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2008
Manchester United 1:1 Newcastle United
Manchester United made an unconvincing start to the defense of their title yet again with a draw against the Magpies at home.
Obafemi Martins scored in the 22nd minute but Darren Fletcher, Scotland's very own wizard in the midfield, stepped up to score the equalizer in the 24th minute of the game.
2009
Manchester United 1:0 Birmingham City
Wayne Rooney scored in the 34th which was the only goal of the game as Old Trafford witnessed a resilient Birmingham City broken down in the first round of their title defense.
Joe Hart used to keep for Birmingham back then and was a favourite among the Blue Noses.
2010
Manchester United 3:0 Newcastle United
Manchester United, champions for three consecutive years, wrapped up a comfortable 3-0 win over Newcastle United in their opening game played on a Monday night under lights.
Goals from the Bulgarian striker Dimitar Berbatov, Darren Fletcher and Ryan Giggs left the Red Devils completely satiated.
