Let's hope this return semi doesn't disappoint like the first. It's hard to believe two such attacking teams won't put on a better show. I still fancy Barca, just. ManU have looked a touch nervy recently and have a poor record defending a 0-0 in the Champions League. Vidic is crucial for the home side, not just due to his defending, but it means Hargreaves can play as a defensive midfielder. But the onus is on United to attack, which could open things up for Messi and co. One goal for Barca and United are in trouble. Deco's return is a massive boon; not only does he keep the ball moving but he enables Barca to play 10 yards further upfield. Yaya Toure looks top draw. Didn't he have a trial at Arsenal?
Sir Alex Ferguson predicts an open match in Tuesday's second leg as Barcelona pledge to stick by attacking instincts. Martin Samuel's opinion:
United seek edge in style battleThe Nou Camp has a new local hero in Bojan Krkic, a 17-year-old striker many fans feel should play tonight
Bojan Krkic: beware the Barça-boy made goodThe Tactic Twins are looking to outdo each other again. David takes the easy road by simply assessing the
key battles. Don, probably embarrassed by his shody work over the weekend, has put a bit of effort in.
Here's his opinion. Alan Hanson tries to get in on the act, but who wants to read
the thinking of a miserable Jock?
Sid Lowe, usually writing for The Guardian, pops up at The Telegraph with a piece on the good old boys at Barca
Barcelona aim for final encore against Man UtdFrank Rijkaard has said that Cristiano Ronaldo would be blamed if Manchester United lose
Rijkaard tries to rattle Ronaldo
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