January 12th, 2010

AFR Answers: “How the hell are Manchester United still in second place?”

Question: “Manchester United’s lineup really looks crappy. I mean the first eleven themselves. Looks like kids from no where. Look at real. Look at barca. chelsea. No where close. How the hell are they still in second place?”

Short answer: Ryan Giggs and Wayne Rooney have been class. This is also possibly the best title race ever.

Long answer: I’m assuming you’re referring to United’s Starting XI against Ally McLeish’s Invincible Blues. Rafael, Jonny Evans, Ji-Sung Park, Darren Fletcher, Wes Brown? The Red Devils certainly getting any help from injuries this campaign. With the dynamic duo of Rio and Nemanja on the disabled list, there is a major weak spot for opposing teams to attack at. That being said, Birmingham are an excellent side, and really United were fortunate to grab a point. But that is what makes them Manchester United; they snatch points where others fail too (sorry Arsenal!).

I personally don’t think United will win the title because of their lack of depth. I mean, Fergie had Ben Amos and Mame Biram Diouf on his bench. They’re probably good lads, but young, inexperienced kids don’t win you titles. Unless your name is Federico Macheda, that is.

Anyway, Manchester United are in second place having played an extra game, currently sitting two points clear of Arsenal and six points clear of Manchester City. Arsene Wenger is not willing to see his side fizzle out, and is intent on strengthening his schoolboy-aged squad. If all goes well for Arsenal, then they could certainly surpass United, and even win the league. Easier said than done, of course.

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