
Ferguson: Reds need cool heads
A veteran of eight Premiership triumphs during his 20 illustrious years at Old Trafford, Ferguson is far too canny to let his focus be deflected by pointed comments coming out of the opposition camp.
And, at the launch of Manchester United's official 850-page Opus, Ferguson provided the perfect response to Mourinho's jibes.
"We will only be in trouble if we listen to Jose too much," said Ferguson, whose side are looking to prevent Mourinho emulating the Scot by becoming only the second manager to preside over three successive English title wins.
"I won't be letting the players fall into the trap of thinking it's won because all we have done is given ourselves a foundation. There are many hurdles to be navigated in the run-in.
"To win the league, you have to have great consistency, particularly around March and April. Historically, we have done okay at that time of the year.
"All championship races are difficult, but the real test comes on the run-in when any mistake can cost you everything.
"That will be the test for us. I am sure it will be ourselves and Chelsea but I am sure we will last the distance."