Louis van Gaal: We can’t afford to lose

Louis van Gaal admits Manchester United’s disappointing Premier League campaign could reach a crescendo in this weekend’s derby against City - not that the Dutchman is feeling any pressure.

Fresh from being knocked out of the Europa League by bitter rivals Liverpool, the inconsistent Red Devils make the short journey to the Etihad Stadium for a mouth-watering encounter.

Manuel Pellegrini’s men reside in the final Champions League spot and boast a four-point cushion over sixth-placed United with just nine matches remaining.