The veteran Welshman claims that the former http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Arsenal-c38429 skipper can inspire the club to European glory and claimed that a repeat of last season’s performance will not be entertained this time around.
Following the arrival of the Dutchman, Manchester United have accumulated a large number of attacking options, something which they had not done since the days of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Carlos-c8346 Tevez.
Robin Van Persie’s made a significant impact at the helm in only a few games for the Red Devils and has cemented his place in the starting line-up, as the club gear up for their annual trophy quest.
United were ousted from the UEFA Champions League last time out, as they failed to get the better of minnows such as http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/FC-Basel-c39079 and Benfica, with the latter topping the group along the way.
However, Sir http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604 and Real Madrid for Europe’s premier competition.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Ryan-Giggs-c31985 has backed this notion and reiterated that the Reds will be much better suited to life this season after lacking penetration up-front last year.
"Robin has the experience of playing in Europe with Arsenal. The goals he has got will hopefully give us that extra edge this season. Shinji is that kind of player who will thrive in Europe, where possession is key. He keeps the ball and gets into positions
where he is hard to pick up. I am sure they will both be very good additions in Europe for us."
He also emphasized the importance of picking up wins at Old Trafford, something which they were unable to do in the group stages in 2011/12.
"We need to win our home games. Usually 10 or more points gets you through, which means winning at home and trying to draw away. We didn't manage it last year because we didn't perform at home the way we have done in the past."
United play Galatasaray in their opening game, with the fixture taking place in http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Turkey-c3026 tomorrow.
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