Alex Ferguson has received some welcome relief amid a defensive injury crisis after initial examinations suggested Rio Ferdinand did not suffer major damage to his groin in Manchester United’s FA Cup semi-final.

WAYNE ROONEY may be the hottest young property in world football but the Manchester United sensation admits all the plaudits mean nothing without medals to go with them.

Wayne Rooney may be the hottest young property in world football but the Manchester United sensation admits all the plaudits mean nothing without medals to go with them.

Middlesbrough boss Steve McClaren inflicted more damage on Manchester United at Old Trafford today but insists his old club can still overhaul Arsenal in the Premiership title race.