Manchester United did not allow Chelsea

Manchester United did not allow Chelsea to sit quietly at the top of the Premier League standings. Red Devils-term success keeping United-difference of two numbers with Chelsea (43-45). United 5-0 Wigan slaughtered at Old Trafford Stadium yesterday morning (31/12).

Five goals are described quite inequitable power line per line of United. For proof, all sectors contribute their goals. The party begins host Wayne Rooney the spearhead in the 28th minute. Four minutes later, midfielder Michael Carrick's turn double the advantage.

The third goal was the result of the contribution of defender Rafael just before halftime. The first five minutes of the second half, Bulgaria striker Dimitar Berbatov took advantage hosts 4-0. Antonio Valencia scored the cover contribute.

"I think the players realize that tonight many opportunities that can create goals and they used it well," said Sir Alex Ferguson, United tactician, as reported by the Guardian. "That's good. Because, who knows goal difference could be an important factor in the end of the season," he continued.

Coach is familiarly called Fergie is giving special attention to the appearance of Valencia. The player who is projected as a replacement for Ronaldo's Criatiano overcome awkward and very professional attitude to face former team. Goals to Chris Kirkland's goal yesterday was the sixth goal this season Valencia.

The game at the end of 2009 Fergie is also used to evaluate his team travel. According to him, the storm injured put United had to settle for second position at the end of the first half of the season. Especially in the rear sector. Well, if the pillars are recovered, he was optimistic that the second half of the season his team would be more bertaji.

"Part-time for the second season of experience speaking. That is, mental champion and traditions will be very influential. We've got them," as quoted Fergie boasted BBC Sport.

"The key is to get back my players are injured and we will be far more powerful," continued the man holding the title of the Order of the British Empire.

In the last two Premier League action, as against Hull City and Wigan, Fergie is excited. He got back defender Nemanja Vidic a long absence due to injury. In the two fight it, the goal United conceded only one goal. Fergie was now awaiting the return is Rio Ferdinand, Johnny Evans, and John O'Shea.

"No doubt, had a solid defense would make a big difference for us," said Fergie.

"The stability we got from the defender in the face of Hull and Wigan are fantastic. Today (yesterday, Red) we can win big because of the midfielders playing with full confidence. Supply ball forward even more smoothly," he added.

Create Wigan's defeat made them closer to relegation. Club nicknamed the Latics down in the rankings to 16th with 19 points from 19 laga. Wigan coach Roberto Martinez must work esktrakeras to lift his team away from the danger zone.

"It's very, very, very disappointing. We must be more solid and more effective at dribbling the ball. That's true style. But as against United for some reason things went the opposite," complained Martinez told the Associated Press.

36-year coach was complaining about the lack of player cooperation. "The kids played their own As a result, all of which made United an easy goal to fruition because we played as individuals. In this situation, players should know the importance of motivation in a team," said Martinez

Arsenal Cesc Fabregas fortify

No one desperately Arsenal Cesc Fabregas fortify. The captain was a significant contribution to the club as Aston Villa 3-0 to bend at the Emirates Stadium, London, last night (27/12). Fabregas scored two goals in minute 65 and 81. One more donated Abou Diaby in injury time.

Fabregas scored the first printed by a beautiful free-kick from a distance of about 22 meters. The second goal started from scheme counter attack after 22-year midfielder from Spain are working together with Theo Walcott. Additional confirmed two goals as the top scorer Fabregas Arsenal in the Premier League this season with nine goals Raihan.

Fabregas had entered in the second half, exactly in the 57th minute, substitute Denilson. Decision Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger proved telling. Fabregas takes only eight minutes on the field to break the deadlock, nicknamed The Gunners Arsenal.

Unfortunately, after the second goal, Fabregas again pulled out his left hamstring injury recurrence. Not yet known how serious the injury. To be sure, one of the considerations do not play Fabregas as a starter was not free from conditions which have not been up due to an injury he got against Burnley two weeks ago (16/12).

Cesc''not just a super sub because he is a super player. He can make the game different, though not in a condition not fit,''said Thomas Vermaelen, Arsenal defender, as reported by Sky Sports.

''Before he came, we did not create many chances. We can also not won away since Aston Villa player who looked tired in the second half,''continued the Belgian national team players.

Villa took the victory over Manchester United Arsenal displaced from second place with a difference of one point (38-37) after the same play 18 action. Only, United could take back his place if win over Hull City early this morning WIT (28/12).

On the other hand, the defeat of Arsenal thwart the ambitions of Villa repeat success of last season when winning 2-0. The results of yesterday as well mengghentikan unbeaten record besutan Martin O'Neill's team in action last seven.

The Villans, Villa-title track also failed to Leeds United in the 1994-1995 season. Namely, as a club capable of beating both big four (the title for Arsenal quartet, Liverpool, Chelsea, United) in a season.

Although still survive in the big four with 35 points from 19 fight, Villa could not berleha-inattentive. Et al Stiliyan Petrov had another tough test when entertain Liverpool on Wednesday morning WIT (30/12). Referring to the experience of last season, Villa was good only in the first half. After that, they sag in the second round.

Argentina --> "Messi is the Maradona me."

"Messi is the Maradona me." So praise Argentina legend Diego Maradona on the talents of Lionel Messi. His movement is very fast, even while controlling the ball. Bait-bait accurate, so the solution in front of goal.

Maradona praise was not wrong. In fact, the achievement Messi beyond the legend. He was crowned as FIFA Player of the Year 2009, a title that never achieved Maradona throughout his career. Messi is the first Argentine player to win the crown.

Yes, Messi is an individual achievement somewhat incomplete. Last season, he won six titles with Barcelona. The whole competition started a local level, Europe, until they conquered the world. Players born June 24, 1987 was also seized various personal awards. Before FIFA, he has collected two awards flashy, namely the European Player of the UEFA version and Ballon d'Or (European Player of the Year France Football version).

However, something was missing. All titles are achieved Messi at club level. He could not give the best for Argentine national team. If so, he can not exceed Maradona. Although he never became the best of the world, the seniors have led their country win the World Cup trophy in 1986 edition. World Cup trophy that is the target of the next Messi to improve individual performance.

Messi Argentina could not create fear. A series of poor results in qualifying zone Conmebol make a team called Tango-Argentina-stumbling. Just make sure they qualify for the final round in the 2010 War in South Africa last Matchday thin qualification with 1-0 victory over Uruguay.

Messi says not understand why the sharpness at the club level to the national team is not contagious. In fact, when dressed in distinctive blue Tango, he also worked as hard as Barcelona. Messi cooperation with the national team colleagues do not have any constraints.

"Argentina suffered hard times in qualifying," he said in a special interview with FIFA. "But the World Cup is a different event. I just wish I could play better with the team," Messi promise.

Many say, he did not fit with Maradona, the national team coach. Indeed, since the coaching reins of Tango legend moved to Argentina's hands, Messi became lost magic. He often seemed confused by the tactics Maradona. Weak Maradona in motivating the players to make the whole penggawanya, including Messi, no gereget defend the country.

However, it's all over. Messi hopes timnasnya able to maximize preparations are only five months. "The most important, we've escaped and live how we fix the deficiencies during the qualification. That way, next June we arrived in South Africa in the best shape," said Messi.

At the World Cup finals in 2010, Argentina was in group B, with Nigeria, South Korea, and Greece. On paper, it sounds all easy. Challenges they had actually begun in the second half. But, Messi chose not underestimated these three competitors.

"No doubt, this is a tough group. One large group that thinks it's easy. All teams have a pride and a high fighting power to fight for his country. Each has his own challenges," said Messi. "We really need to all-out if you want to qualify to the second round," he said.

At the 1986 World Cup, Argentina had difficulty in qualifying. But, in actual events, they became champions. Achievements that have not been able to emulate to this day. But, when conditions were similar to those experienced this year Messi et al. "Of course I hope we champion. Nice too, if history is repeated," said Mess.

The full Barcelona's pursuit of a hit this year.

After a clean sweep of domestic titles and ruled the European arena, Catalan squad was finally closed in 2009 through the journey the title in the event Raihan FIFA Club World Cup 2009. Barcelona appears as the champion after the final action that ended early yesterday beat Estudiantes 2-1 days.

Barcelona Blaugrana-nickname-needed work extra hard to up the championship ladder. In fact, they were shadowed by the failure. The reason, advance excel Estudiantes by Mauro Boselli scored at minute 37. But, Carles Puyol et al finally able to equalize two minutes before the fight ended by a substitute player, Pedro. Blaugrana success is determined by Lionel Messi at the renewal period of time, exactly on the 110th minute.

Well, so Messi scored a goal, the atmosphere at Zayed Sports City Stadium, Abu Dhabi, went straight to rumble. The majority of spectators Barcelona supporters are convinced that their beloved team would be a winner. "It's excellent. It's a decent result for our hard work throughout the game," said Messi told reporters at the mixed zone area.

Messi also praised the performance of extraordinary Estudiantes. Argentine club was able to trouble his team. "They played great. The attacks behind them difficult to conjecture. However, we controlled the game and is a decent result," said winning the Ballon d'Or. At Zayed Sports City Stadium, Barcelona supporters are more than Estudiantes. Only, Estudiantes fans are far more militant than the fans of Barcelona. Estudiantes fanatical supporters in the stands east tersentral Zayed Sports City Stadium. They never stopped supporting.

Meanwhile, Xavi and Messi the best player award, Barcelona coach Josep Guardiola was crying on the shoulders of Thierry Henry.

The incident highlighted the television cameras. When Pep Guardiola-greeting-still crying, just a few Barcelona players tease him. They are pushing Pep as if laughing at the camera. "More than most of my life with this club," Pep said at a press conference sessions.

Yes, before the Barcelona coach at the start of last season, coach Pep is a Barcelona B. Pep has also been an idol at the Nou Camp, Barcelona's headquarters, while still playing in 1990-2001. He Barcelona academy product.

He also became part of the team that defeated Barcelona in 1992 as the Intercontinental Cup against Brazil Sao Paulo club. "Finally, the cup we can take home. Two times we fail to do so, and now no longer. We're successful," said Pep.

On the other hand, the sadness was in the faces of the players Estudiantes. Victory is in front of the eyes should be discarded. "Yes, we are only one minute apart from history. Unfortunately, we failed to grasp. Against a team as good as Barcelona, just a little off guard, everything has changed," said Alejandro Sabella, Estudiantes coach.

Barcelona has enjoyed some degree in various arena.

However, there is a prestigious trophy that has so far not come to the Nou Camp (Barcelona's headquarters). Namely, the title of the Club World Cup stage. In this event, Barcelona actually have a chance to become champions.

The first opportunity occurred in 1992, when the event was still called the Toyota Cup. Unfortunately, they were defeated 1-2 by Sao Paulo. The second opportunity came in 2006. Reinforced Barcelona's best player at the time, Ronaldinho, meet Internacional in the final. However, Barca back home empty-handed after losing 0-1.

Well, if the curse continues title this year? Expectations Barcelonistas-Barca supporters, so the team can be champion podium is very high. Therefore, performance et al Carles Puyol on the rise.

However, it could miss expectations. Because, in the final which took place in Zayed Sports City Stadium later in the morning (TVOne live broadcast at 02.30 GMT), they have to deal with Estudiantes. Libertadores champion has the potential to derail the dream Josep Guardiola and his troops to cover the journey in 2009 with Raihan title.

"In extraordinary will we pass. Previously, we had to complete one more task, which won this event," said Lionel Messi, Barca striker, in a conference session at the Zayed Sports City Stadium, yesterday.

Observers and betting exchanges are more favor Blaugrana (nicknamed Barcelona). However, Guardiola warned his troops not to feel superior. "Feeling great is the biggest mistake," said Guardiola.

We'll deal with Estudiantes, Real Madrid can not play Andres Iniesta. Another midfielder, Seydou Keita, also not a hundred percent fit. "No problem. Because there are other players who are ready to take his place," said 38-year-old coach was.

By using the three attackers in the front, will play Messi Guardiola, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and Pedro Rodriguez. "Thierry Henry condition is poor. If possible, I will play Henry. We'll see," said Guardiola.

Estudiantes at camp, there was news that Alejandro Sabella besutan team that will play three central defenders and two wing defenders to stifle Barca attack. Estudiantes had a base of support. Around three thousand supporters of El Leon (the nickname Estudiantes) will provide direct support in the stadium.

"The experience of playing in the Club World Cup before helping me in this event," said Boselli, Estudiantes striker who appeared to defend Boca Juniors in Club World Cup in 2007

Atlante FC v Barcelona

Last season Barcelona won the treble winners (three championships). Namely champions Champions League, Spanish Primera Liga and Copa Del Rey. Raihan made Barcelona ordained as the world's best team this year. Predicate is attributed not only because of performance considerations. But also because of excellent performance in the field of foster children indicated Josep "Pep" Guardiola is.

Well, the predicate will be more complete if this year's trophy Barca able to reach FIFA Club World Cup (Club World Cup) in 2009. They are most favored to win that event. Only, there are still two games to dilakoni Carles Puyol et al to prove that they are worthy of winning status. Yes, before appearing at the top of the party, Blaugrana (nicknamed Barcelona) got to get through obstacles vice Atlante FC in CONCACAF semifinal action at the Zayed Sports City tonight.

Observers and the public sphere is more put Barcelona as a favorite in the fight. However, it predicted only on paper. In the field, Atlante could turn things around. Mexico is home club does have the potential to thwart the ambition to rule Blaugrana Club World Cup, the only trophy they have never achieved. That view the neat performance as shown Atlante melibas Auckland City three goals without reply to Saturday (12/12).

"This team (Barcelona) is favored to win. But I think every team has a chance during the game was not finished," Puyol said in an interview session that was attended by several journalists, including Java Pos. "We must respect all opponents. They can perform at this event after a long journey," he said.

Puyol admitted, superior status to make himself and his colleagues burdened. Moreover, they are still curious because they have not been successful in the arena. At the 2006 Barcelona actually have a chance to become champions. But, they lost in the final against Internacional (Brazil).

Another problem is the fatigue of Barcelona still tight schedule at the end of this year. They also detained two hours in Istanbul, Turkey, while on his way from Barcelona to Abu Dhabi Monday morning (14/12).

However, their opponents are also not really in a fit condition. Because, Atlante is one game lead in the 2009 Club World Cup against Auckland City (12/12). Midfielders Christian Bermudez also suffered minor injuries due to fatigue.

From the Barca camp, they can not hire Lionel Messi is still injured. Instead, Barcelona still have Pedro Rodriguez who appears promising in this season. He became the Blaugrana player has scored in every event this season.

"Fatigue is bukal new things for us. Tight schedule we've experienced so that trainers already have ways to overcome them. We have a squad full of talent. The young players are also always ready to be given the opportunity to appear," said Puyol.

On the other hand, the stronghold Atlante realize that they will face tough opponents. "Against Barca players who should we be cautious? I think everything," said Rafael Marquez, Atlante midfielder.

Players who have similar names of Mexican Barca defender was hoping his colleagues are not daunted. They also have to keep concentration throughout the game.

Pohang Steelers v Estudiantes

From the stage rotated Club World Cup, the party or the final peak is always bringing representatives of South America and Europe. Well, that tradition is predicted to stay awake in the arena FIFA Club World Cup 2009.

Some observers say this year's final will bring together Estudiantes (Libertadores winners) against Barcelona. Prediction was not exaggeration. Because the two clubs from the two poles of these soccer powers have the capital to reach the final.

But, that prediction could be missed. This occurs when Estudiantes failed to pass obstacles in the Pohang Steelers in the semi-final action Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium tonight.

Estudiantes faction would not conceited. However, Juan Sebastián Verón et al did not dismiss that their ambition is to become the champion in the arena. Because of that, they purposely came early to quickly adapt to conditions in Abu Dhabi.

"Whoever our opponents will face, we are ready to win. But now we must focus on the semi-final win," said Rodrigo brána, Estudiantes midfielder to Java Pos.

Although the level of competition comes from a better, Estudiantes did not underestimate the Pohang. South Korean club (South Korea) is known to have high fighting power when fighting in the field. They are also ambitious to turn the final party tradition that always brings representatives of Europe and South America.

Pohang advanced to the semi-finals after the African representatives lowered TP Mazembe 2-1 (11/12). "Pohang must be wary of. We watched the live broadcast of their fight against Mazembe," said brána.

But, Estudiantes had a great reputation in the Club World Cup. In addition, traditionally, the clubs from South America was always able to penetrate the top of the party. In fact, three of whom became champions. Namely, Corinthians, Sao Paulo, Internacional.

Estudiantes had three times to participate in the Intercontinental Cup. They never menjuarainya on 1968 edition. Incidentally, the decisive victory is Juan Ramón Verón, father of Estudiantes captain Juan Sebastián Verón.

Moreover, the Estudiantes players are now experienced a series of reinforced. Among other things, striker Mauro Boselli, 24. Though still young, he has the experience to appear in Club World Cup 2007 edition in Japan. At that time, he defended Boca Juniors.

When faced Pohang, Alejandro Sabella tactician Estudiantes have enough players options. Moreover, they can use the power of Jose Ernesto Sosa pulled from Bayern Munich to the status of the loan. Only, they should lose the sick Jeronimo Neumann.

On the other hand, Pohang admitted that Estudiantes including a difficult team to beat. "We're only about 90 minutes apart from the top of the party. This is the best opportunity that is not necessarily going to come again. If the players show such spirit against Mazembe, I believe this team will be successful," koar Sergio Farias, the coach Pohang

Manchester United

Manchester United likely to retain the title of Carling Cup. Yesterday morning (2 / 12) United qualify for the semis after frustrate Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 at Old Trafford. Duel was a repeat last season's final which was won by United on penalties with the score 4-1.

-A nickname Red Devils United-won success by showing young players. There is no Wayne Rooney, Patrice Evra, Antonio Valencia, Edwin van der Sar, to Ryan Giggs. Instead, the United coach Sir Alex "Fergie" Ferguson played Darron Gibson, Danny Welbeck, Gabriel Obertan, and Ritchie De Laet as a starter.

The result was not in vain. Hosts scored two first half goals diborong Darron Gibson in the 16th minute and the 38th. Until the end of the game, two goals that Gibson failed to be reduced or equated Spurs who threw the main squad.

"We qualified for the semis and I am very satisfied with the appearance of the players," said Fergie, as reported by the Daily Mail.

Fergie wants to prove that the decision to play two-tier players are not the wrong thing. Fergie's policies criticized the media as a blunder when United lost 0-1 at home to Besiktas (Turkey) in the Champions League (25/11).

"I want the kids to enjoy qualifying for the semis because they also will appear later," said the coach who three times to collect the English League Cup (Carling Cup a different name) was.

Who's opponent in the semifinals United certainly not because the quota of four new four half full. Teams that qualify in addition to the new United Aston Villa. Two other slots contested between Manchester City or Arsenal and Blackburn Rovers or Chelsea both play the action early this morning (3 / 12).

Meanwhile, Spurs coach Harry Redknapp furious with the performance of foster children. According to him, Robbie Keane et al seem reluctant to play. "It's like a game just practice. There is absolutely no atmosphere of the game as I knew before,''said 62-year coach was quoted as saying in the Daily Telegraph.

Redknapp assess the Spurs could not prove feasible to compete with the big team. This season Spurs have lost against Chelsea, Arsenal, and twice from United. Before you met at the Carling Cup, United beat Spurs 3-1 in Premier League action at White Hart Lane (12 / 9).

"Since appearing in the quarter-finals, I hope we perform an all-out against Manchester United. But now I do not know what to say. I'm very disappointed," said the uncle of Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard was

Barcelona

Lionel Messi was the achievement of this year. After delivering Barcelona won three titles plus the European Super Cup, the young striker from Argentina had won individual awards from the magazine France Football. Namely, the trophy aka Ballon d'Or award as European Player of the Year 2009.

Is a historical achievement for Argentina. Because, despite including the most countries exporting players to Europe, there has never been a player of Latin American countries were successful steal the Golden Ball.

"It is my great honor to be selected as the players were eligible for Ballon d'Or trophy. Moreover, I became the first Argentine player who won this award," said Messi was quoted as saying France Football.

In voting results announced yesterday morning, Messi collected 473 points. He is 240 points ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo who collected 233 points. This is the largest margin of superiority in the Ballon d'Or history. The third place was occupied by team mate Messi, Xavi Hernandez, with 170 points.

"Frankly, I know the favorites at the top. Given, Barcelona success throughout 2009, when we won everything. But I did not expect to win with the points difference is very soundly," said Messi.

"Ballon d'Or is a very important award for me. All that was nominated is a great player," added the 22-year player.

Since the beginning, many who predicted that the award is initiated by the French magazine France Football is going to fall into the hands of Messi. It can not be separated from the successful Barcelona win the Primera Liga, Copa del Rey and Champions League season 2008/2009.

Therefore, many members of the Barca 'dream team that was nominated. Besides Xavi, Andres Iniesta is midfielder and striker Thierry Henry. Samuel Eto'o the season was sold to Inter Milan also on the list. However, the journalists involved in the voting agree that the most influential contributions Messi for Barcelona victory. He became a top score of the Champions League with nine goals. Total, Messi to record 38 goals in all competitions.

How did this season? Messi admitted difficult to repeat the achievement of his team. In the Primera Liga, Real Madrid-Barcelona-the nickname is still leading the standings. However, competition with rivals in the big four are very strict. In the Champions League, their fate should be determined on the last Matchday next week.

"It's not easy to repeat the season we have the perfect way. I just hope this season we can achieve the same standards as before. But, to achieve something similar, let alone the Ballon d'Or for the second time in a row, it was hard," tutor Messi.

Since held in 1956, there were only eight players have ever won the Ballon d'Or more than once. Among the eight names, the most remarkable accomplishments was French legend Michel Platini. The man who is now serving as president of UEFA's rule of three successive editions (1983, 1984, and 1985).

Previously, the Ballon d'Or is only intended for the European players who play in European leagues. Namur, the rules were later changed. Since 1995, outside the European players who play in Europe could also nominated. AC Milan players who came from Liberia, George Weah, is the player's first non-European to win the prestigious award.