The second round of Premier League fixtures are already nearly upon us – but how will Tim Sherwood’s Villa fare against an unconvincing Manchester United?
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Since February last year when Mourinho called Wenger “a specialist in failure”, and the Arsenal boss replying that his Chelsea counterpart was being “disrespectful”, the pair have had tensions mounting.
Wenger appeared to purposely avoid a handshake with Mourinho at the end of Sunday’s Community Shield clash at Wembley. “I always shake hands with him“. Squandering possession in midfield and missing chances is so unlike the Arsenal we know. Southampton won’t face any of the top half teams from last season in their first 5 matches with the exception of Manchester united’s visit to St. Mary’s in game week 6.
Man City were by far the most impressive of the probable title contenders in the opening gameweek with a commanding 3-0 triumph at West Brom. Gary Monk’s Swansea City showed every sign that they will remain a tough side to beat, coming from behind twice to secure a two all draw at Stamford Bridge.
Pellegrini did not want to be drawn into commenting on that matter and claimed it would make little difference to players’ preparations for the game anyway. The teams were sloppy and in need of few more games to reach the form anticipated.
“Diego’s a top player so he would be missed in all sides, but we have three great strikers and they will all be fighting”, Terry said.
“I can not give you an opinion about what happens at another club”, he said.
While City are continuing to push for a deal for Wolfsburg’s Kevin de Bruyne – Barcelona’s Pedro would be an alternative – Pellegrini’s primary focus is adding to Mourinhos problems following this weeks doctor-gate.
Yaya Youre accepts the acclaim of his team-mates at West Brom. The club will be aiming for their first English Premier League title in the post-Alex Ferguson era, and they will also be looking for automatic UEFA Champions League qualification for next season.
“I tried to stick my foot in the way so that (Rooney would) kick my foot instead of the ball, so it’s a bit unlucky really as I’d made up a lot of ground to get there”, Walker was quoted as saying by the BBC. “I hope he can continue from Monday because he played very well”, the Chilean said.
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So, with tongue firmly in cheek, we set off to see how Premier League history would look if the season lasted for just one match. He’s done very well this season. Chelsea will be without the services of their number one keeper, as he will be suspended due to his sending off against the Swans.
