The United veteran reckons the biggest game of the season is approaching in the form of Aston Villa...

Manchester United midfielder Ryan Giggs has stated that he feels that the game against Aston Villa has become critical if United are to regain the title this season.

The Red Devils have suffered two defeats in their last two Premier League games, losing 4-1 at home to arch rivals Liverpool, and 2-0 at Craven Cottage to Fulham yesterday, and desperately need to steady the ship as Liverpool make some seriously big waves behind them.

35-year-old Giggs believes that now is the time for cool heads, and claims the squad will be fully focused for the visit of Villa after the international break.

Speaking to the Manchester Evening News, Giggs said, "We're obviously disappointed with the result. After losing last weekend, we wanted to come here and put on a good performance.

"Chelsea losing is better than them winning, but we have got to do our own job and not worry about the teams around us.

"It is still in our hands. The lads are going away on international breaks now and I hope we don't get too many injuries. Hopefully, we can get back on track against Villa."

This statement was backed by his manager Sir Alex Ferguson, who also said that they can use their slender lead in the title race to their advantage.

"As I've said, when you lose games in March and April, it can cost you.

"Fortunately, we have a slender lead at the moment but it's not a lot. Obviously, I'm hoping we go away for the internationals and come back at our best.

"We've got a home game against Aston Villa in our next game and that's absolutely crucial."

Ferguson's side are currently in first place in the Premier League, one point ahead of Liverpool and with a game in hand. But they will need to stop the run of defeats quickly, to prevent their Premier league crown from slipping.

- Goal.com