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Edwin van der Sar Pleased Manchester United Are Not In A 'Crazy' Position
Dutchman relieved group stage has been relatively straightforward...
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Nov 24, 2009 10:05:18 AM
Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar is pleased that his side have avoided any "crazy" mishaps in their Champions League so far.
Sir Alex Ferguson's side could seal qualification for the knock-out phase of the competition with victory over Besiktas at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.
That situation is in contrast to some of the continent's biggest names, such as Liverpool and Barcelona, who are struggling to get through their groups.
"The other groups are crazy," said Van der Sar, according to Press Association Sport.
"It is not easy to get to the final," he added.
Sir Alex Ferguson's side could seal qualification for the knock-out phase of the competition with victory over Besiktas at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.
That situation is in contrast to some of the continent's biggest names, such as Liverpool and Barcelona, who are struggling to get through their groups.
"The other groups are crazy," said Van der Sar, according to Press Association Sport.
"It used to be the case that you always wanted to be first in your group but there are a couple this time where you know already that the runners-up would bring a difficult draw in February.
"The most important thing is to get the win tomorrow and see what happens later on."
Van der Sar is clearly confident that United can once again do well in this season's competition but, typically, is taking nothing for granted."It is not easy to get to the final," he added.
"There is a lot of quality around and we have lost some players, so just because you have reached two consecutive finals, it doesn't automatically mean you are going to get to a third. It takes a lot of hard work and dedication.
"But what we are doing now is all building to what we hope will be a nice end to the season.
"You don't win things early in the season. You have a path to go along, starting with the group phase.
"Everything is part of the big picture to win a trophy."
Zack Wilson, Goal.com UK
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