FERGIE AND ROONEY UP FOR SATURDAY IT SEEMS

Last updated : 16 February 2006 By Ed

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"No, it's a massive game and hopefully we can beat them and progress to the next round.

Fergie:

''Obviously both clubs are vying for second place.

''The atmosphere, the tradition of both clubs, the history of both clubs, the games between each other and the support - it's just a fantastic fixture.

''It's the game I look forward to most.

''To me, it's the reason for being here at Manchester United.

''I came down here 19-and-a-half years ago and at the time Liverpool were the champions and the team to beat.

''That was my main target, to beat Liverpool and to get on top of them. We did that.''