TRDS Player Rating vs WBA (Away)

Tomasz Kuszczak: 6
The Polish international made a start for United after a long time. Could do nothing about Morrison's goal of the season contender strike. Had very little to do in the second half.

Gary Neville: 5
The LEGEND is sadly past his glory days. Looked out of sorts in his 400th premier league appearance. Lucky not to be Red Carded in the first half after a rash challenge inside the penalty box. Though, was found giving support to the midfielders on plenty of occasions.

Rio Ferdinand: 6
Was guilty of conceding a penalty after a lazy challenge on Thomas. Though the resulting penalty taken by in-form Odemwingie was equally wayward and missed the goal by a yard or two.

Nemanja Vidic: 8
Covered up for Rio's performance with his rock strong presence on the field. Went for the ball on every chance and won almost all aerial challenges. Prevented the ball from going in from a beautiful strike.

Patrice Evra: 6
Was a constant threat going ahead to support the attack. His cross resulted in United's first goal. Though, the boss was clearly unhappy by his defensive performance and he got a word or two from the manager on the pitch.

Darren Fletcher: 6
Looked sloppy after recovering from a fever. Was made to play as a Winger in the first half. The move backfired and then United played with a 4-3-3 in the second half.

Michael Carrick: 6
An out-of-form player. Wasn't able to deliver his famous pin point crosses but was always there to defend.

Anderson: 7
The Brazilian was the best midfielder on the pitch and was strong in his challenges and approach. Was present everywhere on the pitch, attack, mid and defense.

Obertan: 5
Did nothing except making 2 or 3 good runs in the first half. Lacked creativity and it seems he needs more time to settle at the Theater of Dreams.

Rooney: 8
Finally got the monkey off his back by scoring in the 2nd minute. Though it was mainly an amateur defending mistake but still, he would feel confident after the Boss termed his performance as "out of this world" after the match. Got a rash challenge and had to spend some time off the pitch but returned to finish off the game.

Berbatov: 6
8 goals in his last 3 games, looked a bit out of sort. Had to be substituted in the 60th minute.

Substitutes:
Fabio: 6
Came on for Neville and finished off the game for United. Looked good and certainly equal to his brother.

Gibson: 6
Came on for Obertan in the 60th minute. The little time he was on the pitch, he showed why he is at United. Showed some creativity going ahead and defended well in the closing minutes.

Hernandez: 7
The "star of the future", the "Super-Sub",the new "baby faced assassin" scored the winner for United, yet again from a header. Creating more fans for himself with every appearance.

Wayne Rooney Celebrates New Year with a GOAL and an ASSIST!

Both Chicharito And Wayne Rooney scored on the first day of 2011!

The first Premier League fixture of the year brought glory for Manchester United! Not only did they win the match to ensure the TOP position, but their 'blue-eyed' striker Wayne Rooney scored his first open play goal of the season after months of struggle!

West Brom 1-2 Manchester United highlights

But the victory did not come easily, after Rooney's third minute header which gave Red Devils the lead, in the 14th minute a long punt from the Baggies’ back line was headed away by Nemanja Vidic but unfortunately for the Reds skipper, the ball dropped kindly for James Morrison to swing his right boot and send an almost unstoppable shot arcing past Tomasz Kusczak into the top left-hand corner.

But as it has become a habit now for our 'Chicarito', he managed to shoot the winning goal in the 75th Minute.



With 1-1 on the board, Sir Alex made two changes on the hour mark, replacing Obertan with Darron Gibson on the right side of midfield and perhaps more surprisingly taking off top scorer Dimitar Berbatov to introduce Javier Hernandez. The subs had barely entered the fray when Ferdinand presented West Brom with a golden chance to go 2-1 up, tripping Peter Odemwingie as the striker entered the box. The felled opponent picked himself up to take the penalty but spurned it with a horrible miss, scuffing the ball wide left.The home fans' worst fears - that United might take full advantage of the reprieve - were almost instantly realised but West Brom keeper Scott Carson was quickly off his line to take the ball off Rooney's toes. But Rooney decided to cross it to Javier, who was inside the six-yard box and glanced a header past Carson, his 8th goal this season!

Red Devils could further extend their lead, but misfortune denied them a well deserved penalty. Kudos to Nemanja Vidic for brilliant defending over all!

But the victory has left a slight uncertainty in the mind of fans. Star of the Day, Rooney was limping towards the end of the match, although he was giving a Red Devil Smile after the win was ensured. Lets hope he is alright!

VIDEO: Sensational striker Chicharito scores his first Premier League Goal!

 "Chicharito" scores once again - 16th October 201

 Chicharito's first goal at Old Trafford in the Premier League against West Bromwich Albion.

Lovely finish, he's already a hero at Manchester United.. Wonderful goal. Thanks to Nani for the awesome set-up from the free-kick spot.

Gol de chicharito 10/16/2010 - Wonderful day for the Mexican striker





Chicharito's goal against West Brom.. His first in the Premier League.. You can also see Chicharito praying at Old Trafford before the match begins. Chicharito fans! DO COMMENT!!!

Owen Hargreaves all set to return this Saturday against West Brom

Hargreaves is back and WILL feature against West Brom!!

All eyes on Saturday as Premier League action is back this weekend after a week off thanks to the international break that halted things. Now we're back to the REAL football!!

Manchester United take on West Brom Albion this Saturday and here is the intereasting bit: Owen Hargreaves will feature against West Brom on Saturday!

This news might have come a bit like a surprise to you considering Owen has been out for 2 years but it would not surprise Hargreaves' personal surgeon and knee specialist - Dr. Richard Steadman who has spoken of Owen in admiration - "I've a lot of admiration for the way Owen has responded - he's worked very hard and has never given up. Things are looking good for the 31 year old midfielder."

Owen suddenly shocked Sir Alex and other management team members by arriving at the Carrington training ground claiming he's fit! One would think Owen is bull-shitting but the fact is. he is ready and kicking!

With Owen's arrival, people like Anderson and Carrick are all set to be deported to minor clubs - for they are not required in United's midfield. It would be interesting to know if Owen hargreaves starts against West Brom in the starting XI but he would certainly play - that's for sure.

Owen Hargreaves' last appearance came in May, 2010 when he featured in the win over Sunderland with Hargreaves not even touching the ball through his feet once but only contributed to United's possesion through a header!

It's been about time we saw some creativity in the midfield.. It's about time Owen came to the pitch roaring about and scoring fantastic goals. It's about time!

C'mon Owen Hargreaves, hoping you have a safe and steady return to domestic football and may God give you strength and power to carry on the form at an international level by representing England - for they need good midfielders like yourself.


Here's Owen's best goal ever through a free-kick. HAD TO BE ARSENAL:
Owen Hargreaves vs Arsenal



Here's the Television view of the awesome goal




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