Spurs in good spirits

United are determined to register a first league win when Spurs arrive at Old Trafford on Sunday, but Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson says it won't be easy.

"The Spurs players are buoyant [after last weekend's 4-0 win over Derby County]," Robinson told TottenhamHotspur.com. "We're all looking forward to the game and we're determined to get another positive result.

"United are strong and it will be tough, as it always is at Old Trafford. We'll be going there in good spirits after the Derby result and we're looking to put in a performance and pick up some points."

Robinson came under fire earlier this week after a bad error for England gifted Germany a goal in Wednesday's Wembley friendly. However, he insists the gaff will only serve to make him more determined to keep a clean sheet this weekend.

"That's football," Robinson shrugged. "It's a difficult one for me but I've been there before and had the criticism after the Croatia game. I'm definitely a stronger person for that. In fact, that will help me deal with what's happened this week.

"I'm really pleased with how I've played for Tottenham this season and I'll aim to continue doing that. We've got another important game this Sunday and we need to keep things going after the Derby result."