Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney is looking forward to the Carling Cup final.

The undisputed man of the moment had the final say in a saga that has gripped Manchester ever since the draw for the last four was made in December.

"It's great to be in the final, and we'll look forward to it," Rooney told manutd.com.

"(Cup final opponents) Aston Villa have been fantastic all season and we know it will be a difficult game. But for now, we'll enjoy tonight."