Ferguson: Title To Be Decided In April

Manchester United's bitter defeat against their city rivals on Sunday means that they could very well find themselves five points off first if the Gunners take care of business at home to Blackburn tonight, but Ferguson insists that April is when it will really matter, when United host Arsenal on 12th April, before travelling to Stamford Bridge a fortnight later.

"There's no doubt about it, the games against Arsenal and Chelsea will be decisive," said Sir Alex.

"The fact that the league is so close makes a big difference. All the top sides have dropped points.

"Teams are taking points off the top sides more than ever. But it looks likely that our home game against Arsenal and the match at Chelsea could make a huge difference."

Derek Wanner, Goal.com