England and Manchester United legend, Sir Bobby Charlton, is confident that his English Premiership club is back on track after last year's trophyless season despite its problems so far this season.

News photoSir Bobby Charlton, a director with English soccer powerhouse Manchester United, talks to The Japan Times during a recent interview in Tokyo's Odaiba district.

Manchester United advanced to the quarterfinals of the Worthington Cup, moved into the second phase of the European Champions League and has recently gained ground on Premiership leader Arsenal with wins over Newcastle and Liverpool.