Manchester United Are A Pretty Decent Side
Just a few days ago I accused Manchester United of not looking treble worthy - or hungry for trophies for that matter. In all fairness, I also accused Bolton of being crap against everyone other than Arsenal. After today, Chelsea's denial that the title race has been decided looks less admirable and more and more delusional. Even with Henrik Larrsson returning to Sweden and a few injuries popping up around Old Trafford (Gary Neville this afternoon) it would appear that there are is no weakness large enough to prevent the Premiership title from going United's way.
Bolton coming to Old Trafford somehow was being translated as a "tricky fixture" for the Red Devils. When not even half an hour had passed and the score line indicted there was no coming back for Bolton -- that early assumption was embarrassing. Did we expect a moment of brilliance from Nicolas Anelka? Or maybe Kevin Davies and Kevin Nolan? Okay, we expected something in the way of a fight considering Bolton are a top five side demanding the respect typically reserved for the Big 4 of England.
But when England manager, Steven McClaren, was seen leaving the grounds 15 minutes from full time there had to be a couple things going on in his head. 1. Kevin Nolan will never be quality enough for an England call-up. 2. There is no one pulling on the England shirt close to the player that Christiano Ronaldo is.
When Ronaldo came off - making way for Alan Smith - it was clear to anyone watching that Ronaldo is the most dangerous player in the world. He was the drive behind the first 3 goals and he is more than willing to take United on his shoulders the rest of the way.
Chelsea may or may not finish the day 6 points behind United. I reckon that 6 points is as close as they will get this season. Their best shots of getting one up on United remain potential FA Cup and Champions League finals. But even if those dream match-ups come to pass and Chelsea claims United's scalp in one or both, the consistency and at times stunning will to win the EPL United has displayed will outshine any amount of trophy polishing the London club attempts.
Bolton coming to Old Trafford somehow was being translated as a "tricky fixture" for the Red Devils. When not even half an hour had passed and the score line indicted there was no coming back for Bolton -- that early assumption was embarrassing. Did we expect a moment of brilliance from Nicolas Anelka? Or maybe Kevin Davies and Kevin Nolan? Okay, we expected something in the way of a fight considering Bolton are a top five side demanding the respect typically reserved for the Big 4 of England.
But when England manager, Steven McClaren, was seen leaving the grounds 15 minutes from full time there had to be a couple things going on in his head. 1. Kevin Nolan will never be quality enough for an England call-up. 2. There is no one pulling on the England shirt close to the player that Christiano Ronaldo is.
When Ronaldo came off - making way for Alan Smith - it was clear to anyone watching that Ronaldo is the most dangerous player in the world. He was the drive behind the first 3 goals and he is more than willing to take United on his shoulders the rest of the way.
Chelsea may or may not finish the day 6 points behind United. I reckon that 6 points is as close as they will get this season. Their best shots of getting one up on United remain potential FA Cup and Champions League finals. But even if those dream match-ups come to pass and Chelsea claims United's scalp in one or both, the consistency and at times stunning will to win the EPL United has displayed will outshine any amount of trophy polishing the London club attempts.
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