Federico Macheda scored Two goals against New England

Federico Macheda

Yesterday Manchester United successful beat New England Revolution 4-1 at Gillette Stadium in a match pre-season tour their first in the United States, Thursday, July 14, 2011. After the game manager Sir Alex Ferguson praised the young Italian striker Federico Macheda.

Federico Macheda, who last season on loan to Sampdoria, scored two goals against New England in the 54th minute, and 60. Other MU scored two goals Michael Owen (51') and Park Ji-Sung (80'). The host is only able to score a goal by Kenny Mansally (56').

Although last season Federico Macheda lost to Sampdoria, but Sir Alex still put a lot of hopes on the Italian striker in this season.

"You see the final settlement Federico Macheda today. It's world class finishing. He's got something special. 19 years, I still put a lot of hope to him," said Sir Alex Ferguson after the game as reported by AP.


In the first game of pre-season, Sir Alex Ferguson gives an opportunity winger Ashley Young made ​​his debut with the Red Devils after being purchased from Aston Villa last month. But goalkeeper David De Gea is not played. Sir Alex just played another young goalkeeper, Anders Lindegaard, under the crossbar.

Manchester United had trouble in the first half to break the wicket of New England. And even though Wayne Rooney has not scored, the England striker was still satisfied with its performance.

"It's always hard to do the first game. We played in a different field. For the first game, overall, I am quite satisfied," said Rooney.

Meanwhile, New England Revolution coach, Steve Nicol, to hand Manchester United. "We are pleased with the performance in the first round. In the end, they are smarter than us," said Nicol.

Next Manchester United will face the Seattle Sounders on July 21, 2011.

Alex Ferguson: Barcelona Hypnotize us

Manchester United lose against Barcelona in the Champions League Final, Saturday, May 28, 2011. In the Champions Final match held at Wembley Stadium, London, Manchester United lost 1-3.

Manchester United manager, Sir Alex Ferguson praised the performance of their opponents. Sir Alex did not try to find excuses.

"They are the best team we've ever opponent for me to be a manager," Ferguson said.

According to Alex Ferguson, MU team has the best plan to reduce the strength of Barcelona. But it was not enough.


"Barcelona hypnotize us with great passes. We never really get control of Messi."

Messi in this Final game scored in the second for Barca. Previously, Pedro opened the advantages Azulgrana before then likened Wayne Rooney. David Villa goal a confirms victory Barcelona to 3-1.

"I hope that after Rooney equalized we can play better. But what's done is done," said Ferguson.

Predictions Who will Win in Match Final Champions League 2011

Match Final Champions League 2011 which brought Barcelona versus Manchester United make the lovers of the football began to give their respective predictions. No exception of former players who ever won in previous years.

Of the 10 former players who ever won the Champions League titles, eight of them turned out to sponsor Barca (Barcelona FC). Only one player who sponsor Manchester United and the rest to be fair with no definite choice.

"This is the final and finished the match special. But I think Barcelona is favored compared to Manchester," said Didier Deschamps who won the Champions League with Marseille in 1993 and Juventus in 1996.

The same is submitted Eusebio Sacristan (Barcelona champion 1992), Fernando Hierro (Real Madrid 1998, 2000, and 2002), Franco Baresi (Milan, 1989, 1990, and 1994), and Luis Suarez (Inter Milan 1964 and 1965).

"In between the two teams (finalists) Barca is my favorite. However, Manchester can be difficult. So this final party will walk interesting," Baresi said as quoted by Sport STV.

Barca also extended support to Gary Mills (Nottingham Forest 1980), Lars Ricken (Borussia Dortmund 1997), and Wim Jansen (Feyenoord 1970). "I think Barcelona will win 3-1," said Ricken.

While the sole supporter of MU is Des Bremner, strengthen Aston Villa in the final of 1982. "There's only one team that wins in the final and it is Manchester United. I think (the score) 2-1," said Bremner.

Robert Prosinečki as a winner in the final in 1991 with Red Star Belgrade took a wise step by impartial one team will win. "The two best teams in the finals, Barca is my fans. I think they are the best team in the world and just have a little differences with Manchester United. But, this is the final and I can only tell you that there will be the winner. "