Fergie: We need to score twice in Porto otherwise we risk losing European Cup

06 April 2009 15:06
Sir Alex Ferguson fears Manchester United will kiss goodbye to their Champions League dream if they fail to grab a two-goal lead in the first leg against Porto tomorrow.[LNB]The two sides square up at Old Trafford in a repeat of the showdown of 2004 when the Portuguese side - managed by Jose Mourinho - sent United tumbling out of the competition.[LNB]And Red Devils boss Ferguson reckons his side must break down their opponents before the return leg if they are to book their place in the last four.[LNB][LNB] MAN U [LNB]'I've been watching the videos in the last couple of weeks andthey're very difficult to play against in their own ground - they havea terrific record there.' he told ESPN.[LNB]'It goes down to the first leg. Hopefully we can get a two-goallead. If we get a two-goal lead it gives us the best opportunitywithout question.[LNB]'Looking at their home record and how difficult they are to playagainst on their home ground, I think we're going to need that two-goallead.'[LNB]To see the full interview, go to ESPNsoccernet.com[LNB] [LNB]  

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