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Man Utd legend Ferdinand: McTominay proved he can be trusted in big games

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand praised Scott McTominay's performance for their Champions League defeat to Barcelona.

United suffered a blow in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final, losing 1-0, but still hope to progress through to the final four when they travel to the Camp Nou next Tuesday.

Midfielder McTominay shone on the night.

And Ferdinand said: "He's added to his name now. He was very good today. He was positive and reliable.

"This game and the PSG match prove to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer that he can be trusted in big games."

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