hit the ground, Kuszczak already had his head in his hands. Referee martin immediately showed the red card and United was left in disarray. Rio ferdinand took responsibility to replace Kuszczak. There is a disbelief among United fans that even though we dominated for long periods of time, it was still Pompey who now is presented with the best chance of the match. Rio guessed the right way, but Sulley Muntari's shot was too powerful and hit the back of the net.
The United faithful continued to spur their team on with the belief that a late goal would be able to earn a replay but the closest the got was a Ronaldo free kick, which touch the roof of the net. Even with 4 minutes added time, United failed to severely test James again and the full time whistle was blown to end the treble dream.
So, hopefully United will be able to get over this loss and bounce back strongly in the league and Europe. With the substace that United have, we are in with a very good chance in both.
P/S, Chelsea's late loss to Bransley was a very precious consolation to us. At least now we know that a big 4 club would not lift the oldest cup in football history.
Till next season then.
Reported by: Joash Wee
Friday, March 7, 2008
Manchester United 1 - 0 Olympique Lyonnis @ Old Trafford 5th March 2008
With United on a high after beating Fulham and almost regaining the lead on top of the Premier League... Confidence oozed throughout the stadium and the United players were sure of getting the results they needed.
Once again Lyon proved to be worthy opponents for the Red Devils.
As we saw in the first leg how United were mostly second best, Fergie decided to make a few changes into the squad. The inclusion of Derren Fletcher surprised most people, but the United manager had faith in his fellow country man and knew what he was capable of.
Fletcher was solid in the match against Roma last season where he practically single-handedly kept Totti quiet for the whole match. In this match, he was tasked to do the same against Juninho instead while Ferdinand and Vidic handled Benzema.
The match started off with United getting most of the ball but barely testing the Lyon goal as they try to get a goal. The french international goal keeper, Coupet (from Lyon) barely had much to do as his defence was rock solid in blocking out shots by the United stars.
True United was slacking the enthusiasm shown in the Arsenal game, but nevetheless, they tried to do their jobs well. When it looked like it was going to be scoreless before the half, the moment of magic came when a scramble in the penalty box, led Ronaldo to score his 30th goal of the season.
The second half saw Unite taking it easy as they barely attacked. It was tense as they kept losing the ball cheaply and yes, the fans were eager to see another goal.
Sadly, no other goals were scored as Lyon pressed on till the end.. It was a poor match.. But it was job done for the players. Fergie has already voiced out his opinion on the lack of goals but he can only do this much as it all depends on the players.
Regarding Ronaldo's man of the match award, I would say that I would have given it to Derren Fletcher instead for his excellent display of attacking and defending all together! A loyal player to the United cause, Fergie suggests that he should be a model player for all the youths in the squad!
Once again Lyon proved to be worthy opponents for the Red Devils.
As we saw in the first leg how United were mostly second best, Fergie decided to make a few changes into the squad. The inclusion of Derren Fletcher surprised most people, but the United manager had faith in his fellow country man and knew what he was capable of.
Fletcher was solid in the match against Roma last season where he practically single-handedly kept Totti quiet for the whole match. In this match, he was tasked to do the same against Juninho instead while Ferdinand and Vidic handled Benzema.
The match started off with United getting most of the ball but barely testing the Lyon goal as they try to get a goal. The french international goal keeper, Coupet (from Lyon) barely had much to do as his defence was rock solid in blocking out shots by the United stars.
True United was slacking the enthusiasm shown in the Arsenal game, but nevetheless, they tried to do their jobs well. When it looked like it was going to be scoreless before the half, the moment of magic came when a scramble in the penalty box, led Ronaldo to score his 30th goal of the season.
The second half saw Unite taking it easy as they barely attacked. It was tense as they kept losing the ball cheaply and yes, the fans were eager to see another goal.
Sadly, no other goals were scored as Lyon pressed on till the end.. It was a poor match.. But it was job done for the players. Fergie has already voiced out his opinion on the lack of goals but he can only do this much as it all depends on the players.
Regarding Ronaldo's man of the match award, I would say that I would have given it to Derren Fletcher instead for his excellent display of attacking and defending all together! A loyal player to the United cause, Fergie suggests that he should be a model player for all the youths in the squad!
Sunday, March 2, 2008
Fulham 0 - 3 Manchester United @ Craven Cottage 2nd March 2008
It's a bit nostalgic seeing Fulham play United, brings back memories of my time at Old Trafford!
My first ever visit there and watching the game between this year's title Contenders and Relegation battlers will always have a lasting memory till I go for another match I guess...
Anyways the day's game started off on a low key, as many United stars were rested for the upcoming game against Lyon, familliar faces like Rooney and Ronaldo were left on the bench as starts were given to Park Ji Sung and Saha.
Nani once again looked lively and Scholes looked like he's slowly returning to form! Once or twice, United tested the Fulham net a couple of times with Tevez and Saha both hitting over the net!
Fulham tried the aggresive approach and it was a bad choice as they fouled Tevez just outside the penalty box! With no Ronaldo, United was spoilt with choices for free kick takers. As Tevez, Nani and Hargreaves stepped up. Hargreaves who was searching for his first ever United goal decided to try his luck and he aimed a beautiful free kick that would have given Beckham a run for his money in his United days.
So with 1-0 up, United were pressing on for more goals as Fergie said earlier this week that the goal difference might eventually decide the title in the end, and so after numerous attacks, Park Ji Sung rised the highest and headed home a header into the net!
United were cruising by the time the half-time whistle was blown and reports of Arsenal losing 0-1 at home to Aston Villa made it even sweeter! The second half started with Fulham having a confidence boost, tried their luck at the United goal but their shots were all off-target or were saved by Van Der Sar.
United begin to relax a bit but consistantly tested the Fulham goal a few times, with Ronny and Rooney on in the 70th minute, Fulham's keeper was made to make a couple of more saves fromt he dynamic duo.
A few minutes after their introduction John O'shea made a run into the box and aimed a low pass which was diverted in to West Ham's net by Simon Davis.
3-0 till the end, and with Arsenal managing to grab a point, United looked as favourites once more for the title! It's only a matter of time before Arsenal slips! and lets hope it's in the next match!
My first ever visit there and watching the game between this year's title Contenders and Relegation battlers will always have a lasting memory till I go for another match I guess...
Anyways the day's game started off on a low key, as many United stars were rested for the upcoming game against Lyon, familliar faces like Rooney and Ronaldo were left on the bench as starts were given to Park Ji Sung and Saha.
Nani once again looked lively and Scholes looked like he's slowly returning to form! Once or twice, United tested the Fulham net a couple of times with Tevez and Saha both hitting over the net!
Fulham tried the aggresive approach and it was a bad choice as they fouled Tevez just outside the penalty box! With no Ronaldo, United was spoilt with choices for free kick takers. As Tevez, Nani and Hargreaves stepped up. Hargreaves who was searching for his first ever United goal decided to try his luck and he aimed a beautiful free kick that would have given Beckham a run for his money in his United days.
So with 1-0 up, United were pressing on for more goals as Fergie said earlier this week that the goal difference might eventually decide the title in the end, and so after numerous attacks, Park Ji Sung rised the highest and headed home a header into the net!
United were cruising by the time the half-time whistle was blown and reports of Arsenal losing 0-1 at home to Aston Villa made it even sweeter! The second half started with Fulham having a confidence boost, tried their luck at the United goal but their shots were all off-target or were saved by Van Der Sar.
United begin to relax a bit but consistantly tested the Fulham goal a few times, with Ronny and Rooney on in the 70th minute, Fulham's keeper was made to make a couple of more saves fromt he dynamic duo.
A few minutes after their introduction John O'shea made a run into the box and aimed a low pass which was diverted in to West Ham's net by Simon Davis.
3-0 till the end, and with Arsenal managing to grab a point, United looked as favourites once more for the title! It's only a matter of time before Arsenal slips! and lets hope it's in the next match!
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