Man United secure Champions League place with thumping win
Manchester United vs Chelsea
Manchester United secured their place in the Premier League's top four with a thumping 4-1 win over Chelsea at Old Trafford on Thursday evening.
Casemiro opened the scoring for Man United in the sixth minute, before Bruno Fernandes doubled their lead from the penalty spot in the 72nd minute. Anthony Martial added a third goal in the 90th minute, and Marcus Rashford completed the scoring in injury time.
The win means that Man United have now secured Champions League football for next season, while Chelsea's hopes of finishing in the top four are now all but over.
Key moments
- Casemiro opened the scoring for Man United in the sixth minute, latching onto a through ball from Bruno Fernandes and finishing past Edouard Mendy.
- Chelsea had a chance to equalize in the 27th minute, but Mason Mount's shot was saved by David de Gea.
- Man United doubled their lead in the 72nd minute, when Fernandes was brought down in the box by Trevoh Chalobah and converted the resulting penalty.
- Anthony Martial added a third goal for Man United in the 90th minute, finishing off a well-worked move involving Fernandes and Rashford.
- Marcus Rashford completed the scoring in injury time, firing home from close range after a cross from Diogo Dalot.
Man of the match
Bruno Fernandes was Man of the Match for Man United, scoring one goal and setting up another. He was a constant threat to the Chelsea defense, and his performance was a reminder of why he is one of the best players in the Premier League.
What's next?
Man United will travel to Crystal Palace on Sunday, while Chelsea will host Watford at Stamford Bridge.
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