Manchester United will return from the latest international break on a high — but two top-four rivals are still tipped to hold off their challenge for Champions League qualification.
21.01.2022 - 13:40 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Louis Saha has backed Manchester United to cement a top-four place this season - especially if they get Marcus Rashford firing once again.
After undergoing shoulder surgery last summer, the England striker initially found form upon his return with three goals from four early-season outings.
However, he then went 11 games without a goal before netting against Brentford on Wednesday night.
Anthony Elanga and Mason Greenwood set the tone for United at the Community Stadium - before Rashford hit late on in west London to secure three points.
It was a result which helped United keep pace in the quest to qualify for the Champions League.
Arsenal and Tottenham also have to be factored in there, while Chelsea continue to be pegged back and it's next opponents West Ham who currently occupy fourth position.
According to former United striker Saha, though, his old team have what it takes to complete the job.
Speaking to Genting Casino, he said: "I think United can qualify for the Champions League with this squad.
"They have winners. They have talented players and they have to fight.
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"They have to really believe. I think when three or four of United's big players click at the same time and, if Marcus Rashford can come back to his level, they can achieve anything."
Saha, who made 124 appearances for United between 2004 and 2008, added: "After the disappointment of being knocked out in the Champions League group stages last season, United recovered well and went on a good run in the second half of the season to finish second.
"I hope we will see something similar from now until May."
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