Tuesday 15 December 2015 12:34, UK
Juan Mata insists Manchester United must “stick together” as they attempt to halt their recent slump in form.
United suffered a 2-1 defeat at struggling Bournemouth last Saturday, just days after being dumped out of the Champions League following a 3-2 loss to Wolfsburg in Germany.
The Red Devils have failed to win any of their last five matches, leading to increased pressure on manager Louis van Gaal, who has been criticised by a number of the club's former players this season for his perceived negative tactics.
United currently sit fourth in the Premier League table, despite their recent failings, six points behind leaders Leicester.
Mata told the club's official website in his blog: "In these moments is when we have to stick together more than ever, I do believe it, because - luckily - football gives you another game every few days.
"We are aware that we have to get better and that's why, despite feeling so bad after a painful defeat, we have to stand up and keep working to prepare the next game.
"With the right attitude and each of us giving the maximum we will get out of this situation. This is a long season and there's still a long way to go. We will never give up, that's for sure.
"December is a difficult month and it's time to start winning again and get our confidence back. But everything passes and this bad streak will pass."
