Lately yes. Last season James was only second to VDS in the EPL. Friedel isn't as good as he was 2 years ago. I'd say Howard is actually better than Friedel on current form.
Well I hope for a tie and both teams to suffer hamstring injuries to all 11 starters. But that is unrealistic.
I hope Chelsea wins because I believe they are the weaker of the two teams. Considering we've already beaten both teams. But we beat Chelsea at the Bridge and the Mancs at Anfield. Man U falling away in the the standings makes a loss to them in Manchester easier to stomach. In addition I think we can beat Chelsea at Anfield and boost our lead against them. If that helps.