Sir Alex Ferguson will keep faith with cup kids

Goal getter: Danny Welbeck netted a stylish winner in the second half
Andrew Hodgson11 April 2012

Sir Alex Ferguson has vowed to carry on giving youth a chance in the Carling Cup.

After winning the tournament last season with a squad based on youngsters, Ferguson sees no reason why Manchester United should abandon that philosophy this term.

Beating Wolves 1-0 at Old Trafford to book a fourth-round berth would have been able proof that the strategy is working. The fact Fabio was sent off for a professional foul, leaving United to complete the final hour with only 10 men, just emphasised it.

The United boss said: "It does excite me that I can give the young lads a chance in this competition.

"It is the only thing we can do. It is good for them to get the experience of playing at Old Trafford. It is a good breeding ground for young players."

England Under-21 star Danny Welbeck was the main beneficiary last night, netting a stylish winner in the second half.

The local striker featured in last year's final, as well as the FA Cup semi-final defeat by Everton, and Ferguson said: "It was a fantastic goal. The passing and the finish were top quality."

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