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Man Utd are ‘more than capable’ of emulating class of 2013 claims former Liverpool star
MANCHESTER UNITED can defy the odds and lift the title this term.
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That is according to former Liverpool star Jamie Redknapp.
The Red Devils echoed the spirit of Sir Alex Ferguson when they beat Watford 2-1 on Saturday courtesy of a stoppage-time own goal by Troy Deeney.
Redknapp accepts this isn’t the best United side, however thinks they possess enough quality to be crowned champions come May.
“I have to say I agree with a lot of the criticism being levelled regarding the style of Louis van Gaal's Manchester United side,” Redknapp told the Daily Mail.
“But if they win the league, will the fans really care?
Louis van Gaal (left) celebrates Manchester United's win with Bastian Schweinsteiger
Jamie Redknapp (pictured) thinks Manchester United are capable of winning the title
“Yes, they lack the attacking swagger of the past but they are in a great position in the title race. Their neighbours City have already lost games 4-1 home and away this season, so United fans should be careful what they wish for.
“Nobody expected Fergie's side to win it in 2013, but they did. This is not a great United side but they are more than capable.”
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