Manchester United F.C Thread [2009/2010]

[adedawson]

what a joke he kicks the ball just as the whistle blows it was pure instinct pass on to Evra. That will surly get over ruled.

 

[AsmodaiPlay]

Fantastic result for us. I was hoping for a draw at least but a win with 3 away goals is great.

I knew exactly which team Fergie was going to put out for that game. I wanted Valencia from the start pre-game and when he came on he proved he should've started really. I also wanted Brown over Rafael, hopefully Fergie does that for the 2nd leg as well.

Defending was a bit worrying at times, but the San Siro is so tough to go to that I can't really be critical of too many mistakes. I'm confident we can progress now that we've played the away leg anyway. Carrick being sent off was annoying but we should be cope without him.

 

[1966+2006]

Red and yellow cards don't get overturned by UEFA, ever.
Up until the 2nd goal it wasn't a good performance. After that we destroyed them and deservedly got our 3rd. Towards the end we played like in the first 60 mins.
Nani was awful, it's no wonder Rooney gets pissed off when cross after cross goes astray. That displays a lack of concentration which has been Nani's problem from the start.

 

[Mandieta6]

yeah but his role is different. He participates more in the box so he can't shoot that often. He is a better player right now and improved his game especially his headers.


btw, Mandieta6, you're here for a long time. at least post congrats!!!!

What?

 

[kp41]

you were in Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread for a long time. I think you didn't close the page.

 

[cfdemarco]

Have the pairings been made yet for the next round? As in, do we know which tie our next opponent is coming from?

Assuming Milan don't shock us of course...but I AM assuming we are going to move on now.

 

[kp41]

no there would be another draw.

 

[Arnau]

United will beat milan easy.

pwned.

 

[Pogba4Now]

Have the pairings been made yet for the next round? As in, do we know which tie our next opponent is coming from?

Assuming Milan don't shock us of course...but I AM assuming we are going to move on now.

We surely have the upper hand and I'm very confident we'll go through. But we can't take for granted that we're through already. Remember in 2007 when we won 3-2 at OT in the first leg. We lost 3-0 at San Siro. This time the second leg is at OT but it if they win 2-0 we're out.

 

[cfdemarco]

We surely have the upper hand and I'm very confident we'll go through. But we can't take for granted that we're through already. Remember in 2007 when we won 3-2 at OT in the first leg. We lost 3-0 at San Siro. This time the second leg is at OT but it if they win 2-0 we're out.

Trust me, I remember it well. I think it's a totally different mindset though when you have the away leg first. In '07 we went into the second leg knowing that what we did in the first leg probably wasn't going to be enough.

This year, we are bringing not only the lead, but 3 huge away goals back to Old Trafford. All the pressure is on Milan, they know they have to do something that is almost impossible- beat United by two at OT.

If I were SAF I wouldn't take any chances in the return leg. 4-5-1 with two of the midfielders playing defenses.

Honestly, I feel far more confident in our chances in Europe now than I have at any point in the season so far.

P.S. This is the type of situation which I wish we had Hargreaves. I would tell him to be Ronaldinho's shadow for 90 minutes in the return leg.

 

[Xifio]

This year, we are bringing not only the lead, but 3 huge away goals back to Old Trafford. All the pressure is on Milan, they know they have to do something that is almost impossible- beat United by two at OT.

actually, a 4-3 win would see Milan through ... but enough pedantry ... I agree that the 2nd leg being at home for you guys makes this encounter incomparable to the 2007 match-up ... but the match is definitely still up for grabs ... you guys won at the San Siro for the first time ever, so I can't see why Milan can't pull off something special of their own in the return leg ... they certainly were not outplayed at the San Siro; in fact, with one refereeing decision (Rio), and some better finishing by Milan from several glorious opportunities, the match would have been completely different ... hopefully they will remember that, and will come out firing ... I'm looking forward to seeing if they have what it takes (mentally) to challenge you guys on your own turf ...

 

[cfdemarco]

actually, a 4-3 win would see Milan through ... but enough pedantry ... I agree that the 2nd leg being at home for you guys makes this encounter incomparable to the 2007 match-up ... but the match is definitely still up for grabs ... you guys won at the San Siro for the first time ever, so I can't see why Milan can't pull off something special of their own in the return leg ... they certainly were not outplayed at the San Siro; in fact, with one refereeing decision (Rio), and some better finishing by Milan from several glorious opportunities, the match would have been completely different ... hopefully they will remember that, and will come out firing ... I'm looking forward to seeing if they have what it takes (mentally) to challenge you guys on your own turf ...

Yes, technically speaking, Milan can win the tie if they win the second leg 4-3. But there is no chance that United are going to give up 4 goals at home. Let's put it this way, if we give up 4 goals in the 2nd leg I will never watch another United game again.

This could actually be a good trivia question: when is the last time United gave up 4 goals at OT?

*EDIT* Nevermind, looks like it was last season against 'Pool

 

[Zakov]

Yes, technically speaking, Milan can win the tie if they win the second leg 4-3. But there is no chance that United are going to give up 4 goals at home. Let's put it this way, if we give up 4 goals in the 2nd leg I will never watch another United game again.

This could actually be a good trivia question: when is the last time United gave up 4 goals at OT?

*EDIT* Nevermind, looks like it was last season against 'Pool

If United played the way did in the San Siro, and Milan are more clinical with their finishing, Milan has a definite chance.

Evans was woeful. I hadn't seen Fergie that upset with one of his players for a long time.

United need to get the first goal to kill off Milan's hopes of stirring up a comeback. Because you could see how easily they were deflated after conceding the equaliser.(Which came after they were down to 10 men).

If I were Fergie and I see Favalli on the team sheet at left-back, even I would be forgiven for a slight chuckle. Just put Nani/Valencia there, and isolate him to go one-on-one against the old left-back and Rooney would have quite a field day.

 

[kp41]

I think the first goal and it's time will be very crucial. If Milan scored early, the game is wide open.

 

[Arnau]

I dont understant why you are still worried, its over, even if milan score twice in 20 minutes.

 

[cfdemarco]

Wow, finally saw the Milan highlights.

What a class goal by Seedorf...gotta give him credit on that one.

Rooney is scoring tons of goals with his head this year!

 

[MikeyM]

Wow, finally saw the Milan highlights.

What a class goal by Seedorf...gotta give him credit on that one.

Rooney is scoring tons of goals with his head this year!

Apparently Rooney spent last summer working on his heading, and it's paying off now.

 

[Pogba4Now]

Before he used to stay out of the box for corners and crosses hoping a defender will clear the ball and he shoots from distance. He's changed a lot now... Would be great if he could improve his finishing with his foot. He tends to go for power rather than precision most of the time.


Btw Vidic denied rumours about leaving United. He should be back playing against Everton.

 

[Pogba4Now]

Btw Anderson played for the reserves today... And Diouf scored again

United: Foster; De Laet, C Evans, Gill, Fabio (R Brown, 9); Stewart, Norwood, Anderson (Wootton, 60), Possebon, Obertan; Diouf (Brandy, 64)
Subs not used: Zieler, Moffatt.

Reserves: United 2 Everton 0


Anderson completed an impressive hour of action as United's Reserves strolled to victory over Everton through goals from Mame Biram Diouf and Cameron Stewart.

The Brazilian international ran midfield during his time on the field, providing the inspiration behind countless attacks and laying on Diouf's opener.

A strong Reserves side also featured an impressive 90 minutes from the livewire Gabriel Obertan, while Rodrigo Possebon also returned to action in a neat and tidy midfield display.
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More here: http://www.manutd.com/default.sps?p...47BC-B069-3F7A2F35DB70}&newsid=6646535&page=1

 

[kp41]

Thanks for sharing this info. These players are the future of the club, It's nice to see their improvement.

Sometimes I forget to check their result, I appreciate if you upload some videos as well.