Edwin van der Sar set a new record for British
league football as United secured a vital league win at West
Ham.
The Dutchman matched the previous standard for minutes without
conceding a goal during the first half at Upton Park. He got there
thanks to his fine saves to deny Lucas Neill and Carlton Cole and
the gritty defending he's come to expect from his team-mates.
"It's hard work from everybody," said Edwin, when asked for the key
to his record.
"I had to make a couple of saves today but the defenders are
incredible, how they defend, how they clear the balls... it's a
team effort because everybody tracks back.
"It's fantastic record and I'm very happy about it. But what really
means a lot at the moment is the win. It was so important,
especially after seeing Liverpool win yesterday.
"West Ham away has been a difficult match for us over the years so
it's a great result for us to come away from here with three points
and another clean sheet.
"The main thing is we're back on top and let's hope we can stay
there."
