Rio Ferdinand: 'Every game like a cup final'

Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has insisted that the club face '11 cup finals' if they are to secure the Premier League crown this season.

United moved to within two points of leaders Manchester City with a 3-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, but Ferdinand is taking nothing for granted.

"All we have ever said is to keep putting points on the board. Our last two away games have shown the professionalism in the camp and that has been fantastic. We have to continue that," the 33-year-old told The Mirror.

"We have big games coming up. Each game will be like a cup final. I know that's a cliché but it's true."

Ferdinand has made 384 appearances for United.