SMALL MERCIES

Last updated : 23 February 2006 By Ed

"At the start of the season, people would say it is the lowest on our list of priorities but it is pretty high now.

"I have been at United a long time and I am desperate to win the trophy. I want to win it, not because I am captain, but purely because I play for Manchester United and that is what is expected of us.

"This final presents a fantastic opportunity to win a medal for lads like Wayne Rooney and Kieran Richardson, who have not done it before.

"And I know what confidence medals can bring," added Neville, who has won every one going bar a League Cup winner's medal during his illustrious one-club career.