Overshadowed Kalou Saves Chelsea's Graces

Wayne Rooney. Wayne Rooney. Wayne Rooney.

When will you learn?

Sir Alex Ferguson did it again, with his tactical prowess, Manchester United took Chelsea out of their element at Stamford Bridge for most of Sunday's super matchup.

Usually backline attacking threats, Ashley Cole and Jose Boswinga, were pretty much ineffective in the attacking third for Chelsea, with their defensive responsibilities taking up much of their action.

And United's goal in the 18th minute was masterful. The Man U really should have taken three points from the Blues.

But Wayne Rooney. Oh you. Sure, Chelsea had opportunity after opportunity to a) take the advantage in the game (that's you Joe Cole) and b) equalize the game (that's you twice Nicolas Anelka).

But Rooney, you're foul in the 80th minute gave Chelsea their change to pounce and they did. Off the foot of the craft Frank Lampard and onto the head of the overshadowed Salomon Kalou, the Blues were able to stay unbeaten at the Bridge in 85 games and stay unbeaten in the Premiership.

Rooney is one of the best footballers in the world. The problem is that he has an identity crisis. Sir Alex plays him everywhere. It's probably because Rooney can play everywhere. But in a game with this much pressure, I think it would have been best, for Rooney's mental stability, to keep him in one spot.

Rooney went from striker to back in the blink of an eye and then gave up the foul which lead to the Chelsea goal.

Kalou and the rest of the Blues thank you Rooney.

And how about this for Man U? That side has only one win in their six Premiership games. It's a long season, but quite a precarious start for the defending champions.