Manchester United v Miscellaneous London Team Red - FA Premier League - 28/08/11 [R]

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  1. Holy__Joe

    Holy__Joe Moderator
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    Mar 31, 2007
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    #1 Holy__Joe, Aug 23, 2011

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    Competition: FA Premier League
    Date: Sunday 28nd August 2011
    Location: Old Trafford, Greater Manchester
    Kick off: 16:00 BST, 11:00 EST
    TV: Sky Sports HD 1 (UK)
    Weather: Partly Cloudy, Maximum temperature of 16°C

    Manchester United Team News
    Injured: Rafael (Shoulder), Vidic (Calf Muscle Strain), Fletcher (Virus)

    United have started the season strongly with two wins including a convincing 3-0 victory over Arsenal's local rival Tottenham. After a shakey start to his United career De Gea has shown hints of the talent that resulted in his United signing and will be hoping to manage another home clean sheet. With some familiar faces returning to the squad after Injury Sir Alex will be facing a couple of selection headaches especially after Welbeck's MOM performance and the return of last seasons Mexican ensation Hernandez.

    Arsenal Team News
    Injured: Koscielny (Back), Rosicky (Groin, doubtful), Djourou (Hamstring), Gibbs (Hamstring), Diaby (Ankle/Foot), Eastmond (Ankle/Foot)
    Suspended: Emmanuel Frimpong, Gervinho

    After their 2-0 drubbing by Liverpool in the second week of fixtures and the sale of Fabregas real questions are being asked of Arsenal's top four credentials with most having written off any hope of them achieving Premier League success in the forseable future. With just over a week left til the transfer window closes Wenger's squad is looking paper thin.

    Meetings Last season:
    Manchester United 1 - 0 Arsenal Old Trafford, Manchester
    Arsenal 1 - 0 Manchester United Emirates Stadium, London

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  2. Holy__Joe

    Holy__Joe Moderator
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    #2 Holy__Joe, Aug 23, 2011
    Although not a recent photo I have to say it's one of my favourites and I couldn't resist using it :)
     
  3. WinningEleven

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    Jun 23, 2006
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    #3 WinningEleven, Aug 23, 2011
    Photo not showing?

    Great title anyway. Let's out-power them.
     
  4. yikchi

    yikchi Member+

    Aug 11, 2004
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    #4 yikchi, Aug 23, 2011
    I wonder if we still use our "big game" line up against them.
     
  5. Holy__Joe

    Holy__Joe Moderator
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    #5 Holy__Joe, Aug 23, 2011
    It's strange how much difference selling two players can make to how a team is perceived. I guess the big thing is that they lost two of their best and from a similar position.

    Isolate RVP and their attack will struggle. Arsenal don't have a good record in recent times at Old Trafford. Should be fun
     
  6. SyedZada

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    #6 SyedZada, Aug 23, 2011
    They also miss their regular LB and the backup LB at the moment. Also their new recruit and DM face three match ban, a few injured back and they will look better.
     
  7. johno

    johno Member+

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    #7 johno, Aug 23, 2011
    1. I think people are dismissing Arsenal (for this match) entirely too easily.

    2. I am curious to know what folks think they'll run out in terms of formation and personnel.


    My guess:

    ---------------------RVP
    Arshavin-----------------------------Walcott
    ------------------XXXXXX
    -------------Song--------Ramsey
    Jenkinson------------------------------Sagna
    ------------Vermalen-----XXXX
    ------------------Szczęsny

    XXXX one of the injured players I guess.

    Given Evra's form (matched up with the speedy Walcott) and the positional "strength" of our CMs, I don't see it as a walk for us by any means. RVP can of course have a strong game and make trouble for our backline which wont be the most experienced.
     
  8. Republic of Mancunia

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    #8 Republic of Mancunia, Aug 23, 2011
    It really isn't. :eek:
     
  9. urbnzy

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    #9 urbnzy, Aug 23, 2011
    Song was also charged for stamping Barton and should be banned for 3 matches, starting with the United one.
     
  10. johno

    johno Member+

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    #10 johno, Aug 23, 2011
    really? That is tough on them then. Injuries to like 3 starters (CB, LB, CM) and suspensions in CM + Wing/FW
     
  11. pgr17

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    #11 pgr17, Aug 23, 2011
    wow... we sure are starting them early this season.

    since the TV times are only UK, this is showing on FSC in the USA.
     
  12. Ruud v.Nistelrooy 10

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    #12 Ruud v.Nistelrooy 10, Aug 23, 2011
    Respuesta: Re: Manchester United v Miscellaneous London Team Red - FA Premier League - 28/08/11 [R]

    its on setanta in canada as well

    since Frimpong didnt get a straight red he is out for 1 game. maybe i am thinking a few years back but isnt there some way to play the next game and delay the ban? i know Nicky Butt did it (as an example) after getting 2 reds in 2 games.
     
  13. Numquam Moribimur

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    #13 Numquam Moribimur, Aug 23, 2011


    Yep.....shocking title :eek:
     
  14. MtP07

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    Jan 3, 2005
    #14 MtP07, Aug 23, 2011
    Holy Joe makes up for it by using that Giggs picture. :D One of the all time great pictures.
     
  15. Invincible

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    Mar 28, 2004
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    #15 Invincible, Aug 23, 2011
    The stage is set for an upset.
     
  16. Numquam Moribimur

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    #16 Numquam Moribimur, Aug 23, 2011
    we play like we did in the 2nd half last night....we put 3-4 past them on Sunday, no question about that.
     
  17. pgr17

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    #17 pgr17, Aug 23, 2011
    a mod should just change the title. it's been two games so far. jeez.
     
  18. JC7rox

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    #18 JC7rox, Aug 23, 2011
    This should also be a prematch thread. We should make a separate match thread closer to the date.
     
  19. Teso Dos Bichos

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    #19 Teso Dos Bichos, Aug 23, 2011
    Wenger claims Wilshere is out for 2-3 weeks with his ankle injury. Whether this is yet another Reyes type comment is unknown.
     
  20. MtP07

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    #20 MtP07, Aug 23, 2011
    Why does it matter?
     
  21. JC7rox

    JC7rox Member+

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    #21 JC7rox, Aug 23, 2011
    Reyes....who tackled him when he went down, execution-style, knees down then torso forward, against us? I think it was Gaz but it might have been Giggsy.

    It does not. My own personal opinion. The match threads are open too early.
     
  22. Ruud v.Nistelrooy 10

    Ruud v.Nistelrooy 10 Moderator
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    #22 Ruud v.Nistelrooy 10, Aug 23, 2011
    Respuesta: Re: Manchester United v Miscellaneous London Team Red - FA Premier League - 28/08/11 [R]

    was Gary
     
  23. MtP07

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    #23 MtP07, Aug 23, 2011
    Just curious if there was a reason. I kind of like having the match threads a little earlier.
     
  24. JamesA

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    Dec 7, 2004
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    #24 JamesA, Aug 23, 2011
    So, who do they even have fit and available to play in midfield?

    Ramsey, Rosicky and...?

    Is Wenger going to suit up himself?

    Wilshere - Injured
    Diaby - Injured

    Song - suspended
    Frimpong - suspended right?
     
  25. Ruud v.Nistelrooy 10

    Ruud v.Nistelrooy 10 Moderator
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    #25 Ruud v.Nistelrooy 10, Aug 23, 2011
    Respuesta: Re: Manchester United v Miscellaneous London Team Red - FA Premier League - 28/08/11 [R]

    Eastmond or Lansbury maybe Arshavin?
     
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