When the dust settles on another Premier League season at around 5.10pm this evening, it will ultimately be decided by one factor – character.

City proved they were the top dogs in Manchester last night.

ALEX FERGUSON believes his young side have given fans a glimpse of the future following a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to win the Community Shield 3-2 against noisy neighbours Manchester City; and, contrary to popular opinion, it doesn’t involve a change in the status quo.

MANCHESTER UNITED still require a point to finish top of their Champions League qualifying group after Alex Ferguson fielded a Carling Cup side against Besiktas at Old Trafford and was punished with a 1-0 defeat.

LIVERPOOL deservedly clinched the FA Youth Cup for the third time but required spot-kicks to overcome Manchester United at Old Trafford last night.