Sir Alex Ferguson hails his team after their triumph in the EPL this season. He said a lot of things about his team, but broadly he cherished their consistency which eventually won them this prestigious title. Last year, City did not let them take away the series, but this year, United made it sure that no one can stop them from winning the trophy when they have four matches in spare. Perhaps, City is following them this year too, but they cannot defeat points of their arch rivals United. The victory was sourced by Robin van Persie’s hat trick which made Aston Villa even more miserable in front of 70000 spectators Last night. Ferguson appreciated his team’s fighting spirit carried from last season when they were denied of the title on the basis of goals difference from City. Cheery manager said about his team, “This club never gives in.” “From Sir Matt Busby, the Munich Disaster, to rebuilding and to win the European Cup, that tells you the history of United. “Every player … [Read more...]
ManU, seven points away from EPL title
There is no doubt with the fact that Manchester United has performed brilliantly this season and that is why they have been on the top of the leaderboard most of the time this season. Now, when EPL is reaching its conclusion, ManU is still enjoying its supremacy over other teams with a comfortable lead from its closest club and arch rival Manchester City who is almost 15 points away to replace United on the top. Yesterday, United won another match to enhance its lead when they defeated Stroke with 2-0, and more importantly, it was Robin van Persie who ended his drought by finding the net at last. Actually, Netherlands striker could not score even a single goal in his last ten matches, but Sunday was his day and he perfectly capitalized his 66th minute penalty and fired a goal. – his 20th in the league. Another reason for joy for United is the fact that they are the closest to clinch the title from their arch rival City, perhaps they only need seven more points to take the title home … [Read more...]
Reading finally finds its new manager in Nigel Adkins
One of the EPL strugglers this season: Reading recently sacked its manager, and it was since searching for a suitable person to take the responsibilities of its sinking reputation. Finally, it has found its match in Nigel Adkins who has everything they were looking for. Nigel Adkins, the 48-year-old ex-Southampton manager signs a deal to remain as a club manager until 2016. Actually, he was also jobless ever since his old club fired him back in January and now he seems to be ready to begin a new career with Reading who is also struggling with its EPL leaderboard position. The new manager will play his first match with Arsenal on Saturday and then he is likely to prepare his strategies to deliver something that he is brought in for. Reading’s owner Anton Zingarevich finalized the deal on Monday and expressed his joy on having a renowned manager like him in his interview. He said, “I am delighted to bring Nigel to our club because he is perfect for us. “He has great respect within the … [Read more...]
Liverpool 3-2 victory over Tottenham halts its unbeaten run
3 - 2 The EPL leaderboard is getting more and more interesting as the days are progressing. Just few weeks ago, it was unthinkable that Tottenham can be on the third place while Chelsea closely following it. Tottenham showed a magnificent gameplay in its last twelve matches and remained unbeaten for a dozen of EPL games, but ultimately, its unbeaten run is halted by Liverpool who is also surging its position in the leaderboard. Liverpool defeated Tottenham by 3-2 on Sunday making it to sit at the sixth place in the tally. Likewise, Tottenham has loosened its grip over third place which now became more vulnerable looking at its narrow lead from Chelsea who is also in good form after a FA’s quarterfinal draw against United. Captain Steven Gerrard scored the winner in the 82nd minute of the game and made its sure that Tottenham will not be unbeaten anymore. It is Liverpool’s third consecutive win under Rodgers mentorship which looks a result of comprehensive moral boost rather just a … [Read more...]
Benitez prioritizes among top four EPL finish
No one would like to see the EPL’s final tally without its defending champion: Chelsea on a top position - perhaps among top four places. Chelsea’s temporary manager Rafael Benitez also hinted about his desire to at least make a comeback and secured one of the top four places, and for that, he is even willing to sacrifice their FA cup journey. According to him, they are playing too many matches these days hence they need to fix their priorities and select one of them rather jumping towards all of them. Notably, Chelsea’s chances of finishing among top four shunned on Sunday when City defeated them by 2-0, and now, Tottenham will be ahead of them if it overcomes West Ham at Upton Park on Monday night. For Benitez, their horror show on Sunday gave their rivals an opportunity to go ahead of them. When asked about any reason for ignoring Captain John Terry for their big fight with City, he said, it was necessary and a part of strategy for last few weeks of the EPL. However, when he was … [Read more...]