1.  Assistant coach Ralph Perez will assume control of the team tonight as the Galaxy tries to erase the bad memories of the United loss.

2.  The best-case scenario for Arsenal is to beat Aston Villa at home and hope for a United loss or tie.

3.  The United loss, which came after a three-month review, was perhaps the most painful blow.

4.  Another United loss could get the fans screaming for changes.