Manchester United's next six Premier League fixtures compared to Arsenal, West Ham and Tottenham

Manchester United’s top-four hopes look to be hanging by a thread following their heavy derby defeat on Sunday.

The Reds were thoroughly outclassed as they fell to a 4-1 loss at Manchester City, where the scoreline could have been even bigger. Not only will the performance of damaged their pride, but the result has left a major dent in their hopes of claiming the last Champions League spot.

United now find themselves a point behind Arsenal, with the Gunners holding three games in hand. In a worst-case scenario, the Reds could find themselves 10 points off the pace.

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There will be plenty more drama over the coming weeks though as the race for fourth intensifies. Here’s a look at United’s next six Premier League fixtures compared to their rivals.

Up next for United is a crucial encounter in the race for the top four, and it could well make or break their Champions League hopes for next season. Tottenham are right in the fight, and still hold three games in hand on the Reds.

Spurs’ inconsistency has seen their own chances of finishing fourth take a massive dent, with their superb win over Manchester City immediately soured by a defeat to Burnley. Their lack of form this season has led to suggestions Antonio Conte could walk away after just a few months in the job.

If United are to finish in the top four, they simply need to bounce back and defeat Tottenham. If they don’t, that could well be the end of their chances.

It’s been a hugely disappointing season for Leicester, for whom many might have expected them to be in the top four race this season. Their form has been so poor this season it seems to have