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Debate: Are Manchester City Title Contenders?

By Jigar Shah

When Harry Redknapp mentioned few weeks ago that “City will threaten everyone”, and they have the arsenal to be genuine title contenders, the world when gaga over the Sky Blues. It might be a bold statement but have a look at their start, out of 8 games played; they have won 5, lost 1 and drawn 2 times. They are currently fifth on the premier league standings, with one game in hand.

Mark Hughes is a very happy man, to see his team winning the few battles; most notable one was against Arsenal and that too in style. There were questions, whether Mark Hughes has the key to unlock the roadblocks and whether Manchester City will emerge as a powerful team, which can pose a serious threat for Premier League title 2009-10. However, after few weeks into the premier league 2009-2010, many experts and football pundits would surely reassess their predictions.

The citizens had the busiest summer in their history, spending over £150million in strengthening their squad. The ambitious dream of the owner Sheikh Mansour has made the Sky Blues to spend heavily in building their squad and have made solid acquisitions like Emmanuel Adebayor (£25 million), Carlos Tevez (£47 million) Roque Santa Cruz (£17.5 million), Joleon Lescott (£24 million), Kolo Toure (£16 million) and Gareth Barry (£12 million).

The Sparky has done two things right in early part of the season. The primary battle was to have a successful transfer market, and he has cleared the test with flying colors. The Sky Blues managed to acquire their potential targets (excluding the audacious Kaka deal or linking with host of other players like Samuel Eto or Thierry Henry and many more) and now Mark Hughes has a strong, experienced, balanced squad to bank on. The Second battle was to start the premier league season on a high note, and they have done it successfully with four wins out of four games. From here on the onus is on the Sky Blues to show consistency and win vital battles against fewer competitive teams, if they are to challenge the premier league title.

The club has a huge squad with quality and depth, which will help them to conquer crucial battles. The Sky Blues have quality defenders like Joleon Lescott, Kolo Toure or midfielders like Stephen Ireland, Vincent Kompany, Nigel de Jong, Gareth Barry or forwards like Robinho, Carlos Tevez and Emmanuel Adebayor are all experienced and capable of winning challenges, that lies ahead for Manchester City. It will be interesting to see how they perform the first half of the season, and if they are placed second or third on the premier league table until December, then you know Sheiks are ready to infuse more millions into the squad.

The next test comes at this weekend when they will face a stern competition against their Fulham at Craven cottage in London. The Sky blues will hope to shrug off their last draw against Wigan Athletic and hope to get a victory against Roy Hogson side. The ‘Sparky’ will be looking to end their patchy league form, winning just one in their last four league matches and hoping to secure a fourth spot.

It’s a know fact that a lot is expected out of the wealthiest football club in the world. The Citizen’s fans are excited and have huge expectations from the club to win silverware this season. It might be too early to predict but the Welshman has surely passed the first road block (to have a great start), and now it is certain that they will definitely play a decisive role in the premier league title.

What do you think Are Manchester City a genuine title contender or closest title challengers to Chelsea along with Manchester United and Arsenal? Share your thoughts

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Weekend Special: Premier League Predictions

By Football Editorials

Here are some notable Predictions from Football Editorials (FE) desk:

Liverpool V Manchester United

We predicted in our earlier editorials that this week it can either be a blessing in disguise or double whammy for Rafael Benetiz, and it looks to be a double whammy for the Spaniard. Tough times for the Reds and the Anfield faithful is still asking questions : Can Liverpool overcome Manchester United on Sunday?

Liverpool was defeated by Lyon during the mid-week in a UEFA champion's league encounter at Anfield, and now it appears that Benitez will have a painful exercise in selecting his squad ahead of Sunday's action. The official squad is not yet declared, but we confirm that Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres are not avaliable for the game due to their injury concerns.

In contrast, for Manchester Untied the only worry will be the unavailability of Wayne Rooney, who picked up a calf injury playing for England and has not yet recovered from the injury.

Liverpool is currently 8th on the premier league table while Manchester United is currently holding the top position. This will be one of the most interesting clashes, so far in the premier league, and it will be an epic war at both ends. The war is structured at the time when Liverpool supporters plan a protest against their American owners.

Surely, it won't be easy for Manchester United, to play their usual game because Liverpool will have their 12th man on the pitch and that will be their superb supporters. The Red Devils should expect nothing less than a hostile and emotional reception from Liverpool supporters.

FE expects Liverpool to bounce back after their fourth straight loss and expects Liverpool to get  atleast point from Sunday's fixture.

FE Desk: 1-1 (Moderate Prediction)

West Ham United V Arsenal

Arsenal has 27 premier league goals, just after eight games, a record, which will make Arsene Wenger happy on his 60th Birthday. The Professor has won last two games at the Upton Park and this time he will expect young gunners to fire.

Arsenal will be without Theo Walcott, but it is expected that the French tactician will put up a strong line-up against West Ham United. Players like Andrei Arshavin, Cecs Fabregas, Robin Van Persie and Tomas Rosicky are all available for the Sunday's game.

In contrast, West Ham manager Gianfranco Zola will be without Dean Ashton and Luis Boa Morte due to injury concerns and Scott Parker missing due to suspension.  The Italian manager is under pressure to get West Ham from the relegation zone, who are currently 19th on the premier league table, with just five points from 8 league games.

The Hammers will be looking forward to bouncing back from their defeat, but Arsenal will be a strong force to reckon with. Will the Hammers be able to revive their season, who are up against in-form Arsenal team? It looks unlikely and FE expects the Gunners to trash West Ham United in a London Derby match.

FE Desk: 1-3 (Aggresive Prediction)

Chelsea V Blackburn Rovers

'I want to get over last weekend Blues' Boys get me a result' Carlos Ancelotti - Is that lingering on your mind Mr. Bond. Well please don't worry as your men thrashed Atletico Madrid by 4-0 and that's some way to bounce back after a sloppy defeat against Aston Villa last weekend.

Another good news for Chelsea's fans, Didier Drogba will be available for Saturday's clash against Rovers. This will be a great opportunity for Chelsea to top the premier league table, at least for a day, before Manchester United plays their game against Liverpool on Sunday.

Blackburn will be without Di Santo, who scored his first Blackburn goal last weekend, due to a clause in his loan, which prevents him from playing against the parent club Chelsea.
 
It will be difficult for Sam Allardyce to ensure that his team repeats, last week performance and FE expects Chelsea's a thumping victory.
 
FE Desk: 3-0 (Aggresive Prediction)

So sit back and Enjoy with your Popcorn!!!

Birthday' Boy : Arsene Wenger - Wish Him All The Success!!!

By Football Editorial

'Fly ArseneWenger', we wish Arsene Wenger a very Happy 60th Birthday and just like he was given a standing ovation  by the Arsenal shareholders, we salute the Professor for his time and success at Arsenal and hope there is a silverware at the end of the season for the Gunners.

We ask all our fans to wish the Frenchman on his 60th Birthday.