Queiroz leaps to Giggs’ defence

Carlos Queiroz has admitted Ryan Giggs is not on top form just now – but blasted back at suggestions that the Welshman is not trying.

Giggs' performances have come under increasing scrutiny over the festive period as United have struggled to peg back Arsenal at the top of the Premiership.

While the likes of Juan Sebastian Veron and Phil Neville were outstanding during United's pre-Christmas eight-match winning streak, the 29-year-old's contribution waned to an alarming degree.