Reds continue march back to the top

Manchester United claimed another important three points this morning in the race for the Barclays Premier League’s top four places, thanks to two goals from Ander Herrera and another from Wayne Rooney. Herrera put the Reds ahead two minutes before the break with a fine finish and Rooney fired in a superb second goal from Angel Di Maria’s cross. Christian Benteke instantly brought the visitors back into it, but Herrera sealed a fifth consecutive league victory for the Reds in injury time. Herrera’s first strike came at an important time for Louis van Gaal’s side, who had dominated in the Easter sunshine at Old Trafford but were in danger of being frustrated by Tim Sherwood's relegation-haunted side (Villa are 16th on the table and are just three points clear of the drop zone). Only one yellow card was shown, but what matters here is the three points that were earned at Old Trafford. Manchester United are now third, and provided Manchester City lose their upcoming game against Crystal Palace, it will stay that way.