Ferdinand enjoying three-cornered title fight

England captain Rio Ferdinand believes emerging in front from a three horse race will make it all the sweeter for champions Manchester United if they retain their Premier League title this season.

United are two points clear at the top of the table following Sunday’s results which saw Sir Alex Ferguson’s men beat bitter rivals Liverpool while Chelsea, who have a game in hand, slipped up in a draw with Blackburn Rovers that left them four points adrift of the leaders.

Meanwhile Arsenal have now moved into second place, two points behind United and with a worse goal difference.

It all adds up to an intriguing finale with United seeking an unprecedented fourth straight English title and what would be a record 19th overall.

“This is probably the best title run-in for years,” said Ferdinand.

“There are three teams in it, which makes it fantastic for the fans and the neutrals to watch,” the centre-back added.

“But we just want to finish on top. That is what we are aiming to do.”

Meanwhile South Korea midfielder Park Ji-Sung enhanced his growing status as a United hero by diving bravely to head the winner against Liverpool, a goal that capped a fine all-round display.

“The maths are easy,” he said. “We have seven games left. If we win every one, we win the title.

“It is not going to be easy and it could go to the last game.

“But we believe in ourselves. If we keep playing to our present level we can do it.”