Slam Dunk

Where is the intent? We're quite capable of playing through their pressing game, but we're happy to pass it around and tire them. Typical first half from us so far.

I wasn't just talking about his game time. His injuries/treatment were all handled badly, especially around the time of the World Cup.

To be fair, Benayoun's probably right. The whole situation was handled badly, by both us and Liverpool. But he shouldn't be saying things like this to the tabloids, although I doubt he cares because come Summer they're both off anyway. Counting down the days...

Agree. It's Jose or bust for us come Summer. Can't imagine what we'll do if Mourinho ends up in Manchester or Paris, but I know i'd rather Benitez than Mancini.

Poor performance, but I suppose it's half the job done. Tie could've been put to bed tonight, just gives us more to do next week. At least we'll have a few of the missing players back by then. I must be in the minority... I actually thought Marin was decent, especially first half. Looked the most likely to create something.

Wow. What a cameo.

Really, really don't understand the thought process behind hitting it long, over the top to Torres. Seriously. What's he going to do with a ball like that?

Marin off? Oh Benitez...

Well... That was rather poor.

He was about a yard in front of that one, the other one was a better chance.

ESPN.

Mata—just do it yourself.

Letting them into it. After a good start, why'd we ease off?

Torres probably should've gambled there. Nice by Marin/Hazard though.

Can't fault United (unfortunately), would tip them to go through now.

Bet Evra's regretting his decision to wear his lead boots tonight.

It's to welcome Ferguson. Apparently it's his favourite song.

Yeah, should've expected it—he's usually quite brave with his selections in big games. Looks like he wants to hit them on the break, get the away goal and win the tie at home.

Ferguson's been pretty bold with his lineup tonight...

Well, that was a rather cheap goal to concede, wasn't it...

Whoever photoshopped that England kit is an idiot. Who the fuck is going to wear a shirt with 'TheFA' written on it? Well... Apart from Man United fans.

Well, considering Balague is nearly always wrong, i'm not worried.

Thoroughly deserved. Mikel and Moses showed their quality all tournament, and Omeruo was excellent ever since he was thrust into the team. Moses wins Player of the Tournament as well!

Really can't see Benitez making too many changes (if any at all). He'll want to go as far in the EL as possible.

Great goal that.