round off - edited with interview with Sir Alex

to round off my 5 post for the day....here's the highlights from the newcastle vs man u match..look at the fans go wild..wish i was part of it man..



Article from Newcastle's Official website at http://www.nufc.premiumtv.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10278~949738,00.html

Sir Alex: Well Done Toon

MANCHESTER United boss Sir Alex Ferguson left St. James' Park with nothing but praise for Newcastle United after the New Year's Day encounter between the sides finished 2-2.

Leading through a James Milner rocket, the Magpies had to come from behind with a goal on his home debut by teenage defender David Edgar to ensure Paul Scholes' brace wasn't the matchwinning contribution.

Glenn Roeder was again without a dozen senior players for such a tough match, but his opposite number Fergie complimented the injury-hit Toon squad after a result many were not forecasting before the game.

The Red Devils missed a chance to open up a nine-point lead over Chelsea at the top of the Premiership table, and Sir Alex said: "I don't think we played as well as we have done in recent weeks simply because Newcastle didn't allow us to play," he added.

"They wanted to be first to every ball, showed determination and character. I've got nothing but praise for them.

"We missed a stack of chances but I have got to admire the spirit and determination of the Newcastle team.

"They deserved their point without question. When they put in that kind of effort they prove that it's not an easy place to come to now."

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nothing is more satisfying then making your opponent acknowledge your efforts..