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Hull result looms large as Swansea might need to aim high at United

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Paul Clement is optimistic in his Swansea side's ability to secure points in their final stretch and avoid relegation.

Swansea face a daunting trip to Manchester United this Sunday knowing they'll have to match or better Hull City's result from the previous afternoon.

Motivation is a significant factor in football. Having drawn the Manchester derby 0-0 on Thursday night, United's goal remains the same -- to beat their City rivals in the table, still trailing by a single point. It's likely Sunday's match will be business as usual. Had United won on Thursday, would they have eased up a touch on Sunday, having overtaken City?