Manchester United: January 2010 Archives

Arsenal 1-3 Manchester United

Manuel Almunia's own goal, Wayne Rooney and Ji-Sung Park scored for United as they ran out 3-1 winners against title rivals Arsenal.

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FT:Arsenal 1-3 Man Utd: Almunia OG, Rooney and Park's goals hand United a vital win at Arsenal to put them a point behind Chelsea.

GOAL:Arsenal 1-3 Man Utd: (80mins) Vermaelen hits an effort at goal which goes in off Evans.

GOAL:Arsenal 0-3 Man Utd: (52mins) Park is allowed to run 50 yards before firing past Almunia

HT:Arsenal 0-2 Man Utd: United are in charge at the break thanks to Almunia's OG and Rooney.

GOAL:Arsenal 0-2 Man Utd: (37mins) Nani breaks and plays in Rooney who fires past Almunia.

GOAL:Arsenal 0-1 Man Utd: (33mins) Nani's cross from the right is parried in by Almunia.

LINE UP: Van der Sar, Rafael Da Silva, Jonathan Evans, Brown, Evra, Scholes, Carrick, Fletcher, Nani, Rooney, Park.

LINE UP: Almunia, Sagna, Gallas, Vermaelen, Clichy, Fabregas, Song Billong, Denilson, Nasri, Arshavin, Rosicky

Rooney ready to stay

Wayne Rooney has pledged his future to Manchester United and says there is 'no reason' for him to move on.

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Fergie makes the difference for Nani

Nani has paid tribute to boss Sir Alex Ferguson for helping him turn his career around but insists he is not the new Cristiano Ronaldo.

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United not just about me - Rooney

Wayne Rooney has rubbished claims that Manchester United are a one-man team and too over reliant on him to score goals.

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Vidic's return eases Rio blow

Nemanja Vidic is set to return to the Manchester United defence for Sunday's trip to Arsenal as Rio Ferdinand starts a four-match ban.

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Ferdinand learns ban fate

Man Utd defender Rio Ferdinand will miss games against Arsenal, Portsmouth, Aston Villa and Everton after being banned for four games.

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"World class" ace delights Fergie

Sir Alex Ferguson paid tribute to Wayne Rooney following the win over Man City by calling his performance "world class".

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Fagan clash was nothing - Fergie

Sir Alex Ferguson believes Rio Ferdinand has a "good chance" of escaping suspension for a clash with Hull's Craig Fagan.

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FT:Man Utd 3-1 Man City:Its United's night! Drama from start to finish but its the red half of Manchester that will be going to Wembley

GOAL:Man Utd 3-1 Man City: (90mins)WHat you believe it! In injury time Rooney surely wins it.

GOAL:Man Utd 2-1 Man City: (76mins)It had to be him! Tevez flicks delicately into the corner.

GOAL:Man Utd 2-0 Man City: (71mins)Fabulous from Nani and Carrick keeps his cool to slot home.

GOAL:Man Utd 1-0 Man City: (52mins)A scramble in the box but Scholes fires into the corner.

HT:Man Utd 0-0 Man City:Both sides want the win tonight but United have probably had more of it.

LINE UP: Given, Richards, Kompany, Boyata, Garrido, Barry, De Jong, Zabaleta, Wright-Phillips, Bellamy, Tevez.

LINE UP: Van Der Sar, Rafael, Ferdinand, Evans, Evra, Carrick, Fletcher, Scholes, Nani, Giggs, Rooney.

Swap deal mooted

Reports suggest Anderson could be leaving Old Trafford in a deal that would see Lyon goalkeeper Hugo Lloris move to Manchester.

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Vidic out of City test

Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic will miss the Carling Cup semi-final second leg with a calf injury.

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Cash-strapped Reds outbid Gunners

Manchester United have beaten Arsenal to the signature Chris Smalling from Fulham but he will not join until the end of the season.

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FA act on Rio 'rage'

Rio Ferdinand has been charged with violent conduct by the Football Association for an alleged wild swing at Hull's Craig Fagan.

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United want England U-21 defender

United have had a shock bid, rumoured to be worth £8million, for Fulham centre back Chris Smalling accepted.

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Evans driven on by fear

Jonny Evans believes the fear of failure can drive Manchester United to even more glory this season and in years to come.

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Rising star seals loan move

Manchester United striker Danny Welbeck has completed his loan move to Preston until the end of the season.

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Striker ready for loan switch

Danny Welbeck is being lined up for a loan spell at Preston North End under Sir Alex Ferguson's son Darren.

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Manchester United 4-0 Hull City

Wayne Rooney fired Manchester United to the top of the table with a stunning four-goal salvo against Hull.

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FT:Man Utd 4-0 Hull: United go to the top of the table after an emphatic win over Hull

GOAL:Man Utd 4-0 Hull: (90mins) Rooney slots Berbatov's throughball low into the corner

GOAL:Man Utd 3-0 Hull: (85mins) Nani's cross is headed past Myhill for Rooney's hat-trick

GOAL:Man Utd 2-0 Hull: (82mins) Rooney's drive gives Myhill no chance

HT:Man Utd 1-0 Hull: United have dominated the first half but Hull are only one goal behind

GOAL:Man Utd 1-0 Hull: (7mins) Scholes' long-range effort is parried and Rooney scores

LINE UP: Myhill, McShane, Gardner, Zayatte, Dawson, Garcia, Barmby, Boateng, Geovanni, Hunt, Fagan

LINE UP: Van der Sar, Rafael Da Silva, Ferdinand, Evans, Evra, Nani, Scholes, Fletcher, Park, Owen, Rooney

Fergie makes his point over title

Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson reckons 35 more points could be enough to win the Premier League this season.

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Fergie takes control

Sir Alex Ferguson admits that if he were to lose control of the Old Trafford dressing room his reign would be over.

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Fergie set to call on star man

Rio Ferdinand will return for Manchester United against Hull in the Premier League on Saturday to end a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

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Tevez stokes Nev row flames

Man City forward Carlos Tevez will run a gauntlet of hate at Man Utd after calling Gary Neville a "boot-licker" and an "idiot".

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United target Serie A star

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is tracking Juventus centre-half Giorgio Chiellini but faces competition from Manchester City.

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Star out for season

Manchester United have been rocked by the news defender John O'Shea will miss the remainder of the season.

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Young star sent back early

Highly-rated youngster Rodrigo Possebon is back at Manchester Utd after a disappointing loan spell at Sporting Braga.

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FA worry for United veteran

Gary Neville could be hit with an FA charge after appearing to make a one-finger gesture towards Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez.

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FT:Man City 2-1 Man Utd: City dominated the second period but United missed a host of late chances to gain the upper hand in the tie.

GOAL:Man City 2-1 Man Utd: (65mins)Tevez again to give City the lead with acres of space.

HT:Man City 1-1 Man Utd:Both sides have gone hell for leather for this and its all to play for.

GOAL:Man City 1-1 Man Utd: (42mins) Penalty won by Bellamy and Tevez smashes the spot kick in.

GOAL:Man City 1-1 Man Utd: (42mins) Penalty won by Bellamy and Tevez smashes the spot kick in.

GOAL:Man City 0-1 Man Utd: (17mins)Valencia plays it across and Giggs cannot miss from 2 yards

LINE UP: Van der Sar, Rafael Da Silva, Brown, Jonathan Evans, Evra, Anderson, Carrick, Fletcher, Valencia, Rooney, Giggs.

LINE UP: Given, Zabaleta, Richards, Boyata, Garrido, De Jong, Kompany, Barry, Wright-Phillips, Tevez, Bellamy.

Spanish giants target United star

Barcelona are set to offer Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney an £8million a year deal to ditch Old Trafford for Camp Nou.

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Fletcher returns for derby

Manchester United welcome back Darren Fletcher, while Dimitar Berbatov and Nemanja Vidic may be fit to face Manchester City.

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Keeper exit rejected

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has blasted reports suggesting he has failed with a bid for Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster.

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Foster denied his Spurs

Tottenham have failed in their bid to sign Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster after the Red Devils rejected Spurs' offer.

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Spurs shot down in bid for United keeper

Tottenham have failed in their bid to sign Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster after the Red Devils rejected Spurs' offer.

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Finances nothing to do with players - Neville

Gary Neville insists Manchester United's finances have nothing to do with the players and claims they will not be affected by it.

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Defender set for shock United recall

Rio Ferdinand could make a shock early return to action for Man United in Tuesday's Carling Cup semi-final first leg at Man City.

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Fergie not bitter about Tevez exit

Sir Alex Ferguson insists he has no regrets about letting Carlos Tevez leave Man Utd despite his form this season for Man City.

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Manchester United 3-0 Burnley

Manchester United are back to winning ways thanks to three second-half goals against a courageous Burnley side.

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FT:Man U 3-0 Burn:A good victory for the Champions but they were made to work by Brian Laws' Burnley.

GOAL:Man U 3-0 Burn:(90mins)Mame Diouf opens his Man Utd account with a neat finish.

GOAL:Man U 2-0 Burn:(69mins)It is game over at Old Trafford as Rooney doubles the scoreline.

GOAL:Man U 1-0 Burn:(63mins)Berbatov opens the scoring as his deflected effort bounces in.

HT:Man U 0-0 Burn:It is goalless at half-time in a surprisingly even contest at Old Trafford.

LINE UP: Jensen, Mears, Edgar, Duff, Jordan, Alexander, McDonald, Eagles, Elliott, Nugent, Steven Fletcher

LINE UP: Van der Sar, Neville, Brown, Jonathan Evans, Evra, Valencia, Carrick, Scholes, Nani, Berbatov, Rooney

Fergie rules out keeper move

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has no plans to allow Ben Foster to go out on loan to help his World Cup prospects.

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United ace confident of title success

Patrice Evra is confident Manchester United will retain their Premier League crown this season despite their recent dip in form.

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Fletcher to miss Clarets clash

Manchester United will be without Darren Fletcher against Burnley as he serves a one-match ban.

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Rooney linked with shock move

Manchester United could be heading for a contract dispute with Wayne Rooney that could see him leave, reports claim.

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Fletch vows to defy critics

Darren Fletcher has called on his Manchester United team-mates to take the criticism on the chin and use it to spur them on to glory.

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Reds keep tabs on Trotters ace

Manchester United are again being linked with a move for Gary Cahill but Bolton say they are under no pressure to sell.

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Boss demands a winter break

Sir Alex Ferguson has renewed his calls for a winter break to ease the pressure of the hectic schedule in England.

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Fergie's retirement worries United

The Glazer family have expressed their concerns for the future when Sir Alex Ferguson finally decides to retire from managing Man Utd.

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Midfielder hits out at 'dirty' tag

Midfielder Darren Fletcher has insisted he won't change his aggressive style of play despite his red card at Birmingham last weekend.

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United star ready for first-team comeback

Keeper Edwin van der Sar is in line to make his comeback against Burnley on Saturday after returning to training.

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Mass clear-out predicted

Manchester United are believed to be getting ready for a summer clear-out that could fetch in as much as £80m to the club's coffers.

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Furious Fergie faces possible ban

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson may be in hot water again with the FA after blasting another referee at the weekend.

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Berbatov facing knee checkup

Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov could be facing a lay-off after he missed Saturday's 1-1 draw with Birmingham.

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Birmingham City 1-1 Manchester United

Manchester United missed out on the chance to go top of the table but came from behind to claim a point at in-form Birmingham.

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FT:Birmingham 1-1 Man Utd:United clinch a point after traling to a first half Jerome goal and Fletcher saw red late on.

RED C:Birmingham 1-1 Man Utd: (Fletcher 85mins)Fletcher gets his second booking and is off.

GOAL:Birmingham 1-1 Man Utd:(63mins)Dann puts it into his own net from six yards trying to clear

HT:Birmingham 1-0 Man Utd:United have dominated but trail to a well taken Jerome goal.

GOAL:Birmingham 1-0 Man Utd: (39mins)Jerome finds the corner from six yards with a header.

LINE UP: Kuszczak, Rafael Da Silva, Brown, Jonathan Evans, Evra, Valencia, Carrick, Scholes, Fletcher, Park, Rooney

LINE UP: Hart, Carr, Roger Johnson, Dann, Ridgewell, Larsson, Ferguson, Bowyer, McFadden, Jerome, Benitez

Utd boss stands firms on transfers

Sir Alex Ferguson says he has no intention of paying big money for players in order to ease Manchester United fans' financial concerns.

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Key defenders to miss United's Blues trip

Sir Alex Ferguson will make changes to his United side for the trip to Birmingham but Nemanja Vidic and Rio Ferdinand are still out.

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Vidic injury revelation

Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed Man United defender Nemanja Vidic faces 10 days out after tweaking a nerve in his leg last weekend.

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Youngster poised for United bow

Senegal youngster Mame Biram Diouf could be in line for his Man Utd debut after receiving a work permit and international clearance.

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Real ace linked with move

Manchester United are again being linked with a swoop for Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema during the transfer window.

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Vidic happy at United

Nemanja Vidic says he is happy at Manchester United and insists there has been no fall out with Sir Alex Ferguson.

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Eastlands snowed under

The Carling Cup semi-final between Manchester City and Manchester United has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions.

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United to wait on striker swoop

Manchester United may have to wait until the summer if they want to sign Brazilian striker Hulk, according to his agent.

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Defender race hots up

Manchester United and Arsenal are ready to battle it out for the signature of £4m-rated Cardiff defender Adam Matthews.

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Youngster admits frustration

Manchester United's Johnny Evans believes his injury problems are behind him and is looking forward to the future at Old Trafford.

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Dutcman eases keeper crisis

Manchester United are set for a boost with goalkeeper Edwin Van der Sar expected to return to Old Trafford in the next 10 days.

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FT:Man Utd 0-1 Leeds: Leeds survive late pressure to record a famous FA Cup upset thanks to Beckford's first half strike.

HT:Man Utd 0-1 Leeds: Leeds remain on course for a massive upset as they lead at Old Trafford.

GOAL:Man Utd 0-1 Leeds: (19mins) Beckford's cool finish gives Leeds the lead.

LINE UP: Ankergren, Crowe, Naylor, Kisnorbo, Hughes, Howson, Kilkenny, Doyle, Johnson, Beckford, Becchio.

LINE UP: Kuszczak, Neville, Vidic, Jonathan Evans, Fabio Da Silva, Welbeck, Gibson, Anderson, Obertan, Berbatov, Rooney.

Fergie voices Owen England concerns

Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted Michael Owen's dreams of playing in the World Cup have been put in jeopardy by the form of Wayne Rooney.

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Reds driving for Benz bid

Man Utd are reportedly lining up a swoop for Real Madrid misfit Karim Benzema while the Spanish giants are targeting Wayne Rooney.

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Fergie relishing rivals' return

Sir Alex Ferguson is looking forward to the visit of Leeds United on Sunday and expects a brilliant atmosphere at Old Trafford.

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Veteran duo ready for Leeds

Veteran duo Gary Neville and Paul Scholes are likely to return from injury as Man Utd face Leeds in Sunday's FA Cup third round tie.

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Arsenal 1-3 Manchester United

Manuel Almunia's own goal, Wayne Rooney and Ji-Sung Park scored for United as they ran out 3-1 winners against title rivals Arsenal.

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FT:Arsenal 1-3 Man Utd: Almunia OG, Rooney and Park's goals hand United a vital win at Arsenal to put them a point behind Chelsea.

GOAL:Arsenal 1-3 Man Utd: (80mins) Vermaelen hits an effort at goal which goes in off Evans.

GOAL:Arsenal 0-3 Man Utd: (52mins) Park is allowed to run 50 yards before firing past Almunia

HT:Arsenal 0-2 Man Utd: United are in charge at the break thanks to Almunia's OG and Rooney.

GOAL:Arsenal 0-2 Man Utd: (37mins) Nani breaks and plays in Rooney who fires past Almunia.

GOAL:Arsenal 0-1 Man Utd: (33mins) Nani's cross from the right is parried in by Almunia.

LINE UP: Van der Sar, Rafael Da Silva, Jonathan Evans, Brown, Evra, Scholes, Carrick, Fletcher, Nani, Rooney, Park.

LINE UP: Almunia, Sagna, Gallas, Vermaelen, Clichy, Fabregas, Song Billong, Denilson, Nasri, Arshavin, Rosicky

Rooney ready to stay

Wayne Rooney has pledged his future to Manchester United and says there is 'no reason' for him to move on.

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Fergie makes the difference for Nani

Nani has paid tribute to boss Sir Alex Ferguson for helping him turn his career around but insists he is not the new Cristiano Ronaldo.

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United not just about me - Rooney

Wayne Rooney has rubbished claims that Manchester United are a one-man team and too over reliant on him to score goals.

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Vidic's return eases Rio blow

Nemanja Vidic is set to return to the Manchester United defence for Sunday's trip to Arsenal as Rio Ferdinand starts a four-match ban.

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Ferdinand learns ban fate

Man Utd defender Rio Ferdinand will miss games against Arsenal, Portsmouth, Aston Villa and Everton after being banned for four games.

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"World class" ace delights Fergie

Sir Alex Ferguson paid tribute to Wayne Rooney following the win over Man City by calling his performance "world class".

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Fagan clash was nothing - Fergie

Sir Alex Ferguson believes Rio Ferdinand has a "good chance" of escaping suspension for a clash with Hull's Craig Fagan.

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FT:Man Utd 3-1 Man City:Its United's night! Drama from start to finish but its the red half of Manchester that will be going to Wembley

GOAL:Man Utd 3-1 Man City: (90mins)WHat you believe it! In injury time Rooney surely wins it.

GOAL:Man Utd 2-1 Man City: (76mins)It had to be him! Tevez flicks delicately into the corner.

GOAL:Man Utd 2-0 Man City: (71mins)Fabulous from Nani and Carrick keeps his cool to slot home.

GOAL:Man Utd 1-0 Man City: (52mins)A scramble in the box but Scholes fires into the corner.

HT:Man Utd 0-0 Man City:Both sides want the win tonight but United have probably had more of it.

LINE UP: Given, Richards, Kompany, Boyata, Garrido, Barry, De Jong, Zabaleta, Wright-Phillips, Bellamy, Tevez.

LINE UP: Van Der Sar, Rafael, Ferdinand, Evans, Evra, Carrick, Fletcher, Scholes, Nani, Giggs, Rooney.

Swap deal mooted

Reports suggest Anderson could be leaving Old Trafford in a deal that would see Lyon goalkeeper Hugo Lloris move to Manchester.

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