Stats the way to do it! Ruthless United head for title despite stumbling against Big Four

Was there any real doubt that Manchester United would come back after falling behind against Wigan? Not if you look at the stats. The champions have been ruthless against the minnows this season, beating every team bar one, home and away, below eighth position in the league. It has made up for a title challenge that has seen them falter against their big four rivals, showing that it's not always the stellar showdowns that decide where the trophy ends up. United have taken 10 points fewer than Liverpool in terms of matches between the top four. Rafa Benitez's team having an perfect record against United and Chelsea, as well as drawing twice with Arsenal. Chelsea, like United, have struggled in their top-of-the-table clashes, with only four points from six games, whereas Arsenal have managed eight out of a possible 15 grand slam points. United need just a point from facing either Arsenal at home on Saturday or from Hull away on Sunday week.

Source: Daily_Mail