Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata defended David de Gea after the goalkeeper's howler handed Chelsea an equaliser and a point for Sunday's 1-1 draw.

Mata had put United 1-0 ahead before De Gea's blunder led to Marcos Alonso's equaliser.

"Every single player has good and not so good moments," said Mata.

"He's one of the best and obviously he's disappointed with their goal. He has been the best player for this club, he has my full support and the club's full support and everyone who loves the club should give him their support. We must be with him, he has our full confidence, he's my friend and one of best goalkeepers in the world."

On top four race, he added: "It seems nobody wants the third and fourth spot, everyone is struggling, we must get six points but it doesn't depend on us anymore."