MANCHESTER UNITED - PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS - 2008 / 09
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knn.. watchin the live streaming on setanta sport.. but.. knn the camera just focus on the fan... even for the medal presentation.. knn i cant believe it.. ccb....
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haha title changed.....almost thought this thread is gone
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i'm listening to bbc. they got live coverage.
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Originally posted by zocoss:
But he was really quite poor lah to be honest... This just confirm my opinion that he is a better player as a sub than starting the match...
i've never seen the OT crowd turn on Fergie like that before. -
wtf where is owen??
not even in the sub. or in the match
dun tell me injured again -.-"
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Originally posted by nature-ones:
wtf where is owen??
not even in the sub. or in the match
dun tell me injured again -.-"
havent sold him meh?? he got play 10 time this season or not? got medal bo? -
i think rio should be fine for the CL final, saw him jumping around with the other players.
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berbacock must be thinking
"knn if im still with tottenham this season, dun think i can have this"
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lmao. is he the top assist? lols.
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Originally posted by I-like-flings(m):
if they continued to play like that in rome.. then sure die one......
I don't think we can take this match to use as a yardstick to the one against Barcelona lah... The players couldn't bring themselves up to it as somewhere behind their minds the league is won or something... They also just played on early Thur morning so some will be tired... Like Rooney didn't seem like his usual self. They also felt nervous and the pressure on them when the score remain 0-0... They did defend well though.Arsenal playing well was expected, they have a good squad... Coming to play without pressure compare to coming to play with is totally different. They were relax and played their passing game well... Without pressure, they didn't make any mistakes today...
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Originally posted by omgukilledkenny:
they said their showing it after the spurs match right?
or else must find link to download liao.
But its all so different... The "live" moment is lost... -
Can you guys not spam and open so many threads all over the place?
Btw, I'm sure Jffdevil and the clonemaster will be coming to make noise. Chris Benoit wannabe may stick one leg in too.
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Ok Congrats MU ... for crowned Champion again .
Good fight this season .
I dunno if any fans would agree on this , but i do on behalf of all Liverpool fans over the world , said Thank You for showing the good fight , in the most wonderful way .
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at the meantime , enjoy the party .
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Originally posted by nature-ones:
wtf where is owen??
not even in the sub. or in the match
dun tell me injured again -.-"
He and Brown will be like United's new signings next season...
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never really saw the celebrations!
must look for it online
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Originally posted by zocoss:
But its all so different... The "live" moment is lost...Ya ...oh well, UCL final sure no interuption.
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this anderson, HAHA!
credits to Erics_Collar of redcafe.net
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Man Utd 0-0 Arsenal
Anderson, Giggs and Rooney celebrate winning the titleManchester United sealed a third successive Premier League title by getting the point they needed against Arsenal - but the Old Trafford celebrations only started after an afternoon gripped by tension.
Sir Alex Ferguson's side knew a draw would ensure they equalled Liverpool's long-time record of 18 titles, but they suffered for long periods as Arsenal ensured they did not earn their prize without a fight.
Robin van Persie and Cesc Fabregas both wasted opportunities to drag the title race into its final week and leave United with more work to do at Hull City on the last day of the season as nerves jangled in the closing stages.
But United's defence, so often the bedrock of their success this season, delivered another clean sheet when Ferguson needed it most and Old Trafford erupted in ecstasy at the final whistle as an 11th Premier League success was confirmed.
Wayne Rooney missed United's best chance with a first-half header, and there was an intriguing cameo when Old Trafford voiced its resounding disapproval when the popular Carlos Tevez was substituted in what could prove to be his final home appearance.
But nothing could overshadow United's achievement - or the joy of players, fans and management - as the presentations were made after the final whistle.
United saw off a stirring challenge from an improving Liverpool this season to once again set the standards their rivals must meet, despite a stumble when defeats against Rafael Benitez's side and Fulham threatened to undermine their challenge.
And as so often during this campaign, United got the result they needed when not at their most fluent, with the industry of Darren Fletcher and the defensive solidity of Nemanja Vidic taking centre stage as Arsenal kept Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo on the margins.
Goalkeeper Edwin der Sar gets a hug from boss FergusonUnited's squad were introduced individually as the presentations began, but the biggest ovation of all was reserved for Ferguson, whose hunger, drive and desire have again been the inspiration for this triumph.
And as the pyrotechnics flashed around Old Trafford, Ferguson could start the preparations for further glory as he attempts to make United the first club to successfully defend the Champions League when they meet Barcelona in the final in Rome.
Tevez's spectacular equaliser at Wigan earned him a starting place ahead of Dimitar Berbatov - with Ferguson clearly unmoved by continued speculation surrounding the Argentine's future.
Andrey Arshavin was restored to Arsenal's side after illness, and he saw plenty of possession in a first 45 minutes that saw Arsene Wenger's side acquit themselves far better than when the pressure was on in the recent Champions League semi-final against United.
The Russian provided an inviting cross for Van Persie after 13 minutes, but he headed off target with United's defence unlocked.
United's response was a Rooney header from John O'Shea's cross four minutes later. He should have at least tested Arsenal keeper Lukasz Fabianski, but directed a low header just wide.
Arsenal had a foothold in the game without putting United's defence under concerted pressure, but there was enough on show to subdue the atmosphere of anticipation inside Old Trafford.
United had one final opportunity as the interval approached, but Ryan Giggs shot well over the top after good work on the left flank by Rooney.
Van Persie had already been booked for a reckless challenge on Ronaldo, and he was fortunate to escape with a lecture from referee Mike Dean early in the second half for another poor tackle, this time on Patrice Evra.
United had struggled to create clear-cut opportunities, but Fabianski had to be alert on the hour to block Tevez, with Ronaldo firing the loose ball yards over the bar.
It was the final contribution for Tevez, who was replaced by Ji-Sung Park. Ferguson's decision was not well received by Old Trafford, in fact it was met with open derision as the popular striker made his way to the touchline.
Tevez milked the situation for all it was worth, waving to all sides of the ground in apparent farewell - going a step further by acknowledging the fans after taking his place on the bench.
Ronaldo thought he had scored the goal that rubber-stamped the title with 12 minutes left, but his 20-yard angled free-kick dipped just wide with Fabianski beaten.
Fabregas almost stunned Old Trafford with seven minutes left and the clock ticking down towards the title triumph. He found space inside the penalty area but, to widespread relief from the home support, could only find the side-netting.
Van Persie then shot straight at Van der Sar as United looked to have settled for the stalemate that would see them retain their crown.
The Dutch striker gave Old Trafford one final scare when his free-kick was bravely blocked by Michael Carrick.
Seconds later, referee Dean sounded the final whistle and United were crowned champions again.
Man Utd: Van der Sar, O'Shea, Vidic, Evans, Evra, Ronaldo, Fletcher, Carrick, Giggs, Rooney (Anderson 90), Tevez (Park 67).
Subs Not Used: Kuszczak, Neville, Berbatov, Scholes, Rafael Da Silva.Arsenal: Fabianski, Sagna, Toure, Song Billong, Gibbs (Eboue 76), Nasri (Bendtner 69), Denilson, Diaby, Fabregas, Arshavin (Walcott 69), van Persie.
Subs Not Used: Mannone, Vela, Ramsey, Silvestre.Booked: van Persie, Arshavin, Fabregas, Nasri, Song Billong.
Att: 75,468
Ref: Mike Dean (Wirral).
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Originally posted by Dead_Man_Inc:
this anderson, HAHA!
credits to Erics_Collar of redcafe.net
joker. -
Manchester United drew with Arsenal at Old Trafford on Saturday to wrap up their 11th Premier League and 18th English league title.
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hull fighting for survival right?
will man utd let them win 10-0 for the last match?
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Just saw the short moment on ch 27... It was Gary Neville who lifted the cup...
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