Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has admitted that his side must win their remaining 11 Premier League games if they are to retain their top-flight title.
The Red Devils are currently two points behind cross-town rivals Manchester City in the race to be England’s top team, and the veteran centre half knows that his men cannot afford to slip up.
“All we have ever said is to keep putting points on the board,” Ferdinand told The Guardian.
“Our last two away games have shown the professionalism in the camp and that has been fantastic. We have to continue that. We have big games coming up. Each game will be like a cup final. I know that’s a cliche but it’s true.
“We have just got to keep winning games. If we do that, we will put pressure on the other teams. It is about keeping our own house in order and making sure we remain resilient and keep putting points on the board,” he stated.
United beat Tottenham 3-1 at White Hart Lane on Sunday, with Ashley Young scoring two of the side’s goals; Ferdinand is glad his international team-mate is back fit and available.
“It is fantastic to see Ashley Young back.
“He has been injured and it takes you a couple of games to get back into the groove. Before his injury, he was flying and now it looks like he is back into form. It wasn’t just his goals, it was his all-round work ethic,” Ferdinand concluded.
By Gareth McKnight
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