Man United strengthen grip on Champions League spot with win over Aston Villa

Football
16 Mar 2026 • 12:15 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Manchester United picked up an important 3-1 win against Aston Villa at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon.
  • The two teams entered the match level on 51 points, with both having ambitions of qualifying for next season’s Champions League.
  • United went in front shortly after half time through Casemiro, before Ross Barkley brought Villa level.
  • The hosts finished strongly with two goals in the final 20 minutes from Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko securing all three points.
  • United moved three points clear of Villa to strengthen their grip on third place as they returned to winning ways after losing to Newcastle last time out.

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