Will Wigan’s adventure be Fergie’s last stand?

FOR a man accustomed to the glint of silver, the Carling Cup is not a trophy to get overly excited about. Except this year is different for Alex Ferguson.

The cup which Ferguson has not always treated with due respect has assumed an importance in United’s season way beyond that of times past.

Out of Europe. Languishing 12 points behind Chelsea in the Premiership. Out of the FA Cup after a performance against Liverpool devoid of imagination. Having officially relinquished their position as the world’s richest club to Real Madrid.