Manchester United captain Gary Neville says today's Carling Cup final against Tottenham will take the club's young players to a new level.

Neville, set to captain United at Wembley, said: "The Carling Cup Final win against Wigan three years ago was crucial for this club and the competition can't be underestimated in terms of the development of this squad.

"Those youngsters have gone on to win two Premier League titles and a European Cup.

"When we beat Wigan in 2006 it was the first trophy for players like Wayne Rooney. From that point on we had the confidence and belief to go on winning.

"There will be some players playing this time around like Ben Foster, Jonny Evans, Darron Gibson and Danny Welbeck, who could be the backbone of this club for years to come.

"This game represents a great chance for them to get the feeling and special buzz of winning silverware.

"For me there's nothing like winning a trophy. It's the best feeling in football. It's a memory you always cherish."