Reversal of Fortunes
Mad Dog and Master Class (Carlos Tevez and Ryan Giggs, respectively) limp into Sunday’s Manchester derby, slumping in comparison to their neighbor’s unbeaten start.
While Sir Alex Ferguson’s men have drawn their opening 2 matches against Reading and Portsmouth, former England manager, Sven-Goran Eriksson has prompted a revival of sorts at the City of Manchester Stadium with 2 quick victories out of the gate against West Ham and Derby County.
Despite their summer signings, Man. United have found it hard to jell at this early stage, and are not only hampered by Rooney’s foot injury, but will also have to play without Portuguese winger, Cristiano Ronaldo, who picked up a red card in frustration in the final stages of the Portsmouth match.
Man. City on the other hand has shown an attacking edge that was virtually non existent under Stuart Pearce. Of course new signings and money spent have not been a problem for the new manager, and the Swede looks determined to put out a side of attacking quality not seen since the days of Kevin Keegan.
Certainly, Man. United is now a monster in waiting and just need that little something to kick-start their title defending season. Putting an end to Man. City’s best ever EPL start is just what Sir Alex has ordered.
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