Manchester United legend Paul Scholes says he always loved playing in the FA Cup.

Scholes wrote in the London Evening Standard: "I think the honour of playing at Wembley has been devalued in the minds of players and fans.

"That is not helped by the ridiculous decision to stage the semi-finals there as well. There was something magical about the Twin Towers. The history of the place meant that it felt like a major moment in your career. These days, footballers, especially those in the Champions League, play in famous stadiums so often that Wembley does not stand out so much.

"It still amazes me when I see managers of mid-ranking Premier League clubs - clubs who have gone years without winning a trophy - picking understrength teams for the FA Cup. I dare say we will see it again this weekend."