Manchester Derby: Manchester United v Manchester City - Tickets
2011 Manchester Derby: Man Utd 1-6 Man City
In front of a sold-out stadium of fans from around the workd, Manchester City earned a shocking 6-1 defeat of their arch-rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday, October 23rd, 2011.
After a somewhat slow start, Man City took the lead after 22 minutes with a goal from 21-year old Italian Mario Balotelli. The midfielder marked the goal with humor by lifting his outer shirt to reveal another blue shirt saying, “Why Always Me?”
City was ahead 1-0 at half-time.
Mario Balotelli, Manchester City
Star of the match, Balotelli struck twice. Balotelli also won the free-kick which led to a red card for United defender Jonny Evans leaving United with only ten men. Two goals came from late sub Edin Dzeko. And Sergio Aguero and David Silva each added to the tally.
City boss, Roberto Mancini took off Balotelli with 20 minutes remaining and brought in Edin Dzeko.
City upped their tempo and struck three times after the 88th minute cementing their victory that lifted them five points ahead of United at the top of the Premier League table.
Darren Fletcher scored United’s only goal 10 minutes from time.
City delivered United’s first home defeat since April 2010 – and ended United’s run of 19 consecutive home league wins.
Sir Alex Ferguson said later that the stunning defeat to Manchester City was shocking to him.
United played the majority of the second half with ten men after the dismissal of Jonny Evans.
‘It was out worst ever day. It’s the worst result in my history, ever. Even as a player I don’t think I ever lost 6-1’.
‘I thought with the experience we’ve got – Rio Ferdinand, Patrice Evra – they would defend more but we just kept attacking. Sometimes there has to be common sense about it’.
Roberto Mancini, City manager, also commented after the match.
“This is only one game. I still think United are one yard above us, still,” said Mancini. “I think we can only change this after we win the title in the end.
“After, maybe it will be different, but now United are better than us.”
The 161st derby, a Premier League fixture, took place on 23 October 2011 at Old Trafford. City’s victory equalized the biggest win in the derby’s history, which City also won at Old Trafford in 1926.
Manchester United won the 2010-11 Premier League Championship and Manchester City earned the 2010-11 FA Cup Trophy.
Both clubs qualified for the 2011–12 UEFA Champions League.
The Manchester Derby is a historic clash between Manchester City and Manchester United. The local derby centres on the City of Manchester and Greater Manchester. Only four miles separate the clubs with City based in east Manchester at the City of Manchester Stadium and United south west of Manchester at Old Trafford Stadium in Trafford.
To date, Manchester United has recorded the most Derby wins - 67, and Ryan Giggs has played in the most Derbies – 34.
As of 23 October 2011, there have been 161 competitive meetings between the teams. United have won 67 and City 44, the remaining 50 games finishing as draws.
The last meeting, the 161st derby, was a Premier League fixture on 23 October 2011 at Old Trafford. City won 6-1, equalling the biggest win in the derby’s history, which City also won 6-1 at Old Trafford in 1926.
Wayne Rooney Scores Supergoal in Manchester Derby, February 2011
Man United won the previous Manchester Derby with a spectacular goal from Wayne Rooney.
Rooney’s 78th minute winner – a powerful acrobatic effort that flashed past Joe Hart on its way home - was Rooney’s best ever goal in his football career.
“As soon as I hit it, I knew it was in, said Rooney. “It’s definitely the best goal I’ve scored.”
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Community Shield: Manchester City 2-3 Manchester United
Wayne Rooney and Nani Celebrate With Manchester United Team
Community Shield: Manchester City 2-3 Manchester United
FA Cup winners Manchester City lost to Manchester United in the recent Community Shield – Man City 2-3 Man Utd – at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday, August 7th.
Manhester United boss, Sir Alex Ferguson has never let slip a two-goal lead in his managerial career.
This match was also a Manchester Derby between the two Manchester superclubs. Trailing 2-0 at the break, United transformed and revitalized after a pep talk from Fergie.
United’s second half goals were scored by Chris Smalling (21) and a brace from Nani (24).
New goalkeeper, David De Gea suffered an ackward debut similar to his predecessors, Peter Schmeichel and Jaap Stam. Edwin van der Sar is a hard act to follow, however De Gea need more time to adjust to England football.
“This shows who the best team is,” exclaimed Man Utd striker, Wayne Rooney.
“All game we dominated. We never know when a game is finished. We took them apart. The scoreline is deserved. We’re champions and we’re the team to beat. We want to prove that.
“Of course [it is sweeter because it was a derby]. And obviously they are wanting to try and fight us for that title. But I think there was only one team that was going to win. We showed our character to come back.”
“Have to say, I think today was a footballing lesson. A great win for the champions.”
Sir Alex Ferguson's side had an average age of 22 after he withdrew Rio Ferdinand, Nemanja Vidic and Michael Carrick at the half.
“For us, I think it just confirms what I’ve thought,” said Fergie.
“People were saying that we’re not the best United squad, but you’ve got to remember we have a lot of young players, and they will improve.
“These boys are good players and the addition of Jones and De Gea gives us a good future. We are confident with this group of players.”
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Tottenham Hotspur Update - Tickets
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Sandro will be on the sidelines for three months after recently undergoing knee surgery.
The 22-year-old Brazilian returned to the UK this week after suffering the injury on international duty with Brazil.
"Following consultation with an independent knee specialist, Sandro underwent surgery on his left knee in London. Scans confirmed he had torn his lateral meniscus, as well as suffering a calf strain. The specialist has advised a three-month rehabilitation period before a return to full training," read a statement on the team's website.
The Brazilian made 19 league appearances, eight of them from the bench, for Tottenham last campaign, scoring his only goal in the defeat to Chelsea in April.
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The fixtures of the new Premiership football season have been announced and premium football tickets are available now.
Since the FA Premiership began, the Premier League has been dominated by three clubs - Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea. Manchester United has won the Premier League more times than any other English team. Other teams that have won the Barclays Premiership in between Manchester Uniteds success have been Blackburn Rovers, Arsenal and Chelsea. Tickets for the Barclays Premiership 2011 are on sale now. Check out the Premier League fixtures, select your favorite team or match and buy your Premiership tickets with confidence.
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Fergie Talks About "The Big Six"
Sir Alex Ferguson, Manchester United Manager
In the past, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United have challenged each other for the Premier League championship.
The Big Four along with Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur have made tremendous steps forward. Man City beat Arsenal to earn third place last season.
Arsenal may loose top stars Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri,
Liverpool have not won the league since 1990, but with King Kenny Dalglish as new boss, Bergie will not underestimate Liverpool.
‘We used to talk about a top four, with ourselves, Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool,’ he said. ‘You can’t say that any more.Manchester City have definitely come into the frame. They have a buying power better than the rest of us.
‘Maybe having the run in the European Cup just stretched Tottenham too much last season and they ended up being out of the top four.
‘But you look at those teams and say any one of them could win the league.’
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Copa America - Messi and Tevez Play for Argentina National Team
Copa America Update
Two of the top footballers in European competition are playing for Argentina in the Copa America - Carlos Tevez (Manchester City, Premier League) and Lionel Messi (AC Milan, Serie A). Argentina sit in second place in Group A after earning a draw against Bolivia.
The Argentine team's best chance, in the first half, came through Messi. After a speed play, Messi passed to Tevez, who forced goalkeeper Carlos Arias to a great save.
It was only the first match of Argentina, and Lionel Messi was not satisfied with the performance of Argentina.
"Not what we expected, now we have to win the next matches" he said.
All national teams have played their first match. In six matches, four draws occurred and only Colombia and Chile emerged as winners. Only eight goals were scored to date.
Argentina face Colombia on July 6th.
Group A
Colombia currently sit top of Group A having beaten Costa Rica 1-0. The hosts Argentina got their campaign off to a disappointing start with a 1-1 draw with Bolivia and currently sit second in the group with their opponents third and Costa Rica sitting last. Argentina face Colombia on July 6 before Bolivia face Costa Rica a day later. In the final round of matches, Colombia will face Bolivia on July 10 and Argentina play Costa Rica on July 11.
Group B
Group B remains in deadlock with both opening games failing to produce any goals. Brazil were held to a 0-0 draw against Venezuela on July 3rd. Paraguay and Ecuador played out a 0-0 on the same day. Brazil face Paraguay on matchday two on July 9 and Venezuela face Ecuador. The final round of matches will be completed on July 13 where Paraguay will face Venezuela and Brazil go up against Ecuador.
Group C
Chile currently sit top of Group C having beaten Mexico 2-1 on July 4. Uruguay and Peru played out a 1-1 draw on the same date and therefore sit second and third respectively with Mexico’s loss putting them last. Uruguay face Chile and Peru face Mexico on July 8 before the final round of games sees Chile face Peru and Uruguay play Mexico on July 12.
Playoff Matches
- The winner of Group A v Best third position
- Second Group A v Second Group C
- The winner of Group B v Second best third position
- The winner of Group C v Second Group B
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