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Today match will feature two of English football’s winners as the Gladiator and General partnership blossoms into a new rivalry in Barclays Premier League.

Roy Keane, former Manchester United skipper & legend will lead Sunderland into battle against his old club with opposite number Sir Alex Ferguson determined not to allow the young pretender to dethrone him just yet.

This will be the second time this two men will be in opposite dug-outs for the second time since Keane launched his managerial career with Ferguson having got the better of him at Old Trafford in September when Louis Saha’s 71st minute strike secured victory by the narrowest margins.

Ferguson - Keane combo ruled the roost in English football for more than a decade with Keane as leader on the pitch; the 36-year-old won seven Premier League titles, four FA Cup and only missed out on a Champions League winners’ medal through suspension.

Expect nothing but a tight match, as Roy Keane’s side had prove quite stubborn at the Stadium of Light. United were no where near their fluent best against Everton, only Ronaldo penalty kick in the dying minute save United the 3 points to keep pace with leader Arsenal.

Sunderland were very unfortunate for the last couple of games, losing out on the late misfortune and some controversial decision by referee. Currently Keane’s side sit in the relegation zone.

Meanwhile, United will be pushing for 3 points to stay right behind Arsenal heels who sit top of the table with 1 point advantage

Ferguson should have Ferdinand and Hargreaves back for the match as he will keep the squad fresh by rotating players for the festive test. Van der Sar is definitely out for the next two or three games with a groin injury. “We will have a different team for the Sunderland match,” confirmed Sir Alex on MUTV.

United probable line up: Kuszczak (G), John O’Shea (D), Rio Ferdinand (D), Gerard Pique (D), Patrice Evra (D), Owen Hagreaves (M) Darren Fletcher (M), Michael Carrick (M), Luis Nani (M), Louis Saha (F), Wayne Rooney (F).

Venue: Stadium of Light, 15.00 UK
Predict Score: Sunderland 0 - 2 Manchester United