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Manchester United secured a 3-1 victory.
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Bruno Fernandes broke an assist record.
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United strengthened their top-four standing.
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Manchester United defeated Aston Villa 3-1 at Old Trafford on March 15, 2026, securing a crucial victory in the English Premier League. This outcome moved Manchester United three points clear of Aston Villa in the league standings, strengthening their position for a top-four finish.
Bruno Fernandes contributed two assists, reaching 100 assists in all competitions and breaking David Beckham's club record of 15 Premier League assists set in the 1999-2000 season. Casemiro scored in the 53rd minute from a Fernandes corner, followed by Matheus Cunha restoring the lead in the 71st minute after Ross Barkley had equalized for Aston Villa in the 64th minute. Benjamin Sesko added a third goal for Manchester United in the 81st minute.
With this result, Manchester United now holds 54 points from 30 matches, placing them third in the league. Aston Villa remains fourth with 51 points from 30 matches. The match was attended by 73,997 spectators.
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