Man Utd boss Ferguson heaps praise on Gibson, Anderson after Cup win

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson was delighted with midfield pair Darron Gibson and Anderson in their Carling Cup win over Tottenham.

Gibson struck both United goals in the quarterfinal triumph.

"They both played very well," said Ferguson.

"Once Anderson imposed himself on the game, he was able to attack players in the middle of the park and we finished up comfortable winners.

"And Darron Gibson is the one player in our club who can score great goals from outside the box. He has such tremendous power in his shot."

That aspect of Gibson's play was seen in his 16th-minute opener, a blistering 25-yard finish from Anderson's square ball.

But the second was pure teamwork as Park Ji-sung and Dimitar Berbatov started a flowing move that ended with Gibson playing a one-two with Danny Welbeck before curling brilliantly into the top corner.

"That second goal was excellent," said Ferguson.

"There was so much movement involved, on and off the ball, and the finish itself was absolutely terrific.

"We have to look upon this as a really good win for us.

"Tottenham have improved tremendously and look as if they are going to push for the top four.

"They have a strong squad and the lads who came in for them tonight did very well.

"We have played a good team so I have to be pleased."