Andreas Pereira is determined to kick on and build momentum after Manchester United's mental strength bore fruit at Burnley.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side were rocked at embattled Watford just a week ago, leading to renewed scrutiny and speculation over Christmas.

But United dug deep to bounce back with two wins in a 50-hour period as they followed the 4-1 comeback victory against Newcastle on Boxing Day with a 2-0 triumph at Burnley on Saturday evening.

Few could argue with the end result at Turf Moor, where Phil Bardsley had the hosts' best effort as his fine, low shot forced a good second-half save from David De Gea.

That was Burnley's only shot on target as they ended 2019 in meek fashion, but full-back Bardsley focused on the positives.

"We are trying to do the right things," the United youth graduate said. "We are miles ahead in the points' tally to where we were last season and it's something to build on.

"We've got a massive game on Wednesday (against Aston Villa) to look forward to. We'll recover now and go again.

"This is what this time of year is all about. The games come thick and fast and we have to prepare ourselves properly. It's a protein shake instead of a pint!"