Friday, December 18, 2009

United and Arsenal attempt to progress


Arsenal and Manchester United will be looking to progress to the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League tonight. United are in a better position to qualify than their Premiership rivals. The Gunners need a win against Dynamo Kiev whereas the Red Devils need only a point to get to the next round.

Cesc Fabregas will lead the side, after William Gallas reportedly made comments about his team mates and was stripped of his captaincy. However Gallas will be part of the team for tonight's fixtur! e. Arsenal will not only need a win to advance, a victory will be great for their confidence after they lost their last two Premier League games.

United travel to Villareal, the Spanish team is enjoying some good form in La Liga despite their recent loss to Valladolid. This was the first time the Madrid side where beaten since April. Sir Alex Ferguson has nothing but respect for them and he says with the little resources the team has they have done very well.

There is uncertainty over the inclusion of Cristiano Ronaldo. The winger was injured in the draw against Aston Villa over the weekend and Ferguson is not sure whether he will feature in the team.