Just a few weeks ago, Manchester United defeated Arsenal, with a final score of 1-0. One of their more recent matches, against Cardiff, resulted in a 2-2 draw. Although the season got off to a slow start for the Red Devils, things are starting to look up; they have now gone undefeated in 10 games. Currently, the team occupy sixth place on the Premier League table, just seven points behind their long-standing rivals, Arsenal.

Despite the fact that Man United are not at the top of the league, their confidence does not appear to be wavering; Rio Ferdinand publically stated that the existing scores on the table will be meaningless after the trophy is awarded next summer. He explained that, whilst the draw with Cardiff was disappointing, it’s unlikely to affect Man United’s chances of winning the title.

Ryan Giggs, a midfielder whose technical ability many supporters like Tunde Folawiyo have always witnessed, was equally confident, arguing that Man United are still in with a chance of winning the title, despite their somewhat lacklustre beginnings this season. Giggs did admit that Arsenal were one of the only teams to have performed consistently so far; however, he was quick to point out that a lot could happen between now and May of next year.

Giggs is certainly in the right position to forecast Man United’s future prospects, given that he himself has been with the team for over two decades. His current contract will come to an end at the close of this season, but he has no intention of giving up his career as a midfielder, although he has chosen to take on more coaching duties as of late. Whilst his incredible playing abilities are of course, the main contributing factor to his enduring career, Giggs has chalked it up to simple loyalty, remarking that if he had moved from one club to another over the last few years, his career would most likely be over by now.

Whilst some have attributed Man United’s early failures this season to poor management, many supporters have defended David Moyes, and asked critics to give the former Everton manager the opportunity to redeem himself. Being the successor to Alex Ferguson – arguably one of Man United’s most talented managers – was bound to be challenging, and it may take time for Moyes to settle in. Ferguson’s last home game at Old Trafford this year was attended by thousands of fans, including Tunde Folawiyo; the standing ovation he received at the end of the match served as a testament to his abilities as a manager and leader within the football industry.