The Manchester Derby
Feb 10th 2011, 9:20 am
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The Manchester Derby
Here are the thoughts of Dennis (the Menace) Law on the big match...
Manchester legend Denis Law believes City are primed to dominate the game in England and there’s nothing United can do about it.
The two clubs line up for another explosive derby clash this weekend and the 70-year-old, who played for both, has been impressed with the progress City have made this season.
And he’s tipping Roberto Mancini's men to push United all the way in the coming years, providing Sir Alex Ferguson with a unique challenge.
Fergie’s side lead the Premier League by four points over Arsenal with City just a point back in third, but Law believes the status quo is set to change.
Law, who spent more than a decade at United before moving to City in 1973, told Goal.com UK: “This is a side which can command English football for years to come. They've got the money, the players, the fanbase and a manager who knows all about winning.
“The title this year is one thing they may not win, but there's no reason why they can't go on to build their own dynasty just like, dare I say it, Sir Alex has over the last 20 years.
“City's golden era in the 1960s looks like it will be eclipsed in the coming seasons and I'm excited about that."
Manchester legend Denis Law believes City are primed to dominate the game in England and there’s nothing United can do about it.
The two clubs line up for another explosive derby clash this weekend and the 70-year-old, who played for both, has been impressed with the progress City have made this season.
And he’s tipping Roberto Mancini's men to push United all the way in the coming years, providing Sir Alex Ferguson with a unique challenge.
Fergie’s side lead the Premier League by four points over Arsenal with City just a point back in third, but Law believes the status quo is set to change.
Law, who spent more than a decade at United before moving to City in 1973, told Goal.com UK: “This is a side which can command English football for years to come. They've got the money, the players, the fanbase and a manager who knows all about winning.
“The title this year is one thing they may not win, but there's no reason why they can't go on to build their own dynasty just like, dare I say it, Sir Alex has over the last 20 years.
“City's golden era in the 1960s looks like it will be eclipsed in the coming seasons and I'm excited about that."
Feb 10th 2011, 9:59 am
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Re: The Manchester Derby
Here are the thoughts of Dennis (the Menace) Law on the big match...
Manchester legend Denis Law believes City are primed to dominate the game in England and there’s nothing United can do about it.
The two clubs line up for another explosive derby clash this weekend and the 70-year-old, who played for both, has been impressed with the progress City have made this season.
And he’s tipping Roberto Mancini's men to push United all the way in the coming years, providing Sir Alex Ferguson with a unique challenge.
Fergie’s side lead the Premier League by four points over Arsenal with City just a point back in third, but Law believes the status quo is set to change.
Law, who spent more than a decade at United before moving to City in 1973, told Goal.com UK: “This is a side which can command English football for years to come. They've got the money, the players, the fanbase and a manager who knows all about winning.
“The title this year is one thing they may not win, but there's no reason why they can't go on to build their own dynasty just like, dare I say it, Sir Alex has over the last 20 years.
“City's golden era in the 1960s looks like it will be eclipsed in the coming seasons and I'm excited about that."
Manchester legend Denis Law believes City are primed to dominate the game in England and there’s nothing United can do about it.
The two clubs line up for another explosive derby clash this weekend and the 70-year-old, who played for both, has been impressed with the progress City have made this season.
And he’s tipping Roberto Mancini's men to push United all the way in the coming years, providing Sir Alex Ferguson with a unique challenge.
Fergie’s side lead the Premier League by four points over Arsenal with City just a point back in third, but Law believes the status quo is set to change.
Law, who spent more than a decade at United before moving to City in 1973, told Goal.com UK: “This is a side which can command English football for years to come. They've got the money, the players, the fanbase and a manager who knows all about winning.
“The title this year is one thing they may not win, but there's no reason why they can't go on to build their own dynasty just like, dare I say it, Sir Alex has over the last 20 years.
“City's golden era in the 1960s looks like it will be eclipsed in the coming seasons and I'm excited about that."
Great times if you're a City fan though
Feb 10th 2011, 10:04 am
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Re: The Manchester Derby
we all know which side referee will be on
Feb 10th 2011, 10:19 am
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Re: The Manchester Derby
Here are the thoughts of Dennis (the Menace) Law on the big match...
Manchester legend Denis Law believes City are primed to dominate the game in England and there’s nothing United can do about it.
The two clubs line up for another explosive derby clash this weekend and the 70-year-old, who played for both, has been impressed with the progress City have made this season.
And he’s tipping Roberto Mancini's men to push United all the way in the coming years, providing Sir Alex Ferguson with a unique challenge.
Fergie’s side lead the Premier League by four points over Arsenal with City just a point back in third, but Law believes the status quo is set to change.
Law, who spent more than a decade at United before moving to City in 1973, told Goal.com UK: “This is a side which can command English football for years to come. They've got the money, the players, the fanbase and a manager who knows all about winning.
“The title this year is one thing they may not win, but there's no reason why they can't go on to build their own dynasty just like, dare I say it, Sir Alex has over the last 20 years.
“City's golden era in the 1960s looks like it will be eclipsed in the coming seasons and I'm excited about that."
Manchester legend Denis Law believes City are primed to dominate the game in England and there’s nothing United can do about it.
The two clubs line up for another explosive derby clash this weekend and the 70-year-old, who played for both, has been impressed with the progress City have made this season.
And he’s tipping Roberto Mancini's men to push United all the way in the coming years, providing Sir Alex Ferguson with a unique challenge.
Fergie’s side lead the Premier League by four points over Arsenal with City just a point back in third, but Law believes the status quo is set to change.
Law, who spent more than a decade at United before moving to City in 1973, told Goal.com UK: “This is a side which can command English football for years to come. They've got the money, the players, the fanbase and a manager who knows all about winning.
“The title this year is one thing they may not win, but there's no reason why they can't go on to build their own dynasty just like, dare I say it, Sir Alex has over the last 20 years.
“City's golden era in the 1960s looks like it will be eclipsed in the coming seasons and I'm excited about that."
Feb 10th 2011, 2:28 pm
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I think this whole "referees favour such-and-such team" is utter bollocks. I think any manager who openly criticises either a particular referee, or generaly suggests that they're impartial, should get a smack in the teeth, literally and metaphorically.
As stated in another thread, power brings with it responsibility. Managers (and commentators) have huge power (in that they influence people)--to suggest that those entrusted with refereenig are biased is an abuse of that power.
As stated in another thread, power brings with it responsibility. Managers (and commentators) have huge power (in that they influence people)--to suggest that those entrusted with refereenig are biased is an abuse of that power.
Feb 10th 2011, 2:53 pm
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Re: The Manchester Derby
Here are the thoughts of Dennis (the Menace) Law on the big match...
Manchester legend Denis Law believes City are primed to dominate the game in England and there’s nothing United can do about it.
The two clubs line up for another explosive derby clash this weekend and the 70-year-old, who played for both, has been impressed with the progress City have made this season.
And he’s tipping Roberto Mancini's men to push United all the way in the coming years, providing Sir Alex Ferguson with a unique challenge.
Fergie’s side lead the Premier League by four points over Arsenal with City just a point back in third, but Law believes the status quo is set to change.
Law, who spent more than a decade at United before moving to City in 1973, told Goal.com UK: “This is a side which can command English football for years to come. They've got the money, the players, the fanbase and a manager who knows all about winning.
“The title this year is one thing they may not win, but there's no reason why they can't go on to build their own dynasty just like, dare I say it, Sir Alex has over the last 20 years.
“City's golden era in the 1960s looks like it will be eclipsed in the coming seasons and I'm excited about that."
Manchester legend Denis Law believes City are primed to dominate the game in England and there’s nothing United can do about it.
The two clubs line up for another explosive derby clash this weekend and the 70-year-old, who played for both, has been impressed with the progress City have made this season.
And he’s tipping Roberto Mancini's men to push United all the way in the coming years, providing Sir Alex Ferguson with a unique challenge.
Fergie’s side lead the Premier League by four points over Arsenal with City just a point back in third, but Law believes the status quo is set to change.
Law, who spent more than a decade at United before moving to City in 1973, told Goal.com UK: “This is a side which can command English football for years to come. They've got the money, the players, the fanbase and a manager who knows all about winning.
“The title this year is one thing they may not win, but there's no reason why they can't go on to build their own dynasty just like, dare I say it, Sir Alex has over the last 20 years.
“City's golden era in the 1960s looks like it will be eclipsed in the coming seasons and I'm excited about that."
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Feb 10th 2011, 3:02 pm
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The latest theory from the other teams is that apparently fergie has his own group of managers (McLeish, moyes, bruce etc) that daren't beat united and instead roll over to allow us to win.
Feb 10th 2011, 3:04 pm
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It takes weeks to make a squad....it takes years to build a team.
Feb 10th 2011, 3:19 pm
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City to win, ManYoo to have their much expected blip, Gooners to catch up and it all goes to the last game of the season. I can't understand how ManYoo are so many points clear, I don't think they've been at their best for around two years, since Ronaldo left.
But, it's all Premiership glitz and showbiz. It's not real football is it.
Feb 11th 2011, 6:41 am
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I think this whole "referees favour such-and-such team" is utter bollocks. I think any manager who openly criticises either a particular referee, or generaly suggests that they're impartial, should get a smack in the teeth, literally and metaphorically.
As stated in another thread, power brings with it responsibility. Managers (and commentators) have huge power (in that they influence people)--to suggest that those entrusted with refereenig are biased is an abuse of that power.
As stated in another thread, power brings with it responsibility. Managers (and commentators) have huge power (in that they influence people)--to suggest that those entrusted with refereenig are biased is an abuse of that power.
Feb 11th 2011, 4:17 pm
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The last time the Rags conceded a penalty at the Swamp was in 2007 against Bolton. Also, one particular referee has not overseen a City win against any opponents in over 20 league and cup games.Do you still think that referees are not affected by Whiskeynose?
Feb 12th 2011, 3:53 am
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massive club Citeh