Weekend Review - 28 Feb 2010

Manchester United vs Aston Villa

"At this rate Rooney is scoring, he could easily take over Ronaldo's scoring record of 42 goals 2 seasons ago."

-Gary, 28 Feb 2010

At this rate Rooney is scoring, he could easily take over Ronaldo's scoring record of 42 goals 2 seasons ago. And Rooney isnt striking with his feet, but with his head. The last 5 goals that he scored, including the match against AC Milan, were all headers.

The Carling Cup Final against Aston Villa was overshadowed by an unfortunate news from Portsmouth. They have been the first club since the incorporation of Premier League in 1992 to enter administration. Not only this summer they have to sell all the players, they have to find a buyer to avoid another administration in the Championship. And the worst case could be if they couldnt find a buyer, Portsmouth Football Club could be history forever. I believe that they are in a worse scenerio than Leeds United. There are other clubs on the brink of extintion too, especially the likes of Crystal Palace. I couldnt think of a summer that is going to be full of transfer activties, sports news and the coming World Cup. Normally football clubs only do business after the World Cup. So the relegation left 2 spots, who is the next 2 teams?

Aston Villa is appearing their first final since 2000. They are also doing well in the league where they are unbeaten in 12 games and hold the least goals conceded in the current campaign. I think they could give Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool and Man City a run of their money for the conveted 4th spot.

Man Utd Team News: All 3 goalies are in contention for the starting line up as all have played throughout the competition. Rio Ferdinand, Ryan Giggs, Owen Hargreaves and John O'Shea are out.

Aston Villa Team News: Nigel Reo-Coker is the only absentee for the Final.

Odds and Analysis: Man Utd is giving 0.75 handicap. A tough fight to call. Since this final has no bearing with the recent League results, but i still think that Aston Villa could hold Man Utd to a draw and decide by penalties.

Disclaimer: This review is entirely on my own views and opinion. I didn’t point a gun at you to ask you to follow. If you want to bet on this game, do so at your own risk. Pls bet within limits. Good luck.