Ferdinand in for United

Rio Ferdinand takes his place at the heart of Manchester United’s defence for the Carling Cup semi-final with Manchester City after appealing against his violent conduct charge.

Rio Ferdinand takes his place at the heart of Manchester United’s defence for the Carling Cup semi-final with Manchester City after appealing against his violent conduct charge.

Alex Ferguson has deemed the gamble of Ferdinand getting a four-match suspension when the disciplinary panel meets tomorrow as worthwhile given the magnitude of the England star’s presence.

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