LOUIS Saha's prayers were answered with his match-winning comeback goal against Sunderland at Old Trafford.

The Frenchman's first Premiership goal since last December was heaven-sent for the Reds.

"I have to thank God. He helped me through a very difficult period," said Louis.

"I have had a lot of criticism, which was fair. I am just happy to be back in the team once more. It is brilliant. It has been a long time. I was just happy to be back on the pitch but to score that goal is immense."

Saha, who allegedly consulted a sports psychologist to help him overcome the mental side of injury, admits he has a formula that would ensure his injury-prone reputation ended.

But the 29-year-old refuses to implement the scheme.

"I know exactly how not to get injured, it is to play without full commitment," he says.

Confidence

"But I won't do that. I can't do it. If things like this happen, it is because of the game. United players always play at 100% so I am just happy to be playing.

"It was my first 45 minutes. I had a couple of small games in training but nothing compared to that. I feel great. Now I just need more games to give me more confidence.

"I am looking to try and get fitter over the next two weeks. It is an amazing chance for me. It is a good opportunity.

"The keeper made a great save just before I scored. The main thing is to score. It was a great corner from Nani. I just closed my eyes!"

Sir Alex Ferguson appreciated Saha's contribution.

"We didn't want to start Louis but at half-time I thought he was needed," he said.

"He brings that speed and penetration to the front line, different from the other players."

Ferguson admitted the attack struggled at times.

"We do lack penetration because Carlos Tevez is not playing in his best position," added Sir Alex.

"You have to look at the front four. They have never played with each other. We have Nani at 20, Tevez 23, Anderson 19 and Eagles 20. There is a lot of immaturity there."

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