Carrick primed for test against Barca’s best

FOR those tempted to take a punt on Manchester United, the midfield match-up may have them folding fivers back into their wallets.

With Xavi and Andres Iniesta providing the craft in front of Sergio Busquets, the central area will be crucial to deciding the outcome of tonight’s match.

Wayne Rooney will drop in but Alex Ferguson’s game-plan is likely to depend on his midfield four, with Michael Carrick and Ryan Giggs in the centre, stretching the Catalans.