Bolton vs Man Utd : Preview
November 24th, 2007 at 10:40 am , filed under Match Preview.Manchester United travel to the Reebok Stadium to play against Bolton later today. The Red Devils could miss the man Ryan Giggs calls their “extra dimension” in Carlos Tevez.
Tevez is facing a race against time to return from South America where he has been involved in two gruelling World Cup qualifiers with Argentina. Tevez admits he is exhausted after the double-header against Bolivia and Colombia despite being sent off after just 24 minutes of the latter clash.
With Rooney still sidelined, the absence of Tevez would leave Ferguson with just one fit striker in Louis Saha for the clash with Gary Megson’s men. Rooney is expected to back sooner than predicted, he will probably be involve in Fulham visit to Old Trafford on 3rd December.
Veteran Giggs believes Ferguson’s summer signings have improved the Old Trafford squad no end and is relishing the remainder of the season. Giggs told manutd.com: “When you come into training and you’re up against young, quality players it’s a test everyday. “There’s so much enthusiasm amongst the lads and it’s a great place to be at the moment. The new lads have all bedded in really well.
“They have all brought something new to the team. Nani with his spectacular goals and celebrations, while Anderson has shown what a top player he is. “We knew all about Owen’s qualities and he’s produced those every time he’s played and Carlos has brought that extra dimension to our attacking play.”
United have no fresh injury news prior to the Bolton game. Games will kick off 15:00 UK time at Reebok Stadium.
United probable line up: Van der Sar (G), Gerard Pique (D), Wes Brown (D), Rio Ferdinand (D), Patrice Evra (D), Owen Hagreaves (M) Oliviera Anderson (M), Cristiano Ronaldo (M), Luis Nani (M), Ryan Giggs (M), Louis Saha (F).
Venue: Reebok Stadium, 15.00 UK
Predict Score: Bolton 0 - 2 Manchester United
