Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson insists they have the advantage after losing the first-leg of their Carling Cup semi at Manchester City.

Ferguson believes it is his own side that emerged with a narrow advantage, believing the home support at Old Trafford can prove decisive.

"We played well and dominated the match. We were reasonably in control but we had a mad five minutes before half-time that brought them back into the game," he said.

"Everyone can see the penalty for themselves. It is the kind of decision that has gone against us tonight but could go for us on another day.

"But with the crowd at Old Trafford and the occasion and what is at stake we will be okay."