Manchester United are lucky to walk away with anything from the bridge, thanks in no small part to the antics of Mike Riley… It would be the understatement of the year to say I am happy with the result, Chelsea played better for the last hour of the game and deserved at least a couple more goals… Dubious penalty claim aside, how can United just get the 7 yellow cards (yes, all in a single game–they WILL get a £25,000 fine for it)? Even in basketball has greater “player control” with its liberal 5 “fouls & out” system. And the final whistle blown before the free kick awarded can be taken really confused everyone on the pitch… But the important thing is to follow Fergie’s instructions and protect Ronaldo–he should get the benefit of the doubt and the decision because he is so special–even when it’s clear to everyone he is diving…

Anyway, we all know which Manchester team will be the one to contend the title with soon…