A perfect victory for United, hammering 5 goals past Blackburn in an all Premiership contest in the Carling Cup.
Carlos Tevez who got a chance to play - claimed four goals to send Man United to the Carling Cup semi-finals with a 5-3 win over Blackburn. He fired in United's opener in the 36th minute to send a reminder to Sir Alex Ferguson of his determination and striking prowess. Later on, Nani contributed to the goals in the 40th minute with a powerful finish to a solo run that involved receiving Tevez's cushioned return pass.
The re-start promised some hope for Paul Ince's side as substitute Benni McCarthy shrugged aside Gary Neville and belted home after a previously non-existent Roque Santa Cruz had flicked on Robinson's goal-kick. However, almost immediately Martin Olsson bundled over Tevez and the Argentine slotted home the penalty to put United in control, before virtually sealing the win with another fine goal after good work from Anderson.
Ben Foster did make some brilliant saves in the opening minutes, but after United were in complete control, they seemed to be a bit careless. This costed them when Derbyshire and McCarthy scored 2 goals. But Tevez was not going to be denied and lashed home another with the final kick to send United through. With Burnley, Spurs and Derby also sealing their berths in the semis, I feel its a test between Spurs to retain the title and United to win their second silverware of the season.
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