Ferguson praises substitutes after United grab draw (Reuters)

 
Goalscorer Carlos Tevez and fellow subsitute Nani both played a crucial role in Manchester United's 1-1 Champions League draw at Olympique Lyon, manager Alex Ferguson said after Wednesday's match. [link]

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