Ferdinand in Clear over Challenge

The FA will take no further action against United after 

seven of their players picked up bookings 

on Sunday's 1 - 1 draw at Chelsea.  

United were already expecting an automatic 25,000 pound of fine for more than six cautions, but Referee Mike Riley raised no more concerns in his reports. 

Riley did not take issue with Rio Ferdinand's challenge on Didier Drogba in the final second of the match.

And there was no mention of any incidents following the final whistle. Some United players, had reacted aggressively at full-time, but Riley's report makes clear he was happy with his handing of the game.

The incident was the last of the match - Riley blew the whistle for full-time after the pair collided in the air.

The incident is now in the hands of the police. 

Source: BBC Sports.

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Chelsea 1 - 1 United

Barclays Premier League

Sunday 21, September 2008

Stamford Bridge 

Chelsea 1 (Kalou) 

United 1 (Park)

Kalou's late equaliser let Chelsea follows unbeaten in home and win a point against United.

Ji-Sung Park scored his goal to put United ahead 1 - 0 in the 18th minute, after Petr Cech fumbled Berbatov's shot.

Edwin Van der Sar left the game for injury in the first half, allowing Tomaz Kuszczak could make his debut in the Premier League. 

Sir Alex opted to leave Ronaldo on the bench, where he was joined by Carlos Tevez, as Berbatov and Rooney were paired up front. 

Van der Sar had a knee injury after an  accidental clash with Florent Malouda. Then, He was limped off  and replaced by Tomaz Kuszczak after 31th minutes following another fumble. 

Rooney was booked for a crude lunge at Ashley Cole, and the punishment was doubled when Kalou headed Mikel's obi free-kick beyond a static Kuszczak. And later, it took a desesperate block from Gary Neville to deny Kalou, deflecting his shot over the top as United hung on for a point. 

United line-up:

Van der Sar (Kuszczak 32), Evra, Ferdinand, Evans, Neville, Hargreaves, Scholes (Ronaldo 55), Park (O'Shea 75), Fletcher, Berbatov, Rooney.

Subs not used: Giggs, Tevez, Brown, Nani.

Goal: Park (18th minute)

Booked: Scholes, Ferdinand, Neville, Berbatov, Rooney, Evra, Ronaldo.   

Attendance: 41,760

Ref: Mike Riley

Man of the Match: Ji-Sung Park

Source: BBC Sports

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Preview: United v Chelsea

Cristiano Ronaldo and Dimitar Berbatov could start up front for United's first team against Chelsea on Sunday. 

Berba has recovery from a knee injury, while Ronaldo made his comeback against Villarreal last Wednesday in the 1st match of the UCL 2008/2009.

Alex Ferguson has revealed that Cristiano is desesperate to play against The Blues on Sunday.

"Cristiano is nibbling in my ear all the time. He is bursting to play," said The Scot

The United boss also said that Ronaldo has made a good recovery and trained very well.

Jonny Evans could be in the team, because of  his good play v Villarreal on Wednesday.

Nemanja Vidic won't play with United because he was suspended with a red card on last weekend.

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Ref: Mike Riley

Venue: Stamford Bridge

Date: Sunday, 21 September

Kick-off: 14:00 BST

Source: BBC Sports

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Fergie believes that goals will come soon

Sir. Alex Ferguson is convinced that the goals for United will start to flow very soon. 

Ferguson claims it will not be long before United are hitting the net on a regular basis again.

"We will improve from now." He said

 "We're a bit short but the games will bring us on. It was the same the last season, It wasn't until we got a victory over Sunderland that we really got on the road. We have a little bit to go yet, but once the sharpness of play comes I am sure the goals will come as well." He added

Alex Ferguson was happy with the performance of Jonny Evans and Carlos Tevez in the last game with Villarreal. 

However, the best moment was the early return of Cristiano Ronaldo after a good recovery of his ankle surgery. 

"I hope Cristiano to get a perfect reception," said the United boss

He knows that the supporters trust on him, because of he had given them great moment and fantastic goals.

This Sunday 21 September, Ronaldo won't be with the squad who plays against Chelsea. Because he spent the last two months on the sidelines. 

Finally, Sir. Alex referred to Bebatov, if he can play or not against The Blues. 

"Dimitar Berbatov has a chance for Sunday but it is too early to say something about it," said AF. 

Source: Manchester evening news.

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United 0 - 0 Villarreal

Cristiano Ronaldo came back in his first 30's minutes of the season. He did a good game and he got some chances for score a goal. 

United dominated in the first-half without ever hitting top gear against an efficient Villarreal. 

At only seven minutes, Rio ferdinand wasted an opportunity to put United ahead, but he was surprised when Owen Hargreaves' corner arrives at his feet and he miscued his efforts off target.

Villarreal keeper Diego Lopez looked uncertain, and he was called into action to save efforts from Nani and Carlos Tevez. 

United deserved a clear penalty before the interval when Ji-Sung Park was tumbled by Joan Capdevilla, but German Referee Wolfgang Stark waved away the appeals. 

United pressed until the end, but Villarreal held on to frustate the holders. 

Sir. Alex Ferguson said: "Ronaldo has had a turbulent summer and a lot has been said about it, but when I had my meeting in June in Portugal with him that was over. He dedicated himself to getting fit for the club. The Crowd's reception was important for Cristiano."

United line-up:

Van der Sar, Neville, Ferdinand, Evans, Evra, Nani, Hargreaves (Anderson 62), Fletcher, Park (Ronaldo 62), Rooney, Tevez (Giggs 81). 

Subs not used: Foster, Brown, Vidic, O'Shea. 

Booked: Tevez

Attendance: 74,944

Ref: Wolfgang Stark (Germany)

Man of the Match: Ji-Sung Park  

Source: BBC News

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United is ready for Villarreal

Winger Cristiano Ronaldo will start on the substitutes bench for United's opening match against Villarreal at Old Trafford. 

Ronaldo, who was sidelined for two month after undergoing an ankle operation in July, was expected to be out until October. 

Michael Carrick and Dimitar berbatov is out, while Paul Scholes is suspended. 

"He's a magnificent player, he will certainly be involved but it is more likely he will start on the bench. He has been one of the best patients I have ever seen. He has shown a real desire to get back playing for us," Said Sir. Alex

If Berbatov not playing this Wednesday, United should have Angolan forward Manucho available. 

United line-up v Villarreal:

Van der Sar, Kuszczak, Foster, Brown, Neville, R da Silva, F da Silva, Ferdinand, Vidic, Evans, O'Shea, Evra, Ronaldo, Nani, Anderson, Hargreaves, Possebon, Fletcher, Park, Giggs, Tevez, Rooney, Berbatov, Manucho, Welbeck. 

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Carrick out for up to six weeks

Michael Carrick will be out for up to six weeks after it was revealed he has broken bone in his foot. 

 The 28-year-old suffered a injury in a tackle by Benayoun in the first-half of Saturday's 2-1 loss to Liverpool and left Anfield on crutches.

"It's not turned out well for us," Said Sir. Alex Ferguson

"He has a small crack in his foot which was diagnosed on Sunday afternoon. It isn't good news," added the United boss

Carrick's latest injury will also rule him out of  England's next two qualifiers against Kazakztan and Belarus next month. 

He will miss United's opening UCL game against Villarreal on Wednesday, their second against Aalborg on 30 September and possibly their third against Celtic on 21 October.

Source: BBC News   

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