Ferguson: I regret pulling Man United out of the FA Cup 10 years ago

Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted he 'regrets' Manchester United pulling out of the FA Cup 10 years ago. The move created a storm of controversy, with United getting much of the blame for devaluing the tournament. Regrets: Sir Alex Ferguson admits he was disappointed to pull out of the FA Cup in 2000 after their woeful performance at the Club World Cup Championship in Brazil Indeed, many critics argue the FA Cup has never fully recovered fromthe decision, taken as a direct consequence of United's involvement inthe Club World Championship in Brazil.  Manchester United starlet Macheda pens new four-year Old Trafford dealForget Carling Cup exit, Spurs CAN break into the Big Four, says FergieMan United 2 Tottenham 0: Fergie's kids pass test as Gibson grabs doubleMANCHESTER UNITED FC