The guy may only get 25 minutes to play, as he is out of favour (due to injury and fitness). Why are people so confident that Falcao will score goals in this game?
So far, in all the minutes he has played, he has only scored 1 goal.
Why are people so confident in Falcao's abilities?
He has done nothing of any note for the club so far.
Why is he already a fan's favourite?
Surely he has to do something positive for the club BEFORE he earns this sort of reputation?
Perhaps I am getting my facts wrong - can someone fill me in?
Why are people so confident that Falcao will score goals in this game?
Because I'm speculating that Falcao starts todayk, and would get the playing time and chances to score.
Why are people so confident in Falcao's abilities?
Falcao's goal scoring record before he joined us was very impressive. This is not some 17-18yr old making his debut, he's a highly regarded striker. A brace from him is not meant to be hopeful, it's to be expected. It would be a disappointing if he's not putting away chances and getting us goals.
Why is he already a fan's favourite?
Reputation. If Messi joins us today, he would be an instant fan favourite too. As is the case for Di Maria, or RVP before.
Surely he has to do something positive for the club BEFORE he earns this sort of reputation?
I think you're thinking more towards club legend. Veron was and by and large still is highly regarded by United fans, and he didn't really do a great deal here.