Robin van Persie's vast experience is a valuable asset to Manchester United, says their manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
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The Dutchman came off the bench on Saturday to keep alive United's FA Cup hopes, thanks to an injury-time equaliser in the 2-2 draw at West Ham which set up a replay.
The former Arsenal star has scored 16 Premiership goals in 21 matches for United, and has a further three goals in the UEFA Champions League this season.
It's not only Van Persie's goals that are pleasing his boss, but also the manner in which the 29-year-old's coolness and composure are rubbing off on his team-mates.
"He's at a mature age now," said Ferguson. "He's brought that maturity to our front line, and his performance after coming on was tremendous.
"You never do that [lose hope] with our team. When you're 2-1 down with a couple of minutes left you just hope you get a break.
"But the manner of goal - the pass from Ryan Giggs and first touch from Robin van Persie and his finish is absolutely world class, absolutely fantastic."
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