Edwin van der Sar has revealed that losing has made him a far more determined player.
Ahead of this weekend’s Champions League final against Barcelona, the veteran Dutchman said that negative performances always stay with you whereas victories are quickly forgotten.
"You do think more about things you lose than what you win," he said.
"When you have won, your medal goes into the cupboard or the safe in the bank.
"But when you lose, you know something has slipped through your fingers. It makes you more determined.
"If we win I won't want to go home. If I lose I won't want to leave home.
"Maybe it sounds strange but I just wouldn't want to see anyone."
van der Sar added that the United squad will prepare for Barcelona just as they would for any other opponent.
"You hope to bring your 'A' game to a final," he added. "For that you need everything, saves, communication skills, experience and motivation skills.
"It must all go together to make sure you defend well.
"In that sense, preparation is the same as if you were playing Wigan. The difference is in the intensity because nothing beats this game."
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