Talking of psychology, why do United always freeze v in-form big teams in Europe: Barca and Real, for example. And why can Moyes change this?
Decent game for a friendly. Lots of positives for Chelsea, for example Moses managed to keep Marcelo quiet. All good goals. A sublime freekick, not as far across as it could be but dipped wickedly at the last moment as top spin went wild, even so Cech touched it. Madrid obviously a tighter knit squad at this moment and Ancelotti will go about making sure it uses it's potential. They flew out of the gates, Chelsea weren't slow but more measured. In competition I'd think both first teams would be well matched. Disappointed by us not winning, but not disheartened or worried by any future match up with R.Mad.
Msg 20: District, Cahill looked a weak link. Physical, but uncultured in his play, positioned too far forward mostly as even though he isn't slow he got burned one on one far too many times. He started to throw his weight around, which worries me as forwards tend to roll a lot.
I'm no Ronaldo fan (actually I find most players the sort I wouldn't ever actually want to meet and that includes some from Chelsea), but the way he handled the fan who invaded the pitch was impressive, mature and a bit brave not knowing what the guy's intent was initially. We're used to seeing pitch invaders chased and tackled from the get go. I'm sure Ivanovic was impressed too as he said something appreciative to Ronny afterwards.
you lot gonna replace john terry? tbh I can see him being sold after having an affair with mourinhos wife mid season
