Decisive hat-trick for Manchester United secures control of third place

15 Mar 2026

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Manchester United secured an important 3-1 victory over Aston Villa in the 30th round of the Premier League at Old Trafford.

The hosts broke the deadlock in the 53rd minute, with Casemiro scoring from a precise pass by Bruno Fernandes. Aston Villa quickly responded as Ross Barkley equalized in the 64th minute, bringing the match back to level terms.

Manchester United regained the lead in the 71st minute when Matheus Cunha converted another assist from Bruno Fernandes, and substitute Benjamin Sesko sealed the win with the third goal in the 81st minute.

With this victory, Manchester United moves up to 54 points, securing third place, while Aston Villa remain in fourth with 51 points.