Focused Fergie calls on United to up the ante

ALEX Ferguson has called on Manchester United to hit the accelerator as the Premier League title campaign enters another crucial phase.

With their interest in the FA Cup over at an early stage, United have the chance to jump above Chelsea and current leaders Arsenal by claiming top spot for the first time since October if they can beat Hull at Old Trafford today.

In the last week Chelsea have put seven goals past Sunderland and Arsenal roared back against Bolton in midweek to seize pole position on goal difference barely a month after being completely written off.