"Only goal difference separated the teams in the Premier League table ahead of kick-off at Old Trafford, but Matheus Cunha and Sesko ensured that gap stretched to three points. United were on top in the first half, with Amad Diallo's header pushed away by Emiliano Martinez before Diogo Dalot blazed a golden opportunity over the crossbar."
"Though he did not get his name on the scoresheet, Fernandes once more played a starring role for United. He got two assists, taking his tally to 16 in the Premier League this term, overtaking David Beckham's record (15 in 1999-00) as the most for the Red Devils in a single campaign in the competition."
"But it was also his 100th in all competitions for United, making him the fourth player to reach a century of assists for the club in the Premier League era, after Ryan Giggs (249), Wayne Rooney (127) and Beckham (115)."
Manchester United secured a 3-1 victory over Aston Villa at Old Trafford, strengthening their top-four prospects. Casemiro opened the scoring in the 53rd minute from a Bruno Fernandes corner, but Ross Barkley equalized for Villa shortly after. United regained control through Matheus Cunha's counter-attacking goal in the 71st minute, and substitute Benjamin Sesko added a third after capitalizing on a defensive error. Bruno Fernandes provided two assists, reaching 16 Premier League assists this season and surpassing David Beckham's club record. Fernandes also achieved his 100th assist in all competitions for United, becoming the fourth player to reach this milestone.
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