That was the week that was!

The Manchester derby takes pride of place today after one of the most insightful weeks into the current state of the British game. I fully expect the Master to put Hughes and his team in their place with an exhibition of controlled aggression mixed with speed, flair and goal scoring power.

The incredible decision by UEFA this week in the Eduardo case has given an absolute mandate for a cheats charter and the Europa experiment with six officials was farcical. Football will never be the same and my conclusion is that we must revert to the sacred rule of the match official's decision being final. I would do away with all TV evidence, rescinding of cards and retrospective legislation. Let argument and debate rage in the grounds and pubs and then there will be equality at all grades of the game including grassroots. Referees are a horrible breed but a necessary evil and managers and players will just have to include their ineptness in their planning and playing.

Arsene Wenger has lost a huge amount of respect this week. He endorses cheating and never finds fault with his players but was at pains to get Adebayor into trouble. If he goes a fifth successive year without a trophy he deserves the sack.

On a refreshing note later in the week the very wise and able Mr Souness delighted SKY viewers as usual with his insightful views on the current mood of the modern day player. He is spot on and has had the courage to come out and say what many people know. It always amazes me that people are critical of his managerial record as it stands up well to careful scrutiny. Most of today's stars wouldn't have lived with him on the pitch and most of todays managers will not ever touch silverware. Funny how even today arrogance and success bugs people who would instead champion all the wrong habits and morals.

I hope Manchester United restore just a little bit of faith in the game I love.