I thought we played well first half, kept Utd at bay and the link up play between Pienaar and Baines was top class. Arteta and Neville did well in midfield and gave us something to build on.
The goal killed us though, after that we ran out of ideas despite seeing alot of the ball and having lots of control. Its expected when you have Fellaini and Cahill upfront. They are good with there backs to the goal and they win headers but they don't offer much outlet in terms of running the channels or trying to get in behind. It's quite obvious that we need a striker.
I thought Osman was really dissapointing, he just doesnt do it consistently outwide. Solid central midfielder but I'd much rather see someone like Gosling or Anichebe outwide, someone who can give us something different.
I'm chuffed about the composure and control in our play though, against lesser sides I have no doubts we'll brush them aside. Having two central midfielders (Arteta and Neville) who want the ball and look for the ball is key. Baines has been a breath of fresh air and Cahill's doing a great job upfront.
