LONDON: Sir Alex Ferguson believes titleholders Manchester United are perfectly placed to take advantage of the pressure on Arsenal in Tuesday's Champions League semifinal second leg as the holders aim to return to the final of Europe's elite club competition.

Ferguson's side travel to the Emirates Stadium in the ascendancy after John O'Shea's goal secured a 1-0 win in the first leg last week.

A draw would be enough for United to reach the final for the second successive season. The Premier League leaders could even lose and still go through on away goals if they score and are defeated by just a one-goal margin.