Here we go, one last time now

My beloved Manchester United began its Premier League title defence the other day in typical style – with a draw, at home, to Newcastle United. Everything was auspicious about this. I missed the match, as I was stuck at work. I had also missed the opening match last season for the very same reason. Man Utd also drew their opening encounter last season, against Reading. I sense that Man U need to win the double again – league and Champions League – to sign, seal and deliver their status as the best club in the world. Once and for all.