United still refuse to crack

YOU’LL win nothing with kids.

Alan Hansen’s dismissive put-down in 1995 still resonates with everyone at Manchester United, not least because it preceded a title-winning season executed with style from Alex Ferguson’s Fledglings.

Hansen believed United didn’t have the experience to challenge for the title over 15 years ago following a 3-1 defeat at Villa Park and although similar questions will be asked of this latest Ferguson side, their never-say-die spirit will ensure they’ll fight Chelsea all the way to the title this season.