Ferguson to stick with youth

[sypher]

Sir Alex Ferguson is determined to stick with his youngsters for next Wednesday's Carling Cup semi-final against Manchester City.

The Manchester United manager has used the competition to give the less experienced members of his squad some much-needed experience in recent years and that trend has continued this term.

"I will stick with the principle of picking young players on Wednesday," said the United chief. "That is what we have done in the Carling Cup and we are not changing that."

The stance is bad news for Leeds, who head over the Pennines on Sunday to face United for the first time since 2004 knowing the champions will unleash all their big guns on them in the FA Cup.

It will not prevent 9,000 travelling fans helping to create a white-hot atmosphere that will be a new experience for Michael Carrick, who cannot wait.

"Experiencing those types of feisty atmospheres are why you play football," he said.

"Rivalries like that add extra spice. It is great for the fans and good for the players.

"No matter where you play, or whether the atmosphere is for or against you, it is a great feeling to play.

"Besiktas was very hostile when we went there earlier this season but it was still terrific to play in.

"Leeds are bringing a lot of fans and we are looking forward to it. It should be a cracking game."

source: Eurosport

[Phil-M.U.F.C.]

I think even our youngsters can take on Man City.

[sypher]

I don't think it is a good idea. There is a chance to win and also to loose. There should be at least Rooney, Vidic/Rio, Evra, Carrick/Scholes/Fletcher.

[Phil-M.U.F.C.]

Well Carling Cup has been known for a competition where United gives its young players a chance to shine. I'll put my faith in them and feel they can pull through. They have so far in the Carling Cup this season.

[andrewcmufc]

although the carling cup isint, i still want us to win this as it the bluenoses

[RambleOnRed]

Would have loved to see a full strength team snuff out City's hope of silverware. If Anderson, Owen, Obertan, Gibson and the twins start it would be pretty competitive. The Da Silvas going up against Robinho and Philips should be good to watch.

[sypher]

I would give a chance youngers at the second match at Old Trafford if we win the first one.

[Noucamp99]

After the performance in the FA Cup, SAF needs a rethink, if he is serious about winning silverware this year. Play a mixture of youth and experience against what is a rejuvinated blue nose team. They WILL NOT be a pushover, as they were in the past. Richard Madeley has brought something to them and they will be well up for it and will prove to be hard to beat. We need to take this seriously.

[Phil-M.U.F.C.]

Yeah mate after that FA Cup match I'm also rethinking the fact that we should play the youngsters. We need to beat City and win silverware this season.