What a match! Its was worth waking up at 3.45a.m. to watch the match on thursday morning! I have no regrets! 4-0, 7-2 on aggregate! The win was expected, but he score line was unexoected! 4-0 against the second most successful club in Europe, what an achievement! I think now everyone can truly say that Manchester United are one of the favourites to win the Champions League.
Once the whistle was blown, the red devils immediately took charge. They started "bombarding" the Italian team with shots. Finally, the captain Gary Neville whipped in an inch perfect cross, and who was there to meet it? Wayne Rooney! What a header, his heading has definitely improved by leaps and bounds, 8 consecutive goals using his head. 1-0.
Second half, United was on a classic counter attack. Thanks to Nani's awareness, he spotted Rooney making a run for the box, without hesitation, he used his outside foot and played a pass to Rooney. Rooney calmly slotted it pass Abiati. 2-0. United were cruising.
The third goal was scored by the extremely hard-working Korean, Park Ji-sung. A through pass into the box, Park was able to meet it and without hesitation was went for the shot. It went into the bottom corner, no chance for Abiati. 3-0. All hope was lost for Milan, but they continued to press on to get the elusive consolation goal to avoid embarrassment.
2 minutes from time, Milan were dealt with another goal. After a corner, the ball was out of the penalty box, Rafael, the substitute for Neville, saw Darren Fletcher's Run into the box. None of the AC Milan players were able to spot his run. Rafael whipped in a inch perfect cross, much better than Neville's, and Darren Fletcher bravely went in and headed it past the goalkeeper for his first ever Champions League goal. Rafael, proving once again that he has the potential to become one of the worlds best reight backs.
What a night for United, what a disappointing return for David Beckham. He was unable to start the game, but came on as a substitute with immediate effect. He started creating chances, with his trademark crosses. He also threatened to score with a beautifully struck volley. Such a pity that Beckham was unable to stay at Old Trafford, we really miss his crosses.
United are through to the quarter-finals, but we must hope that we would face not face a tough opponent, ideally, i think we should face Lyon. Although Lyon were able to knock Real Madrid(the Champions League Final would be held at thier stadium) out of the competition, i feel they're just not good enough to knock the Premier League Champions out. Hopefully, we not meet any English teams or Barcelona if we want to make the Champions League Final three times in three years.
Come on Red Devils! All the way!
Friday, March 12, 2010
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Who should get the final champions league spot?
Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, Manchester City and Liverpool. These four clubs are going all out to grab the final Champions League spot. Who is good enough to get it?
In my opinion, Aston Villa should be the club to break into the top four. They are a side with character and depth. They're team is mainly made uo of English men. They're truly a team from England. Martin O'niell has done a great job, Aston Villa has turned into a formidable team. They have already played and lost the Carling Cuo Final and now are in contention to reach the FA Cup Final. I feel that Aston Villa should get something out of this season, be it a trophy or a chance to play in Europe. They are the team that i feel that should play in the Champions League.
Liverpool, they are no longer the team they used to be. They are now just lacking in something. I just feel that the whole club, including the players, manager and the fans are just too reliant on Steven Gerrard. Soccer is a team game, you can't just rely on one player to win the game. I think this is the reason why Liverpool are just not up to par this season.
Manchester City, the second richest club in the world. Money can't give you what ever you want. City is a team who just buy the top players in the world to help you win titles. You have to groom young players, not just buy the top players in the world. That is what i feel every club in the world should do.
Tottenham, they're just not good enough to play in the Champions League. That is just my opinion. They don't have what it takes to go far in the Champions League.
My predictions: 4th place: Aston Villa, 5th place: Liverpool, 6th place: Manchester City, 7th place: Tottenham Hotspur.
All the way Aston Villa!
In my opinion, Aston Villa should be the club to break into the top four. They are a side with character and depth. They're team is mainly made uo of English men. They're truly a team from England. Martin O'niell has done a great job, Aston Villa has turned into a formidable team. They have already played and lost the Carling Cuo Final and now are in contention to reach the FA Cup Final. I feel that Aston Villa should get something out of this season, be it a trophy or a chance to play in Europe. They are the team that i feel that should play in the Champions League.
Liverpool, they are no longer the team they used to be. They are now just lacking in something. I just feel that the whole club, including the players, manager and the fans are just too reliant on Steven Gerrard. Soccer is a team game, you can't just rely on one player to win the game. I think this is the reason why Liverpool are just not up to par this season.
Manchester City, the second richest club in the world. Money can't give you what ever you want. City is a team who just buy the top players in the world to help you win titles. You have to groom young players, not just buy the top players in the world. That is what i feel every club in the world should do.
Tottenham, they're just not good enough to play in the Champions League. That is just my opinion. They don't have what it takes to go far in the Champions League.
My predictions: 4th place: Aston Villa, 5th place: Liverpool, 6th place: Manchester City, 7th place: Tottenham Hotspur.
All the way Aston Villa!
Manchester United vs AC Milan
We're back at Old Trafford for the round of 16. AC Milan, the second most successful team in the Europe. But they are no longer the team they used to be.
AC Milan's team is aging, they're no longer the major powerhouses of Europe. The best clubs in the world are from England and Spain. They may not be the force they used to be, but they are definitely not a team to be underestimated. Ronaldinho seemed to have found the magic he once had when he was in Barcelona. He is definitely one of the men to watch on Thursday morning.
United have a 3-2 lead to bring back to Old Trafford. Those three crucial away goals may be the key to advance into the next round. Rooney would be fit to play against AC Milan, he would be the main figure in this match. The back four of the Italians must really try their best to contain him. If you just give him an inch of space, he would just tear you apart.
David Beckham, the guy everyone loved when he was at Man United. Finally, he is able to play against his old club after leaving the club for seven years. He would definitely savour this opportunity to play against his former club as his days as a player are numbered. He definitely would like to return to Old Trafford with a win.
I feel that United would be able to see this game through as they are playing at home. They have the higher ground. They're players are younger and quicker than the Italians. United must not afford to make any mistakes or else they are out of the competition. My predictions: 2-1 to United, Rooney scoring both of the goals and Pato scoring for Milan. I would try my best to watch the game as it is being played early in the morning.
ALL THE WAY RED DEVILS!
AC Milan's team is aging, they're no longer the major powerhouses of Europe. The best clubs in the world are from England and Spain. They may not be the force they used to be, but they are definitely not a team to be underestimated. Ronaldinho seemed to have found the magic he once had when he was in Barcelona. He is definitely one of the men to watch on Thursday morning.
United have a 3-2 lead to bring back to Old Trafford. Those three crucial away goals may be the key to advance into the next round. Rooney would be fit to play against AC Milan, he would be the main figure in this match. The back four of the Italians must really try their best to contain him. If you just give him an inch of space, he would just tear you apart.
David Beckham, the guy everyone loved when he was at Man United. Finally, he is able to play against his old club after leaving the club for seven years. He would definitely savour this opportunity to play against his former club as his days as a player are numbered. He definitely would like to return to Old Trafford with a win.
I feel that United would be able to see this game through as they are playing at home. They have the higher ground. They're players are younger and quicker than the Italians. United must not afford to make any mistakes or else they are out of the competition. My predictions: 2-1 to United, Rooney scoring both of the goals and Pato scoring for Milan. I would try my best to watch the game as it is being played early in the morning.
ALL THE WAY RED DEVILS!
Monday, March 1, 2010
Habitat of a mocking bird.
Habitat of mockingbirds
Mockingbirds typically inhabit dense, low shrubs and areas with open ground. Throughout their range, they are common in suburban areas and parks with short grass. They avoid the forest interior, but can often be found at forest edges.
Mockingbird can also be found in areas with open ground and with shrubby vegetation like hedges, fruiting bushes, and thickets. When foraging on the ground, it prefers grassy areas, rather than bare spots. Mockingbirds mainly eat insects, beetles and worms and sometimes lizards.
Flora and Fauna in MayComb
I think Maycomb's residents have grassy lawns which mockingbirds like foraging. Maycomb's residents may plant shrubs like the Glossy Abelia, Fountain Butterfly Bush and Japonica. Maycomb may also have many shrubby vegetation along the sidewalks. These are good places for mockingbrids to nest in. There are abundant insects in the habitat like Maycomb, hence there is a abundant source of food for the mocking bird.
Mockingbirds typically inhabit dense, low shrubs and areas with open ground. Throughout their range, they are common in suburban areas and parks with short grass. They avoid the forest interior, but can often be found at forest edges.
Mockingbird can also be found in areas with open ground and with shrubby vegetation like hedges, fruiting bushes, and thickets. When foraging on the ground, it prefers grassy areas, rather than bare spots. Mockingbirds mainly eat insects, beetles and worms and sometimes lizards.
Flora and Fauna in MayComb
I think Maycomb's residents have grassy lawns which mockingbirds like foraging. Maycomb's residents may plant shrubs like the Glossy Abelia, Fountain Butterfly Bush and Japonica. Maycomb may also have many shrubby vegetation along the sidewalks. These are good places for mockingbrids to nest in. There are abundant insects in the habitat like Maycomb, hence there is a abundant source of food for the mocking bird.
Diary of Scout Finch
Dear Diary,
Today, i have realized what a scary society i am living in. Adults in maycomb are prejudice people. They cannot differentiate between the guilty and the innocent. Even i, a nine year old girl, know that Tom Robinson should be acquitted. What is wrong with the adults of Maycomb? I was devasted when Judge Taylor was polling the jury. The answer is as plain as black and white. Tom Robinson is innocent! Bob Ewell was the one who assualted Mayella and she tempted Tom Robinson! How could they put a a man, who has not committed no crime what so ever into jail? This is just so very wrong!
Would the jury have a clear conscience for the rest of their life? I doubt so. What is wrong with Maycomb, the society, our country? Did they sent him to jail just because he was black?! This is wrong, just very wrong! How could they just judge a person by his skin colour?
I am devastated diary, just so devastated. I am very sorry for Tom Robinson. I hope one day, skin colour does not matter.
Yours faithfully,
Scout
Today, i have realized what a scary society i am living in. Adults in maycomb are prejudice people. They cannot differentiate between the guilty and the innocent. Even i, a nine year old girl, know that Tom Robinson should be acquitted. What is wrong with the adults of Maycomb? I was devasted when Judge Taylor was polling the jury. The answer is as plain as black and white. Tom Robinson is innocent! Bob Ewell was the one who assualted Mayella and she tempted Tom Robinson! How could they put a a man, who has not committed no crime what so ever into jail? This is just so very wrong!
Would the jury have a clear conscience for the rest of their life? I doubt so. What is wrong with Maycomb, the society, our country? Did they sent him to jail just because he was black?! This is wrong, just very wrong! How could they just judge a person by his skin colour?
I am devastated diary, just so devastated. I am very sorry for Tom Robinson. I hope one day, skin colour does not matter.
Yours faithfully,
Scout
Multiple Intelligence test.
This multiple intelligence test has helped my alot. I have found out what what places i am strong in and what places i am weak in. I just found out i am interpersonal and intrapersonal. I did not expect this result. But i am highest in naturalistic. This was also a big suprise as i am definitely not a tree hugger. In the future, I would know that i cannot learn as well doing hands on activities. I would try to maximise my learning by doing things that is related to nature. I can try to improve my logical thinking by doing more math puzzles. Hence i feel the nultiple intelligence test has made me realise my good and bad points in learning.
Carling Cup Final
Glory Glory Man United! Another silverware to add to our trophy cabinet!
What a wonderful final to watch! Full of action! Who says cup finals are boring?
Overall United played better than Aston Villa.
I almost died of a heart-attack when the refree pointed to the spot. A great pass from Ashley Young to Agbonlahor. Agbonlahor's pace was too much for Vidic to handle. It was unnecessary for Vidic to pull Agbonlahor's shirt and bring him down in the penalty box. Vidic was lucky to escape without getting a card, he was the last man, he should have been sent off. James Milner stepped up, and slotted the ball into the bottom right corner beautifully, sending Kuszczak the wrong way. 1-0 Aston Villa.
Aston controlled the game for the first ten minutes of the first half. Then, the goal United crave finally came. Berbatov tackled Richard Dunne and sprinted into the box. Dunne, trying to make up for his mistake, did a terrific slide tackle to prevent Berbatov from scoring. Unfortunately, the ball rolled into the path of Owen, who half-volleyed the ball into the bottom left corner. This goal was a message to Fabio Capello. One all. Game on.
the 39th minute, Owen chased a lofted pass by Berbatov into the penalty box. Suddenly Owen just slowed down. He had strained his hamstring while chasing for the ball. This was a devastating blow to Owen, who wanted to impress Capello who was watching in the stands. This may be the reason why Capello is refusing to put Owen into the team, he gets injured way too easily. Off went Owen, on came Rooney. This was a blow to Aston Villa, as Rooney was in the form of his life.
In the second half Rooney finally struck. Berbatov exchanged neat one-twos with Valencia, who then whipped in a inch perfect cross to Rooney who headed in beautifully into the net. 2-1. United tried their best to hold on to their one goal advantage. I had a few scares when Aston Villa kept attacking the Red Devil's goal.
Beep, beep! United succesfully defended the Carling Cup for the first time in their history! The first trophy of the season has gone to old Trafford. Hopefully the Barclays Premier League and the Champions league would follow suit. All the way Manchester United!
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