Solskjaer reflects on Man United’s current lack of form

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been under heavy pressure as

have suffered a lack of form since the beginning of the new season.

The pressure and criticism intensified after the Red Devils suffered two consecutive Premier League defeats against long-time rivals,

and

, however, the Norwegian manager himself believes the pressure United is currently under can work as an incentive to push the players to the next level.

"I've been in contact and communicated with the club as I do all the time anyway,”

Solskjaer said at a press conference ahead of Saturday’s clash against Watford.

"It's been a long international break, but it's one that we've utilized to our benefit, we feel it's been a good response from the players and we're ready for the Watford game.

"We've been through periods like this before. Our away form, we've just gone 30-odd games and lost one. Last season, we turned it around and went on a run of 20-odd games and one defeat, that's the kind of run we need to get back.

"This week we've prioritized a few things we have to improve on. Form and performances haven't been good enough. We can do better, should do better and it's down to performances on the day, human beings; sometimes you hit the post and it goes out, sometimes it goes in, that can affect the mood, atmosphere. We've got to focus on getting the start right.

"We know the poor run of form puts ourselves under pressure but that pressure should be a joy, it should be something that makes us a better team and makes every player perform at their best level.

"The players, the staff, myself and the club, we are all working towards one goal and that's for this team to improve and get better results.

"The fans are still supporting the team and the club. They've been through this period and backed this team through the rebuild.

"You know when you lose a game you're always disappointed and under pressure. We've communicated well and openly and honestly.

"There's one game now that matters but also there's what goes on after that. We're all refreshed, this week has been really good in training and we're ready for tomorrow.

"When we left for this international break, it was a good time for us to refresh their minds. Some players have stayed here, some have been allowed to go home to freshen up their minds. Everyone has kept in touch with the staff and one of the things we've learnt over the last few years, my staff have been working really hard to get everyone ready.

"We've corrected a few things, put some things right. I'm sure we'll see a reaction and a good performance tomorrow."

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