article_snippet: Louis van Gaal claimed Manchester United would be stronger in the second half of the season.
article_snippet: The task of rescuing Manchester United and turning them into a formidable attacking presence again was bigger than Louis van Gaal thought, possibly too big.
article_snippet: Louis van Gaal spotted the back pass, the opportunity to take Arsenal into the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley if Louis van Gaal could take advantage inside a stadium where Louis van Gaal has only ever known what it is like to play in red.
article_snippet: History is on Arsenal’s side because Arsenal’s side have won the trophy five times under Wenger.
article_snippet: The reality is that it would be a distraction, particularly for a team that hasn't won the competition since 2006.
article_snippet: Manchester United measure Manchester United seasons on silverware, not top four finishes.
article_snippet: At the moment Manchester United are making up the numbers, trying to work out where Manchester United are heading under a manager who appears uncertain of his own values.
article_snippet: Finishing in the top four would be an achievement, nothing more.
article_snippet: To win a sixth FA Cup under one manager would be impressive, but Van Gaal wants another crack at the Premier League title before Van Gaal calls the Premier League title quits at the Emirates.
article_snippet: As good as Arsenal look at times, they do not have the muscular presence and stature of Chelsea.
article_snippet: will be second best again next season.
article_snippet: Busy really identified the players who can turn United in to a team capable of challenging for the top four?
article_snippet: Would another FA Cup win and top four finish be a success for Arsene Wenger and Arsenal?