guys may i know where is berba? injured or he got punished for FA CUP semis?

Manchester United striker Michael Owen says Javier Hernandez's emergence at Old Trafford has put him in the shade and claims the Mexican is a better version of his current self.

With his two-year contract due to expire in the summer, it is now anticipated Owen will be leaving the club this summer and one of the reasons for that will be Hernandez's stellar form since his arrival at Old Trafford as a virtual unknown from Mexican club side Chivas.

There are plenty who make a direct comparison between the 22-year-old's rapid movement and Owen and while the former England striker is not convinced it is true of his early days, Owen accepts there are obvious similarities.

''I wouldn't say he is similar to how I was in the early stages of my career,'' he said. ''But with injuries and the way I have adapted my game, he is probably quite similar to what I do now, apart from he is a bit sharper.

''He is 10 years younger of course, so maybe he is a better version of the current Michael Owen. Javier has been the surprise package this year without a doubt.

''He is certainly sharp and is a cracking lad as well. That probably isn't that important to the people who just want to see him scoring goals but it is important for those who are around him and at the club in general.''

Not that Owen has written off his own chances of making a contribution. As, along with Dimitar Berbatov, the 31-year-old has already been promised a starting berth for Wednesday's Champions League semi-final by Sir Alex Ferguson, as United look to defend their two goal advantage.

''Javier's partnership with Wayne Rooney has really clicked,'' said Owen. ''But let's not forget that Dimitar is still our top scorer. He has only not been scoring lately because he has not been playing as much.

''Overall, the strikers have dovetailed quite well. Everyone has chipped in at certain parts of the season. Wayne almost carried us right the way through last season. This year other people have come in to fill the void. It has been a great effort all round.''

Don't you guys have any other topics to discuss besides others' grammar? I do not have enough space and I want to get your attention...  I did that.

Evra and Ferdinand to get a rest i think. Evra has been playing in almost every game this season. Ferdy just got back from injury. And Berba and Owen to start. I dunno about midfield.

I watched all United's UCL matches and go to work also no problem...

I think giggs will be rested for sunday but scholes n berbatov will start

Gibson played well against Shalke great pass and got confidence on dribbling.

SAF should give him chance against Chelsea instead of Carrick.

I agree with you, Carrick lately improve a lot no doubt about it but he do sometimes careless make me worried.... 

Just hope he do well against Chelsea.

I read an article by Ian Wright (former Arsenal striker) today in The Star. He said we might end up empty handed this season and reckon Chelsea will win this weekend.