ALEX FERGUSON has told Rio Ferdinand his World Cup dream could die unless he raises his game.
The Manchester United defender is having a miserable season and was badly at fault in England's 1-0 defeat in Ukraine a week ago.
United boss Fergie said: "He has to get good form. That's an important issue for the coach to pick the right team.
"In defence you've maybe got more options than other positions. He will need to get his form right."
Ferdinand has dropped clangers in two matches for Fabio Capello's England.
Fergie added: "I'm sure he's taken the criticism on board. Do I think he'll go to the World Cup? Yes, of course."
