Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Fergie hails 'magnificent' Utd

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Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson was delighted with his side's performance in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Porto.

United marked their 150th UEFA Champions League match under Ferguson by becoming the first English team to win at Estadio do Dragao.

Describing Cristiano Ronaldo's rocket goal as, "unbelievable, a magnificent hit", Ferguson beamed with delight after the game.

Complimenting the partnership of Nemanja Vidic and Rio Ferdinand, the United boss admitted his relief in having his defence back to normal.
Key

"They did well," he told Sky Sports. "They had good concentration at the back - they defended very, very well.

"That was key for us. If we can get back to that foundation of not conceding away goals then we can do well.

"The stability at the back, the recognition of Ferdinand and Vidic together, it's always going to be a great start for your team."

Asked how it felt to become the first English team to beat Porto on home soil after 150 games in Europe's elite competition, he said: "It doesn't matter who you beat but one hundred and fifty games is a long time."

Magnificent

Ferguson went on to compliment Ronaldo after his superb strike in the first half made sure of a semi-final tie with Arsenal.

"Unbelievable, a magnificent hit," he said. "He took them all by surprise from 40-yards out - the goalkeeper had no chance."

He added: "I couldn't see dangers against Porto. I thought we controlled the game well and they never bothered us too much.

"Arsenal next? It's going to be a great semi-final. There'll be some great football in that one."

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