OK, so United bag another 'Mickey Mouse' trophy in some people eyes. Farcical it may have been however it is a trophy (NO arrogance intended here) I think your been a little naive as to think that it won't amount to something bigger... IE The world cup, the Euro's, champions cup/ league. They all started small insignificant competitions. Big now yes, but not always so worth taking a part in don't you think.
I won't bother with the distraction it has caused United as the evidence is clear. (But.... not over yet!)