The German Slayer

     Arsenal's battling victory in Germany may have provided them with only 3 points, but across the footballing world this result might have got them back into the contention for top honors. A year ago everyone was laughing at arsenal, from managers to players, from critics to fans, but the way arsenal started this season will just make everyone think again. Arsenal fine performance in their domestic league keeps them at the top of the table in England. But its their away form which impresses everyone, arsenal are unbeaten in 14 away matches, starting from the one when they defeated mighty Bayern last march. They continued that impressive form into the champions league to beat last years finalist Borussia Dortmund in their own backyard. It was by no means a ruthless performance by arsenal, they had to ride their luck at times, in particular at the first half were Dortmund dominated them for speed and agility. It took 62 minutes for Arsenal to have their first real shot in the match, which resulted in the opening goal. Even though the goal came against the run of play, arsenal got a renewed belief which helped the injury hit Arsenal side see past the game in total command. This victory puts arsenal at the top of the group which was regarded by experts as the group of death. It might be too early to call Arsenal a real contender for top honors, but if they replicate the same form in the weekend against the defending champion (Manchester United), then Arsenal might just send a strong message across Europe. Arsenal may not have the greatest of squads, but if they continue to perform in the same fashion, then Wenger's belief in youngsters might just be rewarded with Glory.   

                                                   Back to winning ways

       Crisis, what crisis? Manchester United are back to winning ways after completing a second half comeback to beat Sunderland 2-1. Yesterday, was by no means one of the complete performance from United, but it was a result which United needed so desperately. Ugly victories like these are always required for a team if they seriously want to challenge for the title. It was more about the manner in which United fought back in the 2nd half which pleased the fans, rather than their performance in the match.  It reminded everybody about the United of old, the United under Fergie(Alex Ferguson), the never say die attitude, which helped United register some unbelievable comebacks in the past. That match not just reminded everyone about united's attitude, but also welcomed a young hero in the form of an 18 year old Adnan Januzaj. He was the shining light in an otherwise disappointing first half for Manchester United and he did not stop there, he continued that brilliant form in the second half to be rewarded with 2 goals. His full debut for Manchester United would have reminded everyone about the debut of Wayne rooney, when he scored a hatrick against Fenerbahce. Wayne did not stop their, he went all the way to fulfill his potential. After witnessing Januzj's sparkling debut last night, every single united fan will expect the same from this wonder kid. This result certainly won't prove anything right now but if United can keep up the same attitude in the forthcoming matches then they will go right were they belong, which is at the top of the table.

                                              Slow and steady will win the "Title"

                Manchester United might have just witnessed their worst ever start to a premier league campaign, but everyone got to remember its just the beginning not the end. Manchester United are usually slow starters, they improve as the season goes on. As Sir Alex always says, "Its not the beginning that matters, its how u end the season which really matters", United have always been true to his words, they have always been a second half team. That is the reason why United are the most successful team in the premier league history. So when someone says anything about United they must be careful about the words they use. Their manager might have changed, the backroom staffs might have changed, but one thing which hasn't changed is the  mentality, "Never to give up" attitude as been the secret of success for united. You might question there depth, strength, etc., but one thing you can't doubt is there will! there determination! They might not have the strength which Manchester City or Chelsea have, but what United have is 'Unity' and that will be enough to help them cross over the winning line. As For United fans, there is only one caption, "Live 'United', Die 'United', its Manchester United", in United we always TRUST!!!!!!!!!!!