Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson was happy to see Antonio Valencia on the scoresheet in their Carling Cup win at Aldershot.

Valencia missed out on a large chunk of the 2010/11 campaign following a serious ankle injury sustained against Rangers in the Champions League and was also sidelined after being hurt whilst on Copa America duty for his country in the summer.

"I had a chat with Antonio yesterday," Sir Alex revealed to MUTV after the 3-0 win in the Carling Cup. "He, himself, says he's needing games.

"He was a long time out and has been back but probably needs another few games. Tonight was another one."