Hughes backs United for title

Blackburn boss Mark Hughes believes that Manchester United will win the Premiership title - regardless of whether or not his Rovers side defeat them at Ewood Park on Saturday afternoon.

"I think over the length of the season they have been the most consistent side and the most attractive to watch," he said.

"The combination of those two things has enabled them to have the points they have at this stage.

"I think they won't lose it because they have the knowledge of being in this position before and they get the job done.

"Nobody in managerial terms has more experience than Sir Alex and he has been in this situation time and time again and he will just get the job done, I am sure.

"The basis of their season this year has been the fantastic ability they have and the standout season of a certain guy from Portugal, but I think the real platform they have had is defensively, where they have been absolutely rock-solid."