If anyone feared a cagey, tentative encounter - and I sincerely hope that’s no one after seeing the lineups - their fears were quickly calmed with a quick start that included a couple of chances for Chelsea FC. In the second minute, a Fernando Torres volley off of a corner kick went into the back of the net off of the underside of the crossbar, but his goal was disallowed due to the man who headed the ball to him, David Luiz, tugging at the shirt of Nemanja Vidic. Two minutes later, Florent Malouda had a good shot saved by Edwin van der Sar. The Blues have been very ambitious, hardly allowing Manchester United to have a sniff.
Chelsea FC Vs. Manchester United: Eventful Opening 15 Minutes Sees Disallowed Goal, Florent Malouda Looking Dangerous
The Red Devils, though they have the skill of Paul Scholes and the flair of Nani, are somehow lacking in skill and flair. Or maybe we’ve all talked ourselves into this myth because we expect so much more from Manchester United? In any event, Michael Carrick isn’t providing much in the way of attacking, while Darren Fletcher is about the least dynamic attacking right midfielder you’re ever going to see. This isn’t a knock on Fletcher, who is a quality player. It’s just not his position.
For those of you wondering about the little pea, Javier Hernandez, he looks like he belongs in this game. While some may have significant disagreements with Alex Ferguson’s tactics, he can hardly be criticized for picking Chicharito. He’s looked pretty good so far.
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