Three points at Wigan on Wednesday would put United on the brink of a league title hat-trick – but Patrice Evra is warning the Reds must not become complacent this close to the finishing post.
United moved to within four points of an 18th championship success with a comfortable 2-0 win over Manchester City on Sunday, and the Reds’ game in hand in midweek could send Sir Alex’s men six points clear of second-placed Liverpool.
“We’re nearly there,� Patrice told MUTV. “If we win against Wigan, it will be very important for winning the title. But it’s not finished yet. Now we need a good recovery before we play our next game.
“We have a Champions League final to look forward to, but we have to put that to the back of our minds and concentrate on the league.
“The win against City was very important for the team. When you play in the league after playing in the European Cup, that can be tough. It’s the Manchester derby and we are all very happy, it was an important three points. Liverpool won and went top yesterday, so we knew we had to do our job.�
Evra is close friends with Carlos Tevez, and with all the speculation surrounding the Argentinian’s future at United, Patrice was pleased to see his team-mate play well and get on the scoresheet.
“It was very crucial for the team to get the second goal just before half time,� he said. “Carlitos is a world-class player and he showed his quality. You could tell City felt a bit down after that goal. I am very pleased for Carlitos. Whenever he plays, he respects the shirt of Manchester United. He is a great professional.�