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Musings on the European Cup Semi finals
So 3 of the 4 teams in last years semis are in them again. Chelsea being there, and winning it, last year was a freak (they were utter shit) so we can pretty much discount them from any regard to rankings.
Despite our protestations that the campions league has become a lottery (Of course, given the format there is always the possibility of a team like the scouse or chelsea winning it every ten years or so) it seems like it's becoming more like the rest of europe's leagues, with the same few teams in contention every year and with those teams rotating somewhat in cycles of a few years. And due to our weak first eleven we're not currently one of them. Despite us being unlucky with the way we went out we were only in that situation through Fergusons canny use of our limited resources (same as he does in our domestic league, although that's an easier task). Having watched PSG a couple of times I thought they were a far superior side to us in almost every area and they went out in the quarters. Sadly, given their resources, we can't compete with them in attracting a player like Lucas Moura. I'd say we're at the lower end of the top 8 in europe now, maybe not even that. Quite depressing really. I hope it's not the start of slow slide downwards and instead it's used as some motivation for a massive investment in 4 or 5 top quality first teamers. |
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That doesn't mean to say I think we're a great side, because we're not - but the entire campaign has collapsed since that night. The goals have dried up - Van Persie's lack of goals since January is a big concern. He had a wonderful start to his career, but during the business end he's fluffed his lines - key games against Real Madrid, Chelsea & City he didn't turn up. Fergie's default setting has kicked in so Giggs is getting the nod in big games ahead of Cleverley (which is ludicrous for many reasons) We should still go on to win the League (they all want sacking if they don't) but nothing has been the same since the Madrid defeat. Fergie looks a broken man & he's relying on old pro's & coincidences to get us over the line in the League. |
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United will not get involved in attempting to buy any player if there is any chance of any kind of auction or if they are not absolutely certain the player will choose United, it's a truly arrogant standpoint. In works in some cases and ensures you steer clear of mercenaries, but in this day and age it means you are settling for a lower level of players. |
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Van Persie's form has been worrying, especially with it being so good in the first half. I don't know if it's just falling down that hole at QPR that did it, but he hasn't looked fully fit since. We should get over the line and get the 10 points, but we need a big change for next season. |
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Barcelona have Messi, Real have Ronaldo, Bayern have the core of the Germany team and the Bundesliga's star has been rising for 3 seasons now; Dortmund are a terrific young team.
It's absurd to suggest that United couldn't have beaten PSG - Paris had a few chances in the 1st leg against Barca but were essentially out-played just as we were last time we met them. In the 2nd leg Barcelona were absolute garbage until Messi came on but PSG failed to capitalise. On the contrary, United were very good and in control of the Real tie until the red card. Van Persie missed a sitter to win the 1st leg, hit the bar and also forced a brilliant save at the end. We were very very close to seeing off Mourinho's team. |
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