Liverpool vs Man Utd – View from the other side

I asked Dale O’Donnell a few questions. Dale is a Manchester United fan and runs the popular United blog Stretty News. He also asked me a few questions and my replies can be found on his site.

1)What is your feeling on the reduction of the tickets allocated to Man Utd supporters for the Liverpool game? Who do you blame?

Disappointed to be honest, but there’s a section of idiots within every fan base. One or two people could easily give a bad name for a thousand others. Although, I don’t understand why so many clubs are picking on us. There’s other clubs with worse reputations. Liverpool, for example.

2)Do you think that issues with Wayne Rooney’s personal life will interfere with his performance?

I don’t think recent issues surrounding his dad and uncle will distract him. He has gone through worse and bounced back strong. However, you can say whatever you like about Rooney. I honestly don’t care as long as he’s scoring goals for United. Priorities.

3)Manchester City have always been in your shadows but seem to finally have two legs to stand on. Do you believe that they can be serious title contenders?

I’m not sure about this season because they still have a lot to learn. Mancini deserves more respect than what he’s getting from his players, who appear to be a classless bunch at times.

4) Speaking of City what is your opinion on the whole Carlos Tevez fiasco?

Tevez was just being himself. A complete liability.

5)When do you think Sir Alex Ferguson will retire? Who will take over? Are you concerned about that?

I’m not in the position to answer those first two questions, but I’m certainly concerned about it. What United fan wouldn’t be after what he’s done for our club?

6)A year ago this week Liverpool got rid of their despised owners, do you think that United will get rid of Malcolm Glazer soon?

Another hard one to call. We all know how reluctant the Glazer family are to come out and talk to the press, so it’s hard to know if they’re hiding any secrets. The sooner the better, though.

7)Last season Jamie Carragher did get a few studs marks on Nani, Jamie tried to appologise but Nani refused. Do you think Nani is out for revenge?

A few stud marks? It was a deep gash almost making his shin bone visible. Nani was right to refuse because Jamie doesn’t know the meaning of the word apologise. Nani can bite back by scoring a goal or two. That would surely shut Jamie up.

8)What is your score prediction for the game?

2-0 win for United, the real Reds.