Fergie Scoffs At Liverpool's Credentials
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As table-toppers Chelsea prepare to host second-placed Liverpool this afternoon, Sir Alex Ferguson has dismissed the fixture as having little to no bearing on the title race.
Only goal difference separates the two sides, with both collecting six wins and two draws in their first eight games of the Premier League season.
Ferguson's Manchester United, meanwhile, could be eight points off the pace depending on the result of today's clash at Stamford Bridge.
But that hasn't stopped the Scot from pitching in his two cents.
"I don’t think it’s the most important top-of-the-table clash," Ferguson said in The Sun.
Some might think it curious that the United boss would dismiss Liverpool after they beat his side only last month at Anfield. However, others will no doubt appreciate Ferguson's long-term outlook.
The Merseysiders have failed to mount a title challenge for several years now - the best finish they have managed under Rafael Benitez is third place, after all.
And when you consider that Chelsea haven't lost at home since 2004, Ferguson's views - churlish though they may seem - are not unfounded.
The Scot went on to suggest that Arsenal, often criticised for their collective lack of experience, have more chance downing the Blues and pushing for honours.
"When Arsenal play Chelsea could be more significant," Ferguson said.
"There have been quite a few Chelsea and Liverpool 0-0s over the past few years. Sunday’s game will be very tight, not many goals in it.
"But Arsenal could win there because they’ve got the quality to win." -
yea.. arsenal..
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this season? doesnt look like it.. chelsea looks like an invincible force with huge chunk of players that has played together for years, plus an awesomeness coach, and really good depth. chelsea should dominate this season..
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i also think liverpool don play world class soccer. but instead they "force" teams to play their type of dull soccer.