Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal spoke on Friday (2nd October), ahead of his side's top-of-the-table clash against Arsenal on Sunday (4th October).

Script: SOUNDBITE (English) Louis van Gaal, Manchester United manager (on whether his side can continue at the top of the table):

"I think you always have to believe this. I think the balance in our selection is much better than last year. Last year we also had the chance. So I believe in that. The most important thing is not only my belief, but that the players believe in that. And when we win for example against Arsenal then the believe will raise a lot."

SOUNDBITE (English) Louis van Gaal, Manchester United manager (on Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger):

"I think Arsene Wenger is one of the best coaches in the world and Sir Alex Ferguson is the best because he won the most titles. It's easy to say that but Arsene Wenger when you are such a long time at one club and everybody is satisfied - the fans, the board, the players, then you are very good, believe me."

SOUNDBITE (English) Louis van Gaal, Manchester United manager (on whether he could accept not winning a trophy for so long):

"I have won a lot of titles and that's also my aim because and I want to do it in different countries because I want to do that. Not only in the Netherlands, but also in Spain and after that in Germany and after that in England - that's my ambition."