Show us a little respect – Giggs

RYAN GIGGS believes Manchester United have not been given the credit they deserve for a 15–match unbeaten run.

United put that record on the line tonight in an eagerly–awaited top–of–the–table Premier League duel with Arsenal at Old Trafford.

Victory would put Sir Alex Ferguson's men in pole position to take the title, while even a draw would leave United favourites by virtue of their game in hand, to be played at Blackpool next month.

Yet Giggs acknowledges the Red Devils still have to convince plenty of pundits they are the real deal.

"We have thrown away games we should be winning, but we have dug out results as well."

Tonight’s match promises to be an altogether different proposition.

United encounters with Arsenal have tended to be tasty affairs and the latest instalment should be no different.

Ferguson has attempted to diffuse the more distasteful element by calling for his club's supporters not to engage in the personal abuse of his opposite number Arsene Wenger.

Giggs retains a healthy respect for Arsenal. In particular, the 37–year–old has noted the input of Samir Nasri, whose recent performances have allowed Arsenal to shrug off the potentially-devastating loss of star man Cesc Fabregas due to injury.

"He has got balance and speed, can play on either wing or off the front,” said Giggs.