You're right, it's not a fair comparison
And yes, Balotelli is a fuckwit. Nonetheless, should he be suspended for shitting on the ball before kick-off or injured attempting to score with his nostril, they can replace him easily; as they'll have to when his form peters out anyway. United without Rooney are just not as potent an attacking force. And he WILL get suspended for doing something absurdly thick.
(Darth Foxtrot A one-man army dedicated to making fetch happen, Tue 22 Nov 2011, 17:17, 1 reply, 14 years ago)

United without Rooney can still play as a team
City, I don't think can. They perform individual roles well, and Silva can create brilliance (at least against mediocre opposition) but beyond that .. Nah. They were put under pressure against Munich, and they collapsed. Ditto Charity shield, although meaningless. And let's not forget they barely deserved their lead befor Evans was sent off. They've done nothing yet to suggest they are any better than last year, except they've scored more goals against dross.
( the mighty badger Aphrodite, on a bar stool, by your side, Tue 22 Nov 2011, 17:22, Reply)