Will English star continue to rise?
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
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Talking point: Manchester United FC and Arsenal FC were Tuesday's big winners in the UEFA Champions League and after last year's dominance by English clubs, is this an indicator to how this season will pan out as well?
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Manchester United FC and Arsenal FC impressed on Matchday 2 of the UEFA Champions League but, after last year's dominance by English clubs, is this an indicator to how this year's competition will pan out as well?
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While Italian sides ACF Fiorentina and Juventus were held to draws and FC Bayern München's stuttering early-season form continued, United and Arsenal won 3-0 and 4-0 respectively to kick-start their campaigns after both had played out Matchday 1 draws. However, is this an indicator as to where the UEFA Champions League title will go this year? Real Madrid CF have also started their bid with maximum points after an excellent 2-1 win at UEFA Cup holders FC Zenit St. Petersburg. Who else will challenge for the European crown this season? Have your say below.