Few Sparks No Goals All Square

United 0-0 Villarreal
Champions League 2008/09 Game 1/6 att: 74,499

It seemed like an age since I last went to Old Trafford and so was looking forward to that familiar trek to that familiar seat 274 in Row 8. First half had the usual bright start but it would take a bit of luck or a substitution to get past Villarreal. They're a good side, nothing fancy but work well. At last half time came and for twenty minutes we watched the big pink moon climb in the sky above east stand. Usually a good omen. The highlight of the second half was Ronaldo coming on. Great reception from the crowd - singing the songs as he put on the red shirt. Anderson came on as well, another crowd favourite. Really thought we'd get that one goal to win it. But no, and when Tevez went off and Giggs came on the attacking play petered out.

But 0-0 in the Celtic v. Aarlborg game so everyone has a point apiece. Need an away win somewhere to ensure getting through.
Game 38: Cost £35, half time snack a large Twix bar.

On the way home we saw our old mate Les just back from the FC United FA Cup replay. Lost in a seven goal thriller against Nantwich Town. Oh well sometimes you don't have it all your way.