The anticipation is heavy for us Man Utd fans to see how they would begin their title defence this season in the post Ronaldo era. Blah blah blah. While it is doom and gloom for some, we here at Soccer Crazee personally think that it would be an excellent opportunity for the new generation to step up and show us what they're capable of as well as the unearthign of some new fine gems. What do you, my dear reader think about this?
The season kicks off with the first round of games tonight and we have already seen Chelsea concede a goal in their 2-1 win over Hull City. An expected result against a team we deem to be relegation battlers unless their new striker Stephen Hunt has anything to say about it. Drogba will be challenging Anelka to the golden boot given his brace. At the time of writing, Aston Villa have slumped to a 2-0 deficit against Wigan which is a real shock as i have expected them to improve on last year's performance. They must be really hit by the departure of Barry, leaving a gaping hole in central midfield.
Elsewhere, Man City are still far off from their target as their team have yet to gel despite having new boy Adebayor score a nice goal in the 3rd minute of his debut. Blackburn, in my opinion should be able to nick one from them and draw the game. Their only obstacle would be Shay Given, arguably one of the best, experienced and most consistent keepers around in the Premier League. Its a pity that his clubs stink. It would be interesting to see how Arsenal's youngsters deal with Everton's grit and physical prowess and should prove to be an interest watch. Liverpool and Tottenham tomorrow night would be a it of a bore given Torres' taunt that he will settle for nothing less than being a champ. Who gives a damn right?
The highlight as usual is on Manchest United and their match again the newly promoted roller coaster that is Birmingham. The players would be raring to go and would definitely want to vent the frustrations of the defeats against Barcelona and more recently, Chelsea on a poor Birmingham side. I would personally like to see a goal fest in the region of 3-0 or 4-0. Nani's injury scare has also been laid to rest which is a tremendous relief and with Owen hungry to play for England again, Rooney on form and Berbatov wanting to prove his critics wrong. Man Utd possess a blood thirsty frontline supported by a stable supply from their wingers and guarded by the Fletcher and the usual almost water-tight defence. It looks to be an exciting title defence. Only worry i have would be in goal. Foster has of late been a bit of a clown and should have done better last weekend.
Glory Glory Man Utd!
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