CAPE TOWN: Manchester United's players got the preseason workout they were looking for in a 1-1 draw with South Africa's Kaizer Chiefs yesterday.

Chiefs' Jonathan Quartey converted a 38th-minute penaltyafter Gary Neville fouled Siphiwe Tshabalala.

United equalised in the 60th when midfielder Chris Eagles headed home a cross from Carlos Tevez.

"It was exactly the kind of match I was hoping for because it helped us build rhythm," Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson said.


United had a setback just before kickoff when defender Rio Ferdinand slightly injured his ankle.

"We decided to rest him and not take any chances," Ferguson said. United will play Orlando Pirates on Tuesday. -- AP