Manchester United 2 Liverpool 1

The derby match of Manchester United and Liverpool has often been the one fixture eagerly awaited by both the Red Merseyside fans and the red half of Manchester. This is one match that has so much history associated with it, along with the various emotions of the fans and the players. Winning this derby gives the fans as much joy as winning the Premier League, and there is no better sight than seeing the fans go wild, celebrating after winning the match. The match at Old Trafford on 13th January, 2013, the first in 2013, was no different - with noisy supporters making it difficult for Liverpool to control the tempo of the match.

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The first half saw Manchester United completely dominate Liverpool, with Liverpool having almost no chances and David De Gea having to do absolutely nothing. It was Manchester United who drew first blood when Robin Van Persie scored in the "19th" minute (a great time to score against Liverpool) with a clinical finish, meeting the cross of Patrice Evra, who lashed the ball in the box. Again, Van Persie showed how important he has become to this Manchester United team, after making the finish look so simple. It was a difficult ball to control, and Van Persie correctly decided to go for it, and producing a brilliant finish, leaving no chance for Pepe Reina. The first half could have seen more goals from Manchester United, after Welback missed an opportunity to score, when he intercepted the pass between the two Liverpool defenders. However, Skertel was there to block his shot, and the chance went begging. In another instance, Van Persie's back flip shot was cleared off the line to clearance, otherwise, Manchester United would have finished the half with a deserved two goal lead. But it wasn't to be. The first half ended with Manchester United 1 Liverpool 0.

Manchester United 4 - Newcastle United - 3

They say its in the spirit of Manchester United to score late goals and make stunning comebacks to win matches and leagues like no other team in this world. The Boxing Day match against Newcastle, was one such match in which, United proved that coming back from losing positions to winning positions is in the fabric of the team and not just a matter of luck.

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The United players were certainly not at their best in the match against Newcastle, who displayed a terrific performance at Old Trafford. On a rain-sodded pitch, Newcastle United took advantage of the lazy and immature defending of the United back four. But, they had to go back without even a point after succumbing to the pressure after an improved performance by United in the second half.

The match started with a shock goal from James Perch on the fourth minute, who was at the right place and at the right time to pounce on the ball parried off by David De Gea for a simple tap in. Manchester United levelled through Jonny Evans, who again gave the lead back to Newcastle after scoring an unfortunate own goal. The own goal was first disallowed for offside, however, referee Mike Dean over-ruled the decision of the linesman and allowed the goal.

Living Legend - Sir Alex Ferguson

Sir Alex Ferguson is the most successful manager in British football history – winning more than 30 trophies during his time in charge of the Reds. Yet despite more than two decades at the United helm he remains focused on increasing that tally, bringing yet more silverware to Old Trafford.
The Reds boss enjoyed a playing career north of the border that saw him take in spells with Queen's Park, St Johnstone, Dunfermline, Glasgow Rangers, Falkirk and Ayr United. But it is not for his playing of the game that Sir Alex was to become a success.

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Following a spell out of the game he moved into coaching, taking up the role of manager of East Stirlingshire, St Mirren then Aberdeen. It was his time at Pittodrie where he earned his reputation as a top coach. He broke the Glasgow dominance of Scottish football to lead Aberdeen to three Scottish titles, four Scottish cups, one League Cup and one European Cup Winners’ Cup.