Sir Alex Ferguson always spoke of this time of year being vital. The run-in, the final few fixtures, everything on the line.
Manchester United might not be challenging for a Premier League title as they were so often under the great man, but they have plenty to play for heading into the final weeks.
An FA Cup final against Manchester City is just around the corner but before then Erik ten Hag's side must work to ensure they earn a top-four finish in the league.
That will bring Champions League football back to Old Trafford and benefit the club on and off the pitch ahead of a crucial summer. ALSO READ: Premier League fifth-place qualification rules for United if City win Champions League But successive 1-0 defeats on the road have weakened United's hand in what looks a three into two race for the Premier League top four.