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Cunha's Record Assist Fires Man Utd Past Villa
15 Mar
Summary
- Cunha scored a crucial goal, assisted by Fernandes.
- Fernandes set a new club record with his 16th assist.
- Manchester United solidified third place in the standings.
Manchester United strengthened their claim on third place in the Premier League with a 3-1 victory over Aston Villa on Sunday. The crucial win was sealed by a second-half strike from Matheus Cunha, assisted by Bruno Fernandes. This assist marked a new club record for Fernandes, his 16th in a single Premier League season and 100th for the club across all competitions.
Casemiro opened the scoring for United in the 53rd minute with a header from a Fernandes corner. However, Ross Barkley equalized for Aston Villa in the 64th minute with a shot from the center of the area. Cunha then found the net in the 71st minute, and substitute Benjamin Sesko added a fourth goal ten minutes later with a powerful shot.
This result leaves Manchester United with 54 points after 30 games, extending their lead over fourth-placed Aston Villa, who remain on 51 points. The victory was a significant step for United in maintaining their strong league position.
