Chelsea Is Still A Threat, Says Britain, Sir Alex Ferguson

Manchester United Sir Alex Ferguson said it would be a mistake to dismiss the chances of Chelsea winning the Premier League this season.

States and the people of rivals Manchester City has a 100% record after four games and meet with Chelsea at Old Trafford on Sunday.

"Chelsea will be there at the end of the season," said Ferguson.

"Teams from Manchester enjoy the publicity, but Chelsea are lurking, and do not enjoy the spotlight."

Blues are unbeaten start to the campaign and are third table, two points behind United and in the city.

United beat Chelsea 2-1 on the season corresponding match last year, but the 18 Premier League at Old Trafford, United have won six, Chelsea has won five and there have been seven draws.

Ferguson expects another tight encounter at the weekend.

"It will be a fantastic match," said Ferguson.

"The games between the two parties over the last seven years have been close affairs.

"Usually there's only one goal, and will be very tight again Sunday."

Ferguson, who celebrates his 70th birthday, December 31, will be the new Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas, who is 36 years younger than him.

Scot said, impressed by the Portuguese equivalent to start is to make Stamford Bridge.

"For a young man who came to Chelsea is a big challenge," he added.

"It 'a tough challenge at her age, but when you go to a new club, which I hope you get an immediate response. He has this.

"They're a team with great experience and will always be a challenge for us."

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