Ferguson gets teenage kicks

SIR Alex Ferguson believes he may have unearthed another gem in Nick Powell following the teenager’s goal on his Manchester United debut.

United came alive after a goalless first half against Wigan at Old Trafford, with strikes from Paul Scholes – on his 700th appearance under Ferguson – Javier Hernandez, Alexander Buttner and substitute Powell sealing a comfortable 4–0 win.

And it was the cameo performance from former Crewe midfielder Powell, who came to Manchester over the summer, that had Ferguson purring after watching his side notch their third successive win.

"Nick Powell is going to be a really good player," said Ferguson. “He has a great temperament. He has two feet and is quick. He is a great striker of the ball. For an 18–year–old boy it has been a terrific day."

Ferguson was also keen to pay tribute to Scholes after yet another landmark goal for the club.

"That is what we always remember about Paul, the way he ghosts into the penalty box," said Ferguson.

"Now he has scored on his 100th, 300th, 400th, 500th and 700th appearances. It is fantastic."


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