Posted April 26th, 2007 by red devil in Champions League, Injuries, Internationals, News, Nostalgia, Post-Season, Predictions, Why MU is the Greatest
Already plagued with injuries and a rough and tumble season, no other than the left soldiers of the United Reds in the person of Michael Carrick believes that United can get the job done when they meet AC Milan for a place in the Champions League Finals.
The season has not been a bright one for the United Reds and they have had to maximize their roster sans big names that have fallen to injuries. Yet despite these circumstances, United finds itself in a similar situation of proving why it has been among the favorites in this line of sport.
Reaching this far using their current lineup is no easy task and the only way to go is up. Losing one game does not make a difference but from all indications and with the common goal of the remaining Reds is concerned, there is so much to achieve and nothing to lose but prestige.
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Posted April 22nd, 2007 by red devil in Analysis, Injuries, Match Report, News, Post-Season, Premiership, Why MU is the Greatest
After a heartbreaking stalemate, the United Reds are obviously frustrated at the turn of events. Mark Viduka’s goal on the stroke of half-time was a killer blow for United as the Australian forward’s header consigned the Reds to a frustrating 1-1 deadlock.
Demoralizing as it may be, the United Reds cannot afford to let up. Injuries and working on limited player resources has not helped them one bit. But this should not be an excuse. The Reds are known better than this and it is obvious that they are far from done.
Leaning on rich tradition and history with regards to how the game is played, Manchester United is far from throwing in the towel. Heart and determination must be maintained and the key towards rekindling any remaining hopes of their injury plagued campaign depends entirely on them. Besides, based on the past records of the ball club, nothing comes easy so this is not a situation to which they are new to.
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Posted April 21st, 2007 by red devil in Analysis, Fixtures, Gossip, Injuries, Predictions, Premiership
So the injury bug has been continuously biting the cause of the Reds but this has not stopped them from aiming high and taking on all the challenges that are coming their way. No other than Sir Alex Fergusson is feeling the pressure but rather than wilting under it, it has become very much a mission to simply regain the Premiership title. But from all angles, it looks like the United Reds are playing like wounded tigers and are aiming for something more.
With limits in players, talent and time, chances are most teams caught under the same predicament will thrive to function with all cylinders pumping. Having a slim margin of only 3 points separating them and Chelsea, one slight error will prove to be costly. This is something that the Reds are aware of and such has become their guide to try to strive for maximum perfection in playing all their remaining games.
Unless something untoward would happen or perhaps a stroke of bad luck, then from all indications, the Reds can accomplish a feat that would be worthy if the team were indeed complete. Now that would be something for the record books.
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Posted April 15th, 2007 by red devil in FA Cup, Injuries, Internationals, League Cup, Match Report, News, Post-Season, Why MU is the Greatest
The combined efforts displayed by the severely depleted United Reds line-up justify the adage that a team game can be won without key players if they stick together. Such was the result of the Reds in their 4-1 victory over Waftord that pushed them to a seat in the FA Cup finals.
No other that Sir Alex Fergusson was there to commend the joint efforts of the ailing squad. Fergusson couldn’t ask for anything more thanks to the efforts of players Wes Brown, Gaby Heinze, Alan Smith and the outstanding plays of Wayne Rooney and hotshot Cristiano Ronaldo.
Displaying the courage and the fire of true warriors, the Reds bucked the odds of its ever growing list of injured players. It was a matter of heart and pride and this is sure to be a good momentum and motivation for the team going into the finals. Not to be forgotten as well is the overwhelming support of the United Reds fans that have been behind the back of the team despite the trying times that the team has had to weather in past weeks.
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Posted April 13th, 2007 by red devil in Analysis, FA Cup, Injuries, News, Player Reviews, Predictions
If there is one thing that has been bothering Sir Alex Fergusson these days, it is that of injury to key players at a stage where a complete roster is essential. The Reds are now at the semi-finals of the FA cup but with the plague of injuries to key players such as Louis Saha and John O’Shea who are down with separate injuries.
Saha is recuperating from a hamstring strain injury and may be a doubtful starter on their Tuesday game against Sheffield United at Old Trafford. O’Shea on the other hand suffered a calf injury in their last game against Roma.
“John didn’t train on Friday,” confirmed Sir Alex Ferguson at his pre-match press conference. “But hopefully he will be OK for Saturday. Patrice Evra came in at right-back on Tuesday and did very well.”
If it is any consolation, Paul Shoes will be back from serving a suspension and will be able to play. But Fergusson is weary that at this stage of the tournament, adjustments to the winning ways of the Reds may prove to be costly for where they have accomplished by this time.
“My other decision is that Paul Scholes is back from suspension. Changing a winning team is very difficult after the way they performed against Roma. But Paul’s experience could be important in a semi-final.”
Another doubtful player is that of Gary Neville who will still be out for another week. While he was reportedly going to be ready by the time they face Sheffield, Fergusson doubts the healing time and would rather not risk aggravating injuries of his player’s careers. Call it a spade of bad luck!
[tags]john o’shea, louis saha, united reds, alex fergusson, uefa, soccer, roma, old trafford, sheffield[/tags]
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Posted March 21st, 2007 by red devil in Champions League, Fixtures, Injuries, Internationals, News, Why MU is the Greatest
Nemanja Vidic, Crisiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, Ji-sung Park and Dong Fangshuo have returned to their respective native grounds in preparation for the Euro-2008 qualifiers slated to start this March 24, 2007. Representing their mother clubs and national teams is something that the star-studded Reds cast will have to offer in seeing their players lead their respective teams for this prestigious event.
While such big names have cropped up from the long list of United Reds players, there are also a lot of names absent. Most of them will not be suiting up due to injuries that they are taking care of. Among the names that will not be seen in the Euro qualifiers include the likes of Gary Neville, Darren Fletcher, Mikael Silvestre and Louis Saha.
Each of these players are recuperating and nursing various injuries but the competition is still expected to produce the quality plays that the United Reds players offer in its regular season of play.
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Posted March 19th, 2007 by red devil in FA Cup, Fixtures, Injuries, Internationals, League Cup, News, Player Reviews
After more than a year of being sidelined due to a broken leg and a dislocated ankle, the United Red’s striker Alan Smith has officially returned to active duty and made his first start for the Red’s lineup in Old Trafford at the FA Cup. Smith played a pivotal role in helping the Reds take a 1-0 victory over Middlesbrough, making a good account for him in the 70-minute performance that he was gave. It also marked his first start at Old Trafford since 2005 and what a way to come back in style.
Smith readily acknowledged that it was not easy to take the field once more after such a long layoff. Fortunately, he made a good account for himself and is happy to be back but is still working his way back to the Alan Smith of old. In the midst of it all is the continued support of Sir Alex Fergusson who has been giving him all the support he needs to be able to get back to form. Given a few more games, Smith is expected to be a big help to the United Reds club.
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Posted March 13th, 2007 by red devil in Analysis, Champions League, FA Cup, Injuries, League Cup, News
Edwin van der Sar will continue to watch the game from the sidelines in United Reds next game with Bolton at Old Trafford on Saturday. Van Der Sar suffered a calf strain during their warm-up prior to their FA Cup game at Middlesbrough. The Dutchman has been advised to rest the injury to avoid aggravating it.
There was no need for any medical treatment on Edwin’s injury and all that is needed was rest on the strained calf of United’s goalkeeper. Tomas Kuszczak has been holding the fort until Van Der Sar is given the green light to report back to active duty and help the cause of his team.
Things couldn’t have come at a worse time but Edwin believes that the team still has a chance of making it to the semis. But watching from the sidelines helplessly is the only thing he can do for now until his injury fully heals.
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Posted March 9th, 2007 by red devil in Champions League, Gossip, Injuries, News, Predictions, Why MU is the Greatest
Despite a badly depleted lineup, Sir Alex Ferguson is confident that his team can make it beyond the quarterfinals. United reached the quarterfinals by getting past Lille 2-0. This will be the first time that the team have reached the quarterfinals in four years and optimism is written all over the face of the United Reds boss.
Add to this that the team wasn’t yet even in top form against Lille, and Ferguson knows all to well that with a fit team, they can make it all the way to the final. Thriving on their defensive solidarity, United can actually achieve the feat against other teams such as AC Milan, Chelsea, Liverpool, Bayern Munich, PSV Eindhoven, Valencia and Roma.
The team has the talent to pull it off as can be seen and emphasized by most quarters. Focus and getting to top form will be the key towards attaining the goal and with Sir Alex, such a possibility can become reality.
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Posted March 7th, 2007 by red devil in Analysis, Champions League, Gossip, Injuries, Internationals, League Cup, News, Player Reviews, Transfer Talk
Despite the talks that were held between Henrik Larsson and Sir Alex Fergusson regarding his continued tenure with the team, Larsson has made up his mind to go back home to Sweden and honor his signed contract with his hometown last year. Despite his large contribution in helping the United Manchester club, the decision has been set and accepted by Sir Fergusson.
Larsson has made a valuable contribution and headway for the team. The timing couldn’t have been worse since the team is still saddled with injuries to its chief star players such as Ole Gunnar and Louis Saha. There were speculations that he would be convinced to stay longer, at least for the meantime that most of the key players are recuperating from injuries, but the decision needs to be done on Larsson’s part.
Despite his departure, Larsson is convinced that the team can still make it through the quarterfinals where he was a key figure in reaching this stage. With the experience that United has, it will not be surprising if they actually achieve the goal.
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