Ferguson unconcerned by record

Ferguson unconcerned by record

Sir Alex Ferguson sees no reason why Manchester United should be worried about taking on anyone at present even though they head to West Ham on the back of a woeful run of results in London.

Since Cristiano Ronaldo dribbled half the length of the field and crashed home an injury-time winner at Fulham in February 2007 which ultimately proved pivotal in that season's title race, United have made nine visits to London and emerged victorious just once.

"I was not aware of the record. It happens. We have had good runs down there in the past. But it doesn't concern me," Ferguson said.

Three trips this season have brought nothing better than a couple of draws at Chelsea and Tottenham, so little wonder Ferguson is refusing to look too far ahead in a title race that increasingly looks to involve just one team.

Instead, Ferguson remains focused on the immediate obstacle, which is a Hammers side unbeaten in eight under Gianfranco Zola.

Yet, wary as the Scot may be, after 12 successive clean sheets that have brought 10 wins and a place at the Premier League summit, he sees no reason to live in fear.

Ferguson continued: "With the form of the team as it is I would be prepared to take them anywhere at the moment," he said. "We are in good form so why should we not want to play anyone?"

Zola's work has not gone unnoticed by Ferguson, who acknowledges what a difficult test lies in wait for his men.

"Zola has done a remarkable job to get West Ham to the level they are playing at just now," said the Scot, once more crowned manager of the month.

"They are undefeated in the last eight games and have only conceded three goals in that time, which is a fair indication of the work they have been doing."