Friday, August 21, 2009

Wigan v United - Time for United to bounce back


United received a shock result on the first week of the Premier League and it is time for the Champions to show their real strength when they travel away from home to Wigan. United are missing Ronaldo and it will be felt for some more time in their play. Robbie Blake's volley stunned the reigning champions on Wednesday night before Michael Carrick blew a chance to equalise by missing a penalty.

United boast a 100% record against Wigan having won all previous eight league meetings between the clubs. Wednesday's slip-up at Burnley was United's first defeat to a newly-promoted side in four years. For the last two seasons the champions have managed only one win in their opening four league matches and still gone on to win the title, but Ferguson will be keen to avoid a second slip-up in four days.

The Latics are also looking to rebound from a disappointing loss as they play at home for the second time in four days.New manager Roberto Martinez was blessed with the perfect start to his reign when his side defeated Aston Villa 2-0 on the opening day.But newly-promoted Wolves brought them back down to earth on Wednesday when Andy Keogh inspired Mick McCarthy's team to a 1-0 away win.

Nemanja Vidic looks set for his first Manchester United appearance of the season after overcoming a calf injury.Antonio Valencia is expected to start against his former club .
Wigan could name an unchanged line-up for the third game running.Charles N'Zogbia's fitness is rated at 50/50 but other than long-term absentee Olivier Kapo, Wigan have a clean bill of health.

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