Manchester: Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has questioned the sense behind this week's international fixtures, admitting that they are an unwanted disruption as he prepares for next Saturday's Manchester derby.
Ferguson, who saw his side lose for the first time this season in the league at Wolves on Saturday evening, admitted that the midweek international friendlies are a distraction that he and his side could well do without.
Speaking to MUTV, the United boss also spoke of the importance of the clash with his side's city rivals.
He said: “It’s a terrific game for us now. It’s a massive game that we’ve got to look forward to. Unfortunately we have got international matches in midweek which in my view is crazy, but we have to get on with it.
“We have got plenty of players who will not be involved in internationals and will play next week. The ones that travel we have to give consideration to the fact that they have been travelling before they play at lunch time on Saturday.”
United midfielder Darren Fletcher says the clash against Roberto Mancini's side is a great opportunity to bounce back from the disappointing performance at Molineux.
The 27-year-old said: “All of the lads will be up for it and it’s one of those games that provides the perfect opportunity to bounce back.
“It’s a local derby so all the players will be up for it, the fans will be up for it and we’ll be ready for the game.”
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