Sir Alex Ferguson has proved he is human after all by admitting how tough it is to come up with a starting line-up for next weekend's Champions League final against Barcelona. The English champions meet the Catalan powerhouse at Wembley Stadium on May 28 in the decider of Europe's premier club competition and Ferguson says it is a true test trying to decide who will start.
"We have the nucleus of a team in place. There are others that deserve a place. But we can only pick 11. That is the horrible part of being a manager. It is absolute agony," he said.
"It is something you don't relish at all. I have to pick a team and I have to leave some very good players out.
"Hopefully those who have all played a part in the European campaign will feel satisfaction at the end of the night and we win the cup."
But with his line-up doubts, Fergie admits that the form of his Red Devils this campaign suggests they are right up for this encounter with Leo Messi and co.
"Our form in the European Cup has been sensational. We have not lost a goal away from home," he added.
"You have to play well to beat Chelsea. They are a very experienced, powerful team. You have to give credit to the players for these tremendous performances."
