Can Chelsea overtake Manchester United this season?

Well, my grandfather was a black Briton who migrated from Birmingham circa 1930 to settle here in Zambia. He was a staunch supporter of Man Utd as I grew up in the 70's and 80's. I'm turning 38 this year, but it was during those childhood days when our local tv would show the "Big League Soccer" show and I would see it with granpa, and sided with him, because my father always supported Liverpool, though he too loved Man Utd. So, from about 8 years old or thereabout, I've never looked back, so to speak. I just love Man Utd. I relish a chance to watch them in my adulthood. I think I will do pretty soon, of course I'd have to "bribe" my wife for such an expense!!!

Thanks for answering my question, so you used to watch Coppell as well? Its funny because I was a Man U fan years ago to go against my sister who was a Liverpool fan. I love the rivalry in football. I hope one day you can bribe your wife and see a game. It's a fantastic experience. Good luck!!!

Yeah, I'd need a good saving for travel and lodging costs, which I think I can manage. But trouble would be to convince my wife. My "Plan B" is actually for me to save more and tell my wife that we visit my aunt (Dad's youngest sister and only survivng sibling) who retained her British citizenship in 1984 and lives up in Newcastle. Perhaps while on such a visit, I could excuse myself from them and dash down to Old Trafford! lol

So far, I'm impressed by Man Utd's determination and style of play this season. I agree it is a real tight season. Quite xciting, but it's a pity the whole season has been reduced to a 2-horse race between Chelsea and Man Utd. Go Man Utd! I love the lads!!!

Jose says he is very happy with his boys' 1-1 draw against Aston Villa on 2 Jan!

It certainly will be. Man Utd are not relenting on this one. They are carrying the season. Fortunately for Man Utd, Chelsea is too desperate they have lost their game and frantically focussed on getting points without effort, and end up putting up dismal performances, such as the game against Reading.

Man Utd has whacked Reading! Way to go, Red Devils!!!

'whacked' is a bit over. The score was 3-2 and Fergie was criticising the leaky defence. If not for the Ronaldo's brilliance, they would have dropped points.

I agree with you, kabuki. I was disappointed more with the play of the Newcastle game at St. James Park than with the results. Out of curiosity, Kabuki, where r u @? I'm from Zambia, Lusaka in particular.