More often than not in professional football, we hear managers talking up their team’s chances prior to the start of the season, demonstrating a hundred per cent belief in its ability to succeed and fulfill the expectations of their supporters. Continue reading
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Beaten 1-6 by City. Ravaged by injuries. Advantage United.
By hammering Manchester United 1-6 at Old Trafford, archrivals Manchester City might very well have handed them the Premier League title. Sounds strange doesn’t it? Bear with me as I explain my reasoning. Continue reading
Manchester United’s Grit and Comeback Culture
On Sunday February 5, 2012, fifty minutes into their highly anticipated match, Manchester United went 3-0 down against top four rivals Chelsea. Logic stated that it would be curtains for the Red Devils and that Andre Villas-Boas’ side would take all three points. Continue reading
3 Reasons City cannot afford to take United lightly in the FA Cup
They say money can’t buy happiness. And they might be right. Trophies though, are another matter entirely. After buying winning the FA Cup during last year’s campaign, Manchester City has bought played its way to the top of the table at the midway point of the 2011-2012 Premier League season. Continue reading