Aug 19
Citeh 1-0 Reds: Unbelievable
Update 3: There are two things that are happening at the moment. We can’t find the net even if the goal is a mile wide. Teams we play against suddenly have some Supermen springing up at their defence. Hahnemann in the Reading game, James in Portsmouth and this time Richards. Detailed report later. Just can’t believe it!
Update 2: At half time despite running all over City, United somehow manage to be behind by a goal. A deflected Geovanni goal (off Vidic) against the run of play separate the two sides.
And yeah, I fuckin’ can’t believe it! I guess so would you. We kept possession well, Nani had a few genuine chances. Tevez was good in patches but was isolated for most part. Hargreaves has been impressive and has stuck on to Elano for most part.
Oh, well. This season doesn’t look good as far as our luck seems to be going.
Update: Hargreaves to start today. Campbell on the bench. Giggs plays on the left with Nani and Tevez completing the front three. Watch this space for updates.
So we head over to City for a key game, crucial to our confidence and everything. Meanwhile two other biggies, Chelsea and Liverpool, clash with one another. Arsenal have a tricky trip to Ewood Park. So here’s hoping they all drop points. (Although, I’d rather Chelsea lose against Liverpool. We have a better chance catching up with the ‘Dippers.)
Back to the game, discuss away on our comment threads or better on our very own Man Utd forum.
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Just dont know where the goals are going to come from today :/
We cant really expect Tevez to bang them in yet, so we’re going to have to rely on Giigs & Scholes, neither of which are prolific and guarantee you goals all the time. Wouldnt be surprised if it was won by a United defender or something. Heres hoping Nemanja can open up his account for this season !
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My line up for today: Sar, Brown, Evra, Vidic, Rio, Oshea, Carrick, Giggs, Nani, Scholes and Tevez. This means United to use Scholes as a co-striker with Tevez. Oshea to play defensive midfiled role while Carrick to play as an attacking midfielder. Giggs and Nani to play at the flanks while the defence remains as obvious. Target is to get an early goal by all means – including a header from Vidic from a corner by Nani. If we go ahead, we shoud not hold back waiting for the game to end – we learnt a lesson at Fratton Park where Scholes goal was cancelled by Benjani.
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We gotta kill off games, especially once we have got our noses in front, like in the portsmouth game as Hiram states. I predict united will kickstart their season with a 3-1 win, after city score first through bianchi, with tevez, scholes and giggs replying for us. The extra experience and class of United will ultimately prove the difference on derby day.
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giggs is shite im sorry but he’s playing crap
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I can’t believe it…
there goes the season
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its only half time dood
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It’s only HT, don’t lose hope yet.
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have you seen the way we’ve been playing since they scored?
bloody backtracking as if we’re in the lead
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it was a cracking goal to be honest,is it vidics fault?
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how old are you abood?
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hahaha why do you ask?
old enough to remember ’99
allow me to rant plz…frustration is killing me
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what the hell??
ok. . what are the odds of us winning the title without winning a game?
probably not that good
chelsea better lose
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I think if last game wasn’t, it is definitely now the time to start panicking. But at least there were a few positives. Hargo finally made his debut, which is promising. Tevez took some decent shots, but came out with no goals. But this is only his second game with the team so just give it some time.
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oh fuk! now wat? cant make any exuses we made soooooooooooooo many oppurtunities yet failed to score how did tevez not score??? atleast hargreaves played! but OMG wat will we do??? its not the title over but we have to win like the next 12 games!!! oh well, you win sum u lose sum- who am i shitting we should win them all!! im so pissed!!!
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Well the match is over and im absolutely dissapointed at united’s lack of cutting edge which was abundant last season so in short i’m fuming and if SAF hears is it time to panic now!!!!!
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Fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck!wats happening?wats happening?i dunno any1?we need a striker no doubt no doubt in my mind a big striker.dont give that quick striker mobile bs we need variety?nani shit,tevez shit,giggs shit,carrick shit, hargreaves was brilliant!
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we are fucked
Tevez was shite (Probably needs match fitness but he took 20 matches to score 4 west ham )
Nani was crap scholes was frustrated with him on couple of occasions ronny was missed big time today
Hargo was briliant absolutely on the mark won most of his one on one battles and moved smooth passed smooth defended well
Evra was amazing when nani started making errors in first half evra moved up passed the ball and got the game back and even defended better
wes brown and carrick were at their usuall self nothing impressive
vidic what the fuck was that turning away bullshit man
Geovani’s strike was briliant deflection or not is debateable
Micah RICHARDs single handedly distroyed our attack every time he was there to clear things off top job by the lad
And yes finally we had the possesion we played like a team but hell we are so out of luck and fuck the flair and one touch shit get me goals i want a poacher and deadly in the box striker
All teams now know we are hopeless at spot kicks and corners fill payers in the box by numbers and we’ll blow it up god i miss Becks
Fergie why why why did ruud had to go u played shitty saha insteatd of him on that dreaded day and see today
Champions league here we come europe is the target now
See i am a bit optimistic after such a pessimistic post
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I think Campbell was the wrong choice for the bench. I would have preferred Dong because he is more experienced. Also as much as I hate to say it Fletcher would have been a better choice than Eagles. Carrick was completely anonymous and Hargreaves just went around smashing into Geovanni(after the goal) Tevez and Nani look like they have never played football before. We need a new striker desperately. ironically I think Bianchi would have been a great signing(Elano too) And now Arsenal are winning so the good news keeps rolling in.
P.S. Red Ranter is it time to panic now?
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What the hell is going on with Man United’s attacking!?
they can’t even tap a ball in from a couple of yards…
This is very frustrating…
Bring out the hairdryer and get another striker in the transfer market.
Do something man!
A state of emergency should be declared!
3 games and 2 points is downright unacceptable!
and why isn’t anybody trying to take a long shot or sth?
I’m pretty much sure every Man Utd fan is pretty much pissed right now.
Who wouldn’t be!?
I would rather have them grind out a win rather than winning with beautiful football or whatever it is.
The point is, Man Utd can’t afford to lose or even draw the next few umpteen matches.
The players better start raising their game, and they better do so by the next match.
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fukin’ devastating. really though this is UNBELEIVABLE! again, Fergie error in judgement is costing us….as he insits on backin OAP Giggs year after year were STILL relying on him when he clearly isnt up to the job. Nani is a serious player but its his 2nd game for the club so we really cant xpect too much from him just yet! if he were signed a year ago (like we were crying out for) we’d have been slightly better off as hed be more settled etc. its shite, Fergies indecision is fucking us royally at present! Thing is but…theres still a large part of me thats happy coz atleast weve Finnaly got the new/ good players in the squad. Its only a matter of time 4 every1 to get fit etc till we will see the REAL REDS! were gonna be immence. Just heard, Hargos knee is fucked after todays 90mins….it continues
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Liam its time to piss in our pants man hell its time to panic
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The only good that can come out today is only if chelsea loses. Other than that.. I’m gonna be damn pissed till the next fixture… and somebody better start pulling up their socks and banging in those goals by then..
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WHAT IN FUCKS NAME IS HAPPENING TO US, A SIDE TIPPED TO DO DAMAGE CAN’T FIND THE GOAL… YEA SURE MOST OF OUR GOAL SCORERS ARE INJURED BUT SAF SHOULD HAVE HAD A BACK UP PLAN ESP WITH OLE AND FUCKING SAHA SO INJURY PRONE, A TOP SIDE CANT JUST HAVE 2 FIT STRIKERS AND ITS COSTING US DEARLY.. WELL I GUESS WE HAVE TO RESORT TO THE OLD FASHIONED MANUTD WAY OF PLAYING FUCKING CATCH UP AGAIN WHICH WILL BE A VERY DIFFICULT ASK AS ALL THE PREM SIDES HAVE IMPROVED… SO IN REALITY SHOULD WE SAY GOODBYE TO THE PREM FOR THIS SEASON???? LETS LOOK AT THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE AND THE FA CUP WE DUE A CHAMPIONS LEAGUE.. COME ON THE REDS
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I am about to cry.All hell break lose.Nani sucks.Tevez sucks.We need Ronnie and Roo for gods sakes.And saha if he can fucking stop his injuries. D:
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I completely agree… luck isn’t on their side. But it’s a long season so let’s hope everything gets better.
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it is absolutely vital we win against spurs. Otherwise it’l be too late to recover lost points.
I think we’r missing a leader on the field. without neville and rooney there’s no one vocal enough to push the team on.
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OK the match is over and it’s time for me to vent. I said it even before the season started, around the time they sold off Rossi that United were far to thin depth wise at striker. Can you imagine that I was right. What’s even worse is that all these great midfielders we possess are incapable of one creative thought when it comes to penetrating the walls teams put up against them in the 18 yard box. The real problem facing United is complacency and arrogance. They assume because they are the champions that by just showing up for the match, that they will automatically garner 3 points. Also, their tactics are so predictable and static that no team is ever left wondering what SAF is going to conjure up to defeat them. Even though we are champions and even though I love the lads, I am starting to strongly believe that we have been riding a two headed horse named Ronaldo Rooney to glory for a few years now. Man Utd goes as these two players go. When they are out of form, injured or suspended, we are no better than the teams that half either drawn with us or defeated us this season. I’m sorry but Giggs and Scholes have not only become too old, but they are also predictable. Their past service is not in question, but their present form is questionable. Nani clearly has shackles placed on him as he is really afraid to let go and use his unique skills. He is also very nervous being the new kid in town with so many expectations. Carrick is incredibly overrated as is Evra. For me Tevez, the center backs and Hargreaves are the only players we can count on to give a strong and reliable effort. I am totally frustrated by the lack of quality service into the box as well as the quality of finishing this team has displayed thus far. They need to stress these two disciplines much more in training. Most of all they need to dig into the Glazer’s kitty bag for some cash and go out and buy a striker. At this point I will even welcome Sulky Anelka with open arms. One last observation. I wonder if all of you are as frustrated as I am with Van Der Saar’s inability to make a save when the opposition has their one opportunity all match. The goal scored by Pompey was a fine header but his inability to set his feet properly as well as his unwillingness to dive and at least attempt to save it was irritating to say the least. Although todays effort by Geovanni was well taken, deflected and well placed, I really feel Van Der Saar moved for it far too slowly. He did this on long shots all of last year too. I’m afraid Eddie is at last showing his age. It’s too bad Kasper Schmeichel felt that playing for United was going to be to pressure filled because he has impressed me and reminded me a lot of his old man as he takes charge of matters in the box. So what will we do? I have been in official panic mode before the season started because I could see the writing on the wall. But even I never honestly believed we would start out like this. The Manchester Derby was a must win for us for more reasons than just the rivalry. Pray for a Liverpool Chelski draw so that we are not looking at the leaders through binoculars. The season is not over but without Ronaldo for another two matches and no Rooney for god knows how long, I do not like our chances to even make the top four. Our lack of tactical imagination and crisp finishing will end up costing us before we correct the problem. Go back to a 4-4-2 and buy another striker. Start showing more pace down the wings and start crossing the ball better with pace and accuracy (Beckham style). SAF is a legend and perhaps it is blasphemy to criticize his approach but it is situations like this that I like a less rigid far more creative manager who will alter his team’s approach, not just shape to defeat a problem. The Special One and Rafa Benitez are able to do this with success. United on the other hand have a stubborn arrogance about them that seems to be stifling their charge. Bring in Cantona to scream at the lads about passion and commitment. What I would give for a maestro like that just behind two strikers and a player like Beckham who can cross the ball with accuracy and pace? Finally, Ruud Ruud where art thou????????
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Amazing, I don’t believe it.
3rd game in a row with a great chance off the crossbar for us too.
It’s a run of bad luck, plain and simple.
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Relax lads. It’s disappointing frustrating and all that. But most of your reactions seem like you were entitled to the title. Let’s not appear to be glory hunting fans here. Those of you cursing SAF not buying Ruud and cursing Saha where were you last season? Hindsight can be 20/20 but spare a thought. We are losing while playing well without Ronaldo and Rooney and Saha. They were the difference last season. Give it time, I’m sure well do better. Remember title is not everything. I’d rather settle for 2nd playing good football.
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When do you all think Saha is going to start playing again, I know he’s been training, but when will he return to games?
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at united setling for second is not an option bro winning is everything u never win silver bro u always loose gold
though our trophys are referred as silverware silly aint it
i know Cliched shit but still aplplicable
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Ah well, let the city fans have their fun for now, what sir alex has done is similar to what arsene wengers been brewing in the last few years – a team for the future, and despite last seasons epic exploits we’re still a squad of mostly younguns who need time. Granted our summer additions to an already championship winning squad have given us more options, but they all, and in particular – nani, need time to flourish together as a unit, just as our 2006/2007 team did so well. The premiership might look to be gone already but the cups still offer a lot to play for and perhaps a chase from behind the leading contenders is just what we need.
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I will support united even if the finish 10th. I am sick of this moaning.
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no need ta panic mates! its only the third game of the seaon and somehow as mentioned above theres a super hero in every team we play against. strange ey.. but i thought we had some good passing and movement between the team, and carrick, nani and hargo played decent.
yeah you can fault nani for missing the chance early on, but after that incident he was quite decent compared to the rest.
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Well guys, it´s over! I don´t see how we are going to comeback from this…
I think we are playing quite decently, but we are not able to convert the chances.
I feel sorry for Tevez, he is really trying but he is not able to score one single goal. He was complety lost between Dunne and Richards and when he got the space…he missed! It´s simply not his position. He also missed a few chances with Portsmouth. Well… he will continue his saga with the Spurs and Sunderland.
About the others… Nani is playing a lot better that i was expecting at this stage. He was the best one in the first half. Hargreaves was one of the best ones and will take Carrick´s place for sure. By the way, Carrick´s play has been awful, he does nothing! Scholes has to go back on the pitch to do Carrick´s job and to produce “something”. Giggs is fading but he can still do something on the left, where he should play always…But again he needs someone to convert his crosses and assists.
Champions League, here we go!
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Tevez needs a partner
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The luck just isn’t going our way this season so far, and what’s more our next game is against a rejuvenated Tottenham side full of confidence.
However if we can get through the next 4 games with 8 points I think we’ll have a real chance of putting a string of victories together against Birmingham, Wigan, Villa and Boro. That would give us 22 points from the opening 11 games. Hardly setting the pace but very respectable given our start.
That’s assuming we can actually win a game though.
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The results are not that bad. Reading we should have won. Portsmouth are always a tough game and we’ve lost before to Manchester City at home.
But yeah definite problems. We play decent possession football but do not have anyone who looks like scoring with Rooney and Ronaldo and Saha out.
The whole theory is that we do not need an out-and-out striker so long as we have a front line of Tevez, Rooney and Ronaldo overlapping. But if one of them is injured/suspended or as at the moment two of them, we are playing 4-5-1 and that is rarely going to win games against teams who come and defend.
Sometimes you just have to stick two men up front and then you know things will happen.
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[indianpunk]
It’s sad if that is your opinion. There is a disappointment if you finish 2nd, but it cannot be disgraceful or anything. It’s only the 90′s and early 2000s that we dominated. Doesn’t mean we are entitled to it. Just because we grew up in an age where United swept everything does not mean one bad start is unacceptable. As fans we should be a little more accommodating than that. Too much glory hunting, and we wouldn’t be very different from the chelsea fans.
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we need a striker desperately.why can’t SAF see what we all see now?his stubborness will cost united dearly.with this finishing we’ll not even finish fourth.goodbye title and goodbye champions league next season.remember our debts will be cleared only if we r succesful so no success means no signings next year and further no success because all our rivals will definitely strengthen.a vicious cycle then we go leeds united way oh!god plz do not do this to us.
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Come on panks thats a bit too much. Hargreaves should kick carrick out the team by spurs.if hes fit he was totally controlling and very very strong
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what do u people think SAF will do if we lose to spurs next week?will he still laud his players for the beautiful football they played or will he consider the end result at last? i hope this doesn’t happen but i’m so dissappointed today.i had hoped that united would bounce back today but such poor finishing.we have created at least 100 chances in our three games so far and we have 1 goal to show for it.and SAF still doesn’t feel the requirement for a good goal poacher.shit even blackburn have 6 strikers.we’ve one in tevez.saha is made of glass,ole is old now,rooney injured and others are shit.do u think we can win anything with one striker that too not an out and out striker but someone who likes to play behind the main striker?
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serves SAF rite for selling rossi and smudger. giggs shud onli b employed on the wing as he is bullshit playing in the hole. also if i had a quid for evri game saha misses through injury then id b a billionaire. lmao
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all we can hope for now is for others to drop points, which looks likely, and so far all the teams have dropped points except for fukin Citeh! 85 points would probably be enough to win the prem this season imho.
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Hi i posted this on soccerlens. What do you guys think of trying to get Adriano on load for 1 year. He is out of favour at Inter but he is quality and could be the extra attacker we need. When Saha comes back he will take a while to get back to his best and the same with Rooney.
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1 name gudjohnson
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people relax, we are not exactly having the rub of the green at the moment but luck evens itself out over the course of the season and chelski, pool, arsenal and even city will also have lean spells in front of goal. just be thankful our blip has come early in the season when the title race is in its foetal stage. once we hit a blistering purple patch of goalscoring form (as we always do!), this blip will be long forgotten and we will be right back in the mix!
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Yeah because another deep lying striker is just what we need *rolls eyes*
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We just need Saha back.
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I have to catch the matches on tv here in the US. It’s still a thrill to watch win or lose. Hope for the win next time.
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