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United Focused on 2-1 Win, Carrick & Fernandes Warn Against Celebration

March 2, 2026 · Yahoo Sport

United edged Aston Villa on goal difference after a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace, but manager Michael Carrick and captain Bruno Fernandes warned against premature celebration.

Manchester United finished 2-1 ahead of Crystal Palace at Old Trafford, moving them level on 51 points with Aston Villa and ahead on goal difference. The win places United in third place, but the gap to Villa is only goal difference.

Carrick and Fernandes stressed that the team must stay focused on the long season, not celebrate early. They highlighted the need to keep earning points and secure Champions League qualification before the final stretch.

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