It has been some times since the blog being updated but the world of football keeps going and indeed, a shocking news are seen everywhere in Europe. Definitely a season that is full of excitement.
Just as The Red Devils seem to be on fire, Portsmouth cause an upset for Sir Alex's boys and they make it even more difficult for United to take it as Manchester United were force to play without a goalkeeper after substitute, Tomasz Kuszczak were sent off.

oh, out you go...what a RED CARD for United...

A penalty kick that sent United out of the FA Cup is a drama indeed especially after the Devils just demolished the Gunners with 4 goals to nil. And although United dominate the game, it proved that only goals will separate the best and it is not just about possession.
While the news might be upsetting for United fans as the dream treble went into ash, United's rival, Chelsea also suffered a shock defeat to Barnsley....both giants were out of the FA Cup with just a goal.

football is not always about MONEY....Barnsley score the only goal against Chelsea.

It seems that even the best will have to bear with such minor mistakes in their season, which might just be the reason for them to be empty handed at the end of the season. Let us remember how Arsene Wenger has to bear with that for the whole of last season.
Talking about Wenger, it is even more dramatic. Gunners who were highly criticized for their failure to perform just when it matters overturn and shut the critics' mouth, with a 2 goal victory over the defending European Champions, AC Milan at the legendary San Siro stadium. A perfect night for the Gunners as they need to fight back into form after a humiliating defeat to rivals United in the FA Cup.
As for Kevin Keegan, it is really a tough job for him this time around. The Reds who were in tremendous form make it 3 - 0 and it seems that Newcastle has lost that winning touch. Not even Michael Owen could do anything to stop his former club from making it worse for the Magpies.
Well, not only is drama happening with the English clubs, the La Liga leader at the moment, Real Madrid were beaten on aggregate with 4 -2 against AS Roma. And while the 9 times European champions can blame it on the absence of their key striker, Ruud van Nistelrooy, it is only proving that they're lack of attacking options.
Not even the statistics could justify the defeat. Their defeat is simply because they're not as hungry, not as good as, not as united as AS Roma. The Italians were excellent in every way and their performance make the defeat by both the Milans not as painful to take for the Azzuris.
Back in England, Arsenal is ready to face Wigan who definitely give them a good fight and might just bring them back to Earth after a historic victory over the Milans. While the Gunners might be full of confident and enthusiasm to make it even more challenging for the Red Devils after their defeat in the FA Cup as well, soccer has never been predictable.
Let us just sit back and enjoy this beautiful game....90 minutes, that's how long it is before the results are confirmed.


Pictures: credited to soccernet.