Rio: This is our big chance

Rio Ferdinand believes victory over Arsenal on Sunday can transform Manchester United's season.

The England defender knows defeat will effectively end United's hopes of catching Arsenal and winning the Premiership this season. But he says Sir Alex Ferguson's side will not give up.

He said: "If we can get the three points then it can turn the whole season on its head. It will be a chance to breed some more confidence.

"We are drawing too many games. We are a team made up of people who want to win things and win games and the sooner we get back to doing that the better.

"I don't really think about the opposition and the kind of psychological affect a win for them would have on Sunday. It is about getting our own house in order. We are capable of beating any team in the world let alone the Premiership.

"We need to win this game. It could be a catalyst for the rest of the season."

Ferdinand will have to pay close attention to Thierry Henry on Sunday, and he said: "He can do everything and that sets him apart from most other players."