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.”