I ain't kidding! That's the final score from last night English Premiership fixture, truth to be told i was expecting at least 3 goals margin, but 8-2 or 6 goals margin is just beyond madness. Reason why i thought it would be a walkover simply because Arsenal has a very depleted squad this time around. They sold Cesc Fabregas last week and Samir Nasri left the club for Man City about the same time too, both their best players and that's not the end of them, they were missing Gervinho, Sagna, Gibbs, Vermaelen, Wilshere, Diaby, Song from either suspension or injuries. When they announced the line up, i was thinking we definitely have to score at least 4goals, cause the squad they put up was seriously SHIT!
Take nothing away from the Manchester United squad, we put up the same squad that beat Spurs last week, also the 2nd youngest squad Sir Alex ever put up in the Premier League history. Strangely, United fielded a side that average age of 23, younger than that chosen by Arsene Wenger with an average of 23.6. And yet it was our "boys" that looked to have grown up, displaying a level of maturity and team unity. It showed how much talent this group of kids has when we have Ryan Giggs, Park Ji-Sung, Rio Ferdinand, Berbatov on the bench. Only down side of the match is we witnessed the withdrawal of young Danny Welbeck through hamstring injury which reported to estimate of 5weeks on the sidelines. It comes no better timing that one of the Old Trafford favourite "Chicharito" is back! He came on replacing looking sharper and sharper, layed off a few good balls and could even had a chance to score but maybe lack of match sharpness did show a bit. Nonetheless great to see him back on the field, we all miss you!! :)
Wayne Rooney scored a hatrick last night, all from set pieces, finally we found a solution after David Beckham left us. It's great to finally see him firing all cylinder, playing with a smile on his face, and most noticeable is when we were up 3-0 or 4-1 whatever the result was, we still see him chasing 30-40yards back to aid the midfield and attempt to win the ball. Such dedication and willingness gives me strong indications that the issues he had starting of last season have been well put to bed, you're a champion Rooney! Another impressive performance from Phil Jones, nothing much to say except you're an exceptional young talent, playing well above your age. David De Gea is slowly learning and impressing as well, saving a penalty regardless if its a weak one from Van Persie, who knows what might happen if he scored and made it 1-1. I am happy you are in between our sticks and know the facts he will come good, so lets all be patient while he learn more English and the culture of the club/city and English football =) Ashley Young the other new signing is producing the goods so early in his United career, already assisting the team in many ways and 2 goals from him last night, both beautiful taken goals. Already becoming one of the top performer this year, excellent mate!
The picture says it all @ Arsenal Bench
Frankly a lot more can be said after what we witnessed last night. Do i pity Arsenal? Hell no, if it was the other way round, we would be getting shit from the whole world, no one cares who played and what happened to the team except the final score. 2 days left before the transfer window closes, i don't see many deals happening for them and the rate they're going i have a feeling they might finish just above top 10. As for United, they continue their winning start of the season, and will be looking to maintain such rich form as they look to hold off greater threats from other close rivals. Cross my fingers this coming international break no injuries on any United players! Glory Glory the Red Devils!
PS: Selamat Hari Raya to all Muslims =) Enjoy the holidays!