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Marcus Rashford power shift grew in Manchester United win over Aston Villa

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Manchester United battled their way to a vital win against Aston Villa, keeping their chances of qualifying for the Champions League alive.

While the home side were on top for much of the encounter, it was United who found a way to take the three points. Rasmus Hojlund was on hand to slide home Harry Maguire's nod-back from a corner and give United an early lead, with Andre Onana keeping the Villans out with some good saves.

After Luke Shaw was taken off at half-time - as a precaution according to Erik ten Hag - Villa kept up the pressure in the second half and eventually drew level through Douglas Luiz.

But Diogo Dalot's superb cross was powerfully headed in by substitute Scott McTominay with just a few minutes remaining to settle the match. ALSO READ: United player ratings vs Villa ALSO READ: Three tactical changes inspired United win at Villa Here are the main talking points from the match: It was certain Manchester United would make one change for their trip to Villa Park; the only question was who would come into the side for the injured Lisandro Martinez.

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