German champions VfL Wolfsburg are hoping to take advantage of Manchester United's growing casualty list when they take on the English giant on Tuesday for a place in the Champions League's last 16.

Sir Alex Ferguson's formidable side has earned a reputation as away-day specialists in Europe during the past three seasons, going unbeaten in 14 matches, apart from the 2008 and 2009 finals played at neutral venues.

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Sir Alex Ferguson