What Manchester United need to secure top-four Premier League finish and see off Liverpool threat

Manchester United's top four fate remains in their own hands after victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers last time out.

Erik ten Hag's side returned to winning ways on Saturday, with Anthony Martial and Alejandro Garnacho on the score sheet at Old Trafford. The result saw United bounce back from consecutive 1-0 defeats against Brighton, who thumped Arsenal on Sunday, and West Ham.

Currently in fourth spot, United are locked on 66 points with third placed Newcastle United - who shared the spoils with Leeds over the weekend. Liverpool lead the chasing pack, but United are still in a strong position ahead of the final three clashes with Bournemouth, Chelsea and Fulham.

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As the battle at the top end of the table continues to intensify, MEN Sport has taken a close look at what ten Hag's men need to do to ensure they finish in a Champions League place.

Verdict: With Liverpool able to reach 71 points - with three wins from their final three - United need to win two of their games to ensure they cannot be caught. That would take United to 72 points and guarantee Champions League football at Old Trafford for 2023/24. Brighton are also in the hunt but would need to win all of their remaining games to stand a chance. With Tottenham and Aston Villa having played 36 matches, neither can now catch United. Erik ten Hag's side will be no doubt keen to finish third in the table and head into the summer on a positive note.

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