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United Stay Focused After 2-1 Win, Keep Top‑Four Race Intact

After a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace, United remain level with Aston Villa on 51 points, but manager Michael Carrick and captain Bruno Fernandes warn against premature celebration.

United's win at Old Trafford saw them finish level with Aston Villa on 51 points, separated only by goal difference. Carrick said the table position 'doesn't mean an awful lot at the moment' and stressed the need to keep progressing.

Fernandes echoed the message, reminding the squad that many games remain and that the focus must stay on securing Champions League qualification, not on a temporary table spot.