Sunday, September 20, 2009

Manchester United 4 Manchester City 3: match report

Michael Owen always wanted to win the Derby. For critics who felt the striker and racehorse owner dreamed only of Epsom, here was the ultimate in stinging, stylish ripostes. Football remains Owen’s obsession. Always a thoroughbred poacher of goals, Owen’s usefulness to Manchester United and England was thrillingly displayed here. Super-sub, super finish.

Cometh the 96th minute, cometh the man. As Mark Hughes screamed for the final whistle, as the Stretford End pleaded “attack, attack, attack’’ and Wayne Rooney hoisted another Garryowen into City’s box, Owen timed his run like a Nashwan or Mill Reef, galloping onto Ryan Giggs’ immaculate pass. Controlling the ball with outside of his right foot, Owen expertly threaded his shot past Shay Given. Welcome to Manchester.

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