Ferguson heaps praise on Tevez following cup brace
Ferguson was pleased with the energy level of his team against Fulham
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Alex Ferguson has praised the performance of Carlos Tevez following his two goals that helped Manchester United beat Fulham 4-0 in the FA Cup quarter-finals.
Tevez grabbed a brace in the first 35 minutes to set United on their way to a comfortable victory, despite the cup tie being their third game in six days.
Ferguson said Tevez's energy was a key factor in United managing to take control of the game and felt the Argentinean's display rubbed off on his team-mates.
He said: "It was a superb performance from Carlos Tevez. He was like a jack-in-the-box all day and he showed great energy, getting on the ball and great movement. His second goal, in particular, was fantastic.
"Right from the word go all the players played with great energy and enjoyment."
The win put United one step closer to winning a quintuple – having already won the World Club Championship and Carling Cup this season.
United have a seven point lead with a game in hand at the top of the Premier League and are now in the last four of the FA Cup.
Fulham manager Roy Hodgson says there is a definite possibility United could capture all the titles but believes Europe will now be their biggest challenge.
"Of course it is possible for United to win the lot," said Hodgson. "They have a good chance and I wouldn't bet against them. The most difficult will be the Champions League."
United take on Inter Milan on Wednesday in the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at Old Trafford with the scores locked at 0-0.