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This time last year Federic Macheda sent Old Trafford wild with delight after coming off the bench to fire a vital late goal in United's bid for the title.

History repeated itself on Saturday against Chelsea, but unfortunately Macheda's late strike this time round was not enough to prevent the visitors from gaining the upper hand in the race for the Championship crown.

"As a striker, it's always good to score, but it would have been better if we'd have won the game," he told MUTV. "We are very disappointed, but there are still five games left and we are ready to play those games.

"I hope to be involved in the upcoming matches - I've had a few injuries this season and been out for a good few months. But I'm pleased to be back now."

With Wayne Rooney out injured, the Italian striker could be called upon again on Wednesday night with the Reds needing to beat Bayern Munich if they are to make it through to the Champions League semi-finals.

Despite the setback against Chelsea, Macheda says it's vital the players stay positive.

"We must forget the Chelsea game because there are still games left and we must focus on those," he insisted.

"We have to train hard and be focused on the Bayern game now and hopefully we can get the result we need."