It started with a win

In the teeming rain at the Liberty Stadium this morning, Swansea had threatened to make a nuisance of themselves in inclement conditions, but two quick-fire first-half goals and another two in the second half set David Moyes on his way to a first league win as Reds boss, simultaneously starting the champions’ title defence with a victory and putting Manchester United at the top of the league. Two of United's goals were by Robin van Persie, United's other two were by Danny Welbeck, and Swansea's goal was scored by Wilfried Bony. Four players received yellow cards.