Monday, 25 January 2010

Neville adds fuel to the fire

Gary Neville has added more fuel to the fire of simmering tensions between Manchester United and Manchester City, claiming the Blues do not deserve their lead in the Carling Cup semi-finals. City beat United 2-1 in the first-leg semi last week and travel to Old Trafford on Wednesday night for the return. "We certainly deserved at least a draw for our performance at City," said Neville on Sunday. "For the first 40 minutes and the last half hour we were the stronger team." Extra police will be on duty on Wednesday around Old Trafford in what is described as being one of 'the highest risk' games in England this season. "The atmosphere was very good last Tuesday,” added Neville. "All Manchester derbies have a great atmosphere and Wednesday will be no different at our ground. It'll be a great environment to play football in."