12 January 2008

Match Preview (Man U vs Newcastle)

Prediction: Man U 3 Newcastle 0

Man U is quite healthy compared to recent weeks. In defence, only right back need cover. Will JOS or Simpson play?
In midfield, we will probably see Carrick (if Hargreaves not used) partnering Anderson (unless SAF want to give Fletcher more chances or Anderson another rest). Ronaldo and Giggs should be used. Park will have another game, possibly in the 2nd half. Nani may play if more attack needed.
For attack, Rooney will start, his partner will depends on whether is Tevez fully recovered. Saha should be in for the 2nd half.

Out: Paul Scholes (long term), Ben Foster (long term), Wes Brown (suspended)
Major doubt: Owen Hargreaves (rib injury), Gary Neville (no match fitness)
Probable: Louis Saha (minor knock), Carlo Tevez (recovering from injury)

For Newcastle, one big threat will be Micheal Owen!
Out: Habib Beye, Abdoulaye Faye, Geremi (African Nations Cup)
Probable: Obafemi Martins (pending approval from Nigeria), Steven Carr

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