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Manchester United Boss Sir Alex Ferguson Likens Wayne Rooney & Dimitar Berbatov To Cole & Yorke Partnership
Scot happy with pair's contribution this season
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes his strike partnership of Wayne Rooney and Dimitar Berbatov can emulate the success of former Old Trafford heroes Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke.
Rooney scored two goals in the 3-1 win against Aston Villa earlier this week to take his tally to the season to five.
And while he is a long way behind Berbatov's 19 goal haul this season, Ferguson is not worried, believing that the collective goal return more than makes up for any individual shortcomings.
In his column for the Manchester United match day programme, Ferguson said: "Some of our critics are making a meal out of the fact that Wayne is lagging behind in the goal stakes.
"He is, compared with the bucketload he scored last year, but I am not worried.
"It's the scoring partnership that matters and the combination between our two front men has improved beyond all recognition.
"Last season Wayne benefited from Dimitar's work but this year it is Berbatov who is enjoying the last touch."
And Ferguson believes the partnership is now similar to the celebrated pairing of Yorke and Cole, who helped shoot the club to the treble in 1999.
Ferguson added: "If we finish the season with Berbatov scoring 30 and Wayne on 10 - and those are the targets I have in mind - I will be more than happy.
"That's what I call a successful strike partnership, reminiscent of Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke, and you know what we won when they were hot."
sharkman121 wrote:http://www.goal.com/en/news/9/england/2011/02/03/2336264/manchester-united-boss-sir-alex-ferguson-likens-wayne-rooneyManchester United Boss Sir Alex Ferguson Likens Wayne Rooney & Dimitar Berbatov To Cole & Yorke Partnership
Scot happy with pair's contribution this season
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes his strike partnership of Wayne Rooney and Dimitar Berbatov can emulate the success of former Old Trafford heroes Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke.
Rooney scored two goals in the 3-1 win against Aston Villa earlier this week to take his tally to the season to five.
And while he is a long way behind Berbatov's 19 goal haul this season, Ferguson is not worried, believing that the collective goal return more than makes up for any individual shortcomings.
In his column for the Manchester United match day programme, Ferguson said: "Some of our critics are making a meal out of the fact that Wayne is lagging behind in the goal stakes.
"He is, compared with the bucketload he scored last year, but I am not worried.
"It's the scoring partnership that matters and the combination between our two front men has improved beyond all recognition.
"Last season Wayne benefited from Dimitar's work but this year it is Berbatov who is enjoying the last touch."
And Ferguson believes the partnership is now similar to the celebrated pairing of Yorke and Cole, who helped shoot the club to the treble in 1999.
Ferguson added: "If we finish the season with Berbatov scoring 30 and Wayne on 10 - and those are the targets I have in mind - I will be more than happy.
"That's what I call a successful strike partnership, reminiscent of Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke, and you know what we won when they were hot."
Mark! wrote:yep when Yorke and Cole sling up the whole of europe
**wipes reminiscent tear from eye..
TEAM NEWS
Stoke's Ryan Shawcross returns to the side after missing the previous two matches through suspension. Manager Tony Pulis may restore Matthew Etherington and Kenwyne Jones to the starting line-up after resting them on the bench against Liverpool.
Sunderland have been rocked by the news that captain Lee Cattermole faces another month on the sidelines with a troublesome back problem. But Sulley Muntari, who signed on loan from Inter Milan, is expected to play.
MATCH FACTS
In the five Premier League meetings between Stoke and Sunderland, no goals have been scored by the away team.
Stoke have won their last three home games against Sunderland by a one-goal margin.
Stoke have lost their last two league games by two goals to nil.
Stoke have won their last two Premier League home games by two goals to nil.
Sunderland have won their last two Premier League away games, they have not won three in succession since October 1999.
Kenwyne Jones has hit the woodwork six times this season , more than any other player in the Premier League this season.
Stoke have scored just six first half goals all season, fewer than any other side.
Sunderland average only 0.63 points per game in February, the worst record of any side with more than one season in the Premier League.
Stoke have had one or fewer shots on target in eight of their Premier League games this season.
Sunderland have had two or fewer shots on target in seven of their Premier League games this season.
TEAM NEWS
Everton hope to welcome back leading goalscorer Tim Cahill following his return from international duty. Tony Hibbert will be monitored after missing Tuesday's defeat at Arsenal with a virus.
Blackpool manager Ian Holloway will give fitness tests to captain Charlie Adam and midfielder David Vaughan ahead of Saturday's Premier League trip to Everton. Adam (calf) and Vaughan (knee) both suffered knocks in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat against West Ham while Stephen Crainey (ankle) is definitely out. Andy Reid was the only one of Holloway's four new signings to start at Bloomfield Road in midweek so James Beattie and Jason Puncheon will be hoping to join him but Sergei Kornilenko is not yet match fit.
MATCH FACTS
Only one of the last nine league meetings between Everton and Blackpool has ended as a home win.
Everton have failed to score in their last four home league matches against Blackpool.
There has only been one goal scored in the last four league matches between Everton and Blackpool at Goodison Park.
Only West Brom have picked up fewer points than Everton since Boxing Day.
Blackpool have scored as many away goals as Manchester United this season, 17.
Only Wigan and Birmingham have scored fewer home goals than Everton (14) this season.
Blackpool have conceded 11 goals in their last four Premier League games.
Everton have used only 20 players this season, fewer than any other side.
Everton are the only side not to win a penalty this season.
Blackpool have scored the most goals from corners this season, nine.
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TEAM NEWS
Dickson Etuhu will miss Fulham's Premier League game at Aston Villa after suffering a setback in his recovery from a hamstring injury this week. But new loan signing Eidur Gudjohnsen is in line for his debut after not being considered ready to feature in Wednesday night's win over Newcastle. Bobby Zamora (broken leg) and Philippe Senderos (Achilles) are both nearing returns.
Fulham midfielder Dickson Etuhu remains sidelined after suffering a setback in his recovery from a hamstring injury. New signing Eidur Gudjohnsen is in line for his debut, while Bobby Zamora is nearing a return.
MATCH FACTS
Fulham have only won three of the 19 Premier League meetings with Aston Villa.
Aston Villa have won six and lost none of the nine home games against Fulham in the Premier League era.
Gabriel Agbonlahor has scored three goals in his last two appearances against Fulham.
Aston Villa have scored 497 goals at Villa Park in Premier League history.
Villa have kept only clean sheet in their last 15 Premier League games.
If the Premier League had started on Boxing Day, Fulham would be sixth, level on points with Chelsea.
Fulham have won every other game in their last seven games, if this run continues then they will fail to win this match.
Aston Villa have used 31 different players this season, the joint-most along with West Ham.
35 per cent of Fulham's goals this season have been headed, the highest proportion in the Premier League.
Villa have conceded nine goals from corners this season, more than any other side.
Opta
TEAM NEWS
Tottenham midfielder Steven Pienaar is fit to face Bolton after recovering from the head injury which kept him out of Wednesday's win at Blackburn. Gareth Bale (back) is still a week away from full fitness but Tottenham's defensive ranks have been boosted with the return of captain Michael Dawson from suspension. Ledley King (groin), Luka Modric (appendix), Tom Huddlestone (ankle) and Younes Kaboul (knee) are all unavailable.
Bolton news to follow
MATCH FACTS
Bolton scored four goals from just six shots on target in their 4-2 win over Spurs at the Reebok back in November.
Kevin Davies has scored six goals in his last five Premier League games against Tottenham.
14 players have scored for Bolton this season, more than any other Premier League side.
Spurs have mustered a total of only four goals in their last five league games but have picked up eight points in that spell.
Tottenham have kept clean sheets in their last three Premier League games at White Hart Lane; they have not kept four in a row since February 6 last year.
Bolton have scored a total of only three goals in their last six league games.
Wanderers have lost their last five Premier League away games in succession, their worst run since December 1995.
Spurs have averaged seven corners per game this season, the highest rate in the league.
Benoit Assou-Ekotto has made 3.8 interceptions per game this season, more than any other player.
Peter Crouch has assisted five goals for Rafael Van der Vaart in the Premier League this season, the joint-best assist/scorer partnership along with Baines & Cahill at Everton.
Opta / PA Sport
TEAM NEWS
Wolves news to follow
Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher is expected to face Wolves on Saturday at Molineux after suffering an eye injury. Fletcher was forced to come off in the victory against Aston Villa in midweek after suffering blurred vision. Rafael is pushing for a return to the side after returning to training following a bout of concussion. Wayne Rooney will be looking to build on his brace against Villa as United bid to stretch their unbeaten league run to 25 games.
MATCH FACTS
Four of the five Premier League meetings between Man Utd and Wolves have been won by a single-goal margin.
Four of the last five league games between Wolves and United at Molineux have been won by a 1-0 scoreline and the other game finished 1-1.
Park Ji-Sung has scored three goals in two games against Wolves this season.
Wolves have scored three equalising goals in the two games against Man Utd this season, but lost to a 90th minute winner in both matches.
Man Utd have won 10 and lost just one of the last 12 matches against Wolves in all competitions.
Wayne Rooney and Nani both have 10 assists in the Premier League this season, more than any other player in the division.
Wolves' only previous Premier League win against Manchester United came when they were bottom and United were top (January 2004).
United can set a new club Premier League record of 30 games without losing if they avoid defeat in this game.
United will become only the fourth team in Premier League history to go 30 or more games without defeat if they win or draw this game (joining Arsenal 49, Chelsea 40 & Arsenal 30)
Manchester United have conceded only five goals before half-time this season.
Opta / PA Sport
TEAM NEWS
To follow
MATCH FACTS
Six of the last seven matches between Wigan and Blackburn have ended as home wins.
Roque Santa Cruz has scored five goals in four Premier League games against Wigan.
Wigan have gone seven Premier League games without a win, their worst run since February last year.
Rovers have alternated defeats and wins in their last seven games; if this run continues then they should win this fixture.
Blackburn have conceded a total of 19 goals in their last six Premier League away games, an average of 3.2 per game.
Wigan have averaged only 4.0 corners per game this season, the lowest rate in the division.
Blackburn would be fourth if only the first half of Premier League games counted.
Charles N'Zogbia has been tackled over 10 times per 90 minutes this season, at least three higher than any other top-flight player.
Wigan have scored only 13 second half goals this season, fewer than any other side.
Opta / PA Sport
TEAM NEWS
West Brom have been boosted by the availability of top scorer Peter Odemwingie ahead of their match against Manchester City. The Nigeria international has recovered from an ankle injury, picked up in his team's 2-2 draw against Wigan, also in the Premier League. The Baggies may also welcome back Graham Dorrans, with a decision to be made on his ankle knock closer to kick-off. However, Gonzalo Jara (hamstring) and Mark Cech (groin) are both rated as 50/50 by manager Roberto Di Matteo.
City defender Micah Richards will be rested. Richards was taken to hospital after banging his head in a sickening collision with Nigel de Jong in the midweek draw with Birmingham - De Jong will be given a fitness test before the game. Yaya Toure returns after a throat infection, Mario Balotelli (knee) could return to training next week but Adam Johnson (ankle) is sidelined long term and manager Roberto Mancini has vowed to keep faith with goalkeeper Joe Hart despite recent criticism.
MATCH FACTS
West Brom didn't manage a single shot on target in their match against Man City at the Hawthorns in November, while City scored twice form just three attempts on target.
There have been three red cards in the last four Premier League games between West Brom and Man City.
City and West Brom have met twice this season, with the Baggies winning in the League Cup and the Citizens in the Premier League.
City have won only one of their last four league games.
Aleksandar Kolarov has been booked in his last two Premier League games.
City have the worst cross completion rate in the top-flight, just 13 per cent.
WBA have created more goalscoring chances from indirect free-kicks than any other side this season (17).
West Brom (six) and Manchester City (five) have collected 11 Premier League red cards between them this season.
City have more yellow cards for dissent (eight) than any other side this season.
West Brom have averaged only 0.71 points per game in the Premier League in February, the third lowest total of any regular club.
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RASC wrote:Everyone in TT was a ManU fan then
kurpal_v2 wrote:RASC wrote:Everyone in TT was a ManU fan then
I think everyone worldwide dan, I had to flash my passport to buy some beers in Singapore and first thing man said was " Trinidad? Dwight yorke who play with fergie?"
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