Fergie: We’re timing it perfectly

Alex Ferguson believes Manchester United are in the right place at the right time to strike for Premier League glory, even though he accepts his side let the fans down in Europe.

Manchester City’s failure to win at Stoke on Saturday means a draw against Fulham at Old Trafford tonight will be enough for United to reclaim top spot.

Ferguson will be after a win though as he looks to turn the screw on City, who he feels may be starting to get affected by the pressure in the battle for major honours. “We are in the right place, at the right time and, most importantly, with the right players,” he said. “After weeks trailing in second place we got our noses in front and I am sure our players are ready to put the pressure on again.