Showing posts with label Manchester United defense crisis. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Manchester United defense crisis. Show all posts
John O'Shea will be out of action for two months due to a thigh injury. He hasn’t featured for Manchester United since November, when he suffered the injury described as a "dead leg" during Ireland's controversial World Cup play-off in Paris.
O'Shea is regarded as the most versatile player for Manchester United by Sir Alex Ferguson. He has been one of Fergie’s favorite players due to his high degree of adaptability. He can play in defense as well as midfield and has also scored crucial goals for the Red Devils.
The Irishman who made his debut in October 1999 has made 352 appearances for Manchester United. O’Shea completed ten years at Old Trafford two months back and this is his first injury at the club. His absence for two months will mean more problems for United in the defense.
Nemanja Vidic and Wes Brown have returned to guard the central defense but missing out Rio Ferdinand and Jonny Evans hurts. And now John O'Shea too joins the injury list. In John’s case, blood had congealed in his thigh while playing against France and is making a slower than expected recovery.
We may be able to see O’Shea back in March but the return of Rafael and Fabio is a big boost. At least Fergie can now field a recognizable back-four. I hope Rio and Jonny return to training soon since we are approaching an important part of the year with Champions League and Cup matches getting more competitive.
O'Shea is regarded as the most versatile player for Manchester United by Sir Alex Ferguson. He has been one of Fergie’s favorite players due to his high degree of adaptability. He can play in defense as well as midfield and has also scored crucial goals for the Red Devils.
The Irishman who made his debut in October 1999 has made 352 appearances for Manchester United. O’Shea completed ten years at Old Trafford two months back and this is his first injury at the club. His absence for two months will mean more problems for United in the defense.
Nemanja Vidic and Wes Brown have returned to guard the central defense but missing out Rio Ferdinand and Jonny Evans hurts. And now John O'Shea too joins the injury list. In John’s case, blood had congealed in his thigh while playing against France and is making a slower than expected recovery.
We may be able to see O’Shea back in March but the return of Rafael and Fabio is a big boost. At least Fergie can now field a recognizable back-four. I hope Rio and Jonny return to training soon since we are approaching an important part of the year with Champions League and Cup matches getting more competitive.
Brazilian brothers Fabio and Rafael Da Silva may be rushed back by Sir Alex Ferguson into his Manchester United line-up for a trip to Hull today. The teenage duo have both been away due to shoulder problems since summer and may feature today in United's defense.
With Chelsea managing only a draw against Birmingham yesterday, United have a good chance to reduce the lead at the top to two points if they are able to crush Hull. Phil Brown's men have not been in their best form this season but as United's defensive problems continue, I feel anyone can beat the champions.
Last week, Fulham took complete advantage of Manchester United's make shift defense and thrashed the Red Devils 3-0. Though Fergie did not show his disappointment, but he probably has had enough. He will definitely name Fabio and Rafael Da Silva in the starting eleven. Fergie is also hopeful for the return of Wes Brown and Nemanja Vidic.
I hope Man United seal their victory today with ease as Hull does not have anybody who is physically strong in the box. Last week's trip to Fulham was a bit different as Zamora and Duff were both strong and fast for United to react. And with long-term casualties for Hull in the form of Jimmy Bullard and Ian Ashbee, Phil Brown must be wondering how do I take advantage of United's weak defense. I hope he doesn't!
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