English Premier League:

Citizens and Whites

SAMAHA ISMATH ALI

Manchester City

Long, long ago, there was a time when men never walked alone. It was Liverpool's domination. Then came the Red Devils, Manchester United, who would never let Liverpool overrun them. Entered the Gunmen Arsenal, who battled it out with all their might, and marched in the Blue Revolution Chelsea, preparing for war. But as new forces entered, the city of Manchester produced forward another side. Will these new forces win the battle, or will the Giants rise again? The question is

unanswered, the answer will be determined, as the teams go marching on and on...

Confused by the first paragraph? I would agree with you. The 'New Forces' mentioned comprises of current leaders of the English Premier League Table: Manchester City. The sky blue boys may seem to be gentle, but are clearly not, as this 2011-12 season has turned the tables the other way around. The usually normal team is now experiencing many victories like a downpour. Manchester City was not only among the top four on the table last year, this season we realize that Manager Roberto Mancini's plans have gone a long way: He wants to bring them UP, creating history for the side.

The team's top gun is currently Carlos Tevez, now in Manchester City for three years. Though the no.32 has to face disciplinary action for his mis-behaviour, he is City's toughest and most competitive

striker. He is also one of the main reasons for The Citizens' recent victories. He is an Argentine professional footballer who also plays for his national side. He has been moulded by his former side Manchester United, and not just moulded; he has been brought up to perfection.

Accompanying him is City's recent purchase Sergio Aguero, another Argentine national Star. He is a highly qualified footballer and his goals and passes have been amazing and very helpful to City.

He was purchased from Atletico Madrid in July 2011 for a sum of £35m. He has been able to quickly mingle himself to the heated Barclays Premier League surroundings with difficult scoring condition and extreme defence. He is also a defensive player and his Manager has had no regret in buying the 'Lucky Charm' for his side, due to his unmatched performance and skill.

The Old Trafford Stadium was alive with excitement as the Manchester Derby took place on the Sunday before the last. The very famous game in history has been renamed over the years as the 'MADCHESTER', as the game is unpredictable and can make all fans go totally out of their mind. To add to all this confusion, both teams hail from the same city.

It was a close call, and the atmosphere was tense with over-excited fans. However, City won the derby 7-1, resulting in a vast number of disappointed United fans. The game review had predicted that United can win it in their second leg of the game, which will take place next year. This has consoled many, as the difference between the two teams is five whole points!

Manchester City shades under its wing a very tough and dominating side, and is the most sought-after team this season. It is upon fate to decide whether City or United will bring the trophy home to Manchester. This trophy for Manchester City lies on the shoulders of Sergio Aguero, Carlos Tevez, James Milner, and new purchase from Arsenal Samir Nasri. Will City's future be secure, or will the other forces steal the trophy with matching skill? This is exactly how Roberto Mancini has it all planned out...the trophy for his team... and no one else.

Tottenham Hotspur

Down in White Hart Lane, the Spurs start their feared games...a competitive side, still so ferocious...Tottenham Hotspur. Established in1882, the team has not had such a glamorous history, but are climbing up the ladder step by step, to show the world just what a side they are.

The Spurs have climbed up the table since their victories brought them fame, and they also had a good time last season. They are extremely challenging and put up a good game for their opponents. Their rivals have long been Gunners Arsenal, due to the main reason that both teams are based in the same city.

The team has a very experienced side, led by Captain Rafael Van der Vaart. Their defence is tough and almost indescribable, as they possess quite a significant number of tall players! Manager Harry Redknapp has chosen his team well and makes extremely good decisions in buying new footballers for his team. He also boosts the team with plenty of encouragement every weekend, before and during games. He also has a crafty mind and is a very good mentor for his Boys.

The team's best players have been listed short as Gareth Bale and Luka Modric. Bale is a Welsh footballer who has been famed for his height-six feet! He has been a truly loyal Tottenham player, ever since he was purchased from Southampton in 2007. He has made an extension to his contract as well; he will play for the Spurs till 2015. This has made Manager Redknapp feel amazed at the boy's keen love for football. Bale is now the midfielder due to his fast pace and excellent dribbling skills.

Luka Modric is a Croatian footballer who plays for the Tottenham Hotspur side, and the Croatian National side. He agreed transfer terms with Tottenham back in 2008, signing a six-year contract with them. He is now the midfielder at White Hart Lane, Tottenham's Stadium. The Spurs had found it hard to get a midfielder, and Modric suited their terms very well. He is a highly qualified footballer, and the Spurs have agreed not to sell him at any cost, and even let down a £40m bid from Chelsea. He also won the title for the Tottenham player of the Season for 2010-11, and his passes and goals have been praised by Manager Harry Redknapp, who declared him as a 'Hell of a player and a Manager's dream'.

Tottenham has made a deep impact on the outlook of the English Premier League. They are a side which brings out their best on the field, making the most of their efforts. The game against Queens Park Rangers brought forward the goals of Van der Vaart and Gareth Bale.

Captain Van der Vaart, on speaking about the game said that, "Tottenham stand in fear of no one". He also states that they will win, and nothing can stop them. His confidence has boosted the rest of the team, and also increased their energy levels. The players are now ready, slowly drinking all of this in, ready to take on any game, any team, at any venue.

Tottenham Hotspur are famed for their amazing, lightning-like goals and powerful headers. Their goals are almost indescribable, incredibly fast and aimed well at the target. They are a very good force at confusing the opponent's goalkeeper, due to their adrenaline and full-of-energy goals.

This season, Tottenham's plans go a long way. Their first aim is to stand fourth on the table, passing Newcastle United and securing a satisfactory fourth place. Think Tottenham will be satisfied? No chance. They have an ardent desire to achieve more! They have an advantage over the teams below them, but they will have to strive even more if they want to get the trophy this season.

They will certainly accomplish this with invaluable help from their star players, also among the best in the English Premier League-Gareth Bale, Van der Vaart, and Luka Modric.

So there go the Whites, down in White Hart Lane, ready to amaze the world of football. Will this energized side turn the table around and carve a name in history for themselves? Their fans sit in a nail-biting nervous state, waiting for the result of this prediction, and the English Premier League is frozen as they see the silent 'Yids' slowly climb up the hill.