The scenes at the final whistle here showed the extent of Leicester City's bitter disappointment at being denied the footballing and financial prize that seemed theirs for the taking for so long.Brendan Rodgers' side had started to lose their early-season sparkle even before the campaign was halted in March by the coronavirus pandemic - yet they were still in a powerful position as the finish line approached.They have still had a fine season but there is no point glossing over this huge missed opportunity.Rodgers is left to rue moments such as the inexplicable meltdown at Bournemouth, where they led at half-time only to lose 4-1.The manager faces a big job to pick his players up and remind them of what they have achieved in returning to European football.When they go into next season's Europa League, will they be without players such as Ben Chilwell, a target for Chelsea and reduced here to exhorting his team-mates from the directors' box as he was absent through injury?Second Half ends, Leicester City 0, Manchester United 2.Goal!
After a Premier League season like no other, Phil McNulty looks back on the performances of all 20 clubs - and sees whether he got his predictions right or wrong. Manchester United and Wolves compete in the quarter-finals of the Europa League in Germany on Monday and Tuesday respectively. Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is "delighted" that his side secured a place in the Champions League at the expense of Leicester City with victory at King Power Stadium. Manchester City scores, results and fixtures on BBC Sport, including live football scores, goals and goal scorers. George Hirst (Leicester City) header from the left side of the box is saved in the bottom left corner. But his outside of the foot pass into the forward was exactly the sort of deft delivery that has been absent from United's armoury, until his January arrival.Since his debut on 1 February, no Premier League player has been involved in more goals in all competitions than Fernandes, who has also been directly involved in more Europa League goals than any other player this term.Aside from his quality in possession, Fernandes has also added to the dynamic within the group, due to his demanding nature. After Fernandes had made an impressive debut in a goalless draw at home to Wolves on 1 February, Manchester United stood 14 points adrift of Leicester City, who were third.Fast forward to his decisive role in this victory that sees United qualify for next season's Champions League by taking that third place, and you can see the extent of his impact.The Portuguese attacker - a mid-season signing from Sporting Lisbon in a deal that could eventually be worth around £68m - has provided the missing link for this Manchester United side.He has built a bridge between midfield and a talented attacking array of strikers with his talent and his positive style, looking forward every time he receives possession.Fernandes was not at his best here but he was the man who unlocked Leicester's defence as Martial won the crucial penalty, then performed his usual hop, skip and jump to send Schmeichel the wrong way and ease any lingering United nerves.It capped a remarkable recovery for Manchester United - with credit also due to manager Solskjaer for guiding his side into the top four. Mason Greenwood replaces Odion Ighalo.Corner, Manchester United. Take our quiz and see if you can get them all correct to find out if you're the ultimate Man Utd fan. Here's your top-flight table predictions How to get involved in just about any sport or activityEuropa League 'final eight' begins - all you need to knowSolskjaer 'delighted' as Man Utd seal Champions League spotThe funniest moments from this season's Honesty CardsGreenwood could beat my goalscoring record - Shearer'It feels really good' - Moyes on West Ham securing safetyTime has come to replace De Gea with Henderson - ShearerHighlights: De Gea mistakes send Chelsea to FA Cup finalWatch: Giroud's 'deft' finish gives Chelsea FA Cup lead'Absolute howler' from De Gea gifts Chelsea second goal'Solskjaer says De Gea is best in world - he's not even best in Manchester'How you predicted the final Premier League table will look?
He had already made several excellent breaks forward before fortuitously getting the run of the ball in the build-up to Ighalo's opener. Media playback is not supported on this device Champions Chelsea face an away game at Manchester United in the opening 2020-21 Women's Super League fixtures.Aston Villa, who won promotion from the Championship last season, start at home to Manchester City, while Arsenal begin with a home game against Reading.The first round of matches will take place on 5-6 September.Chelsea were declared winners at the end of a truncated 2019-20 season, which was Emma Hayes' side were second when the campaign was suspended, but leapfrogged Manchester City into top spot when Villa will appear in the WSL for the first time after winning the Championship title last season.Dropping down to second-tier level are former WSL champions Liverpool, who will start the 2020-21 campaign with a home match against Durham.Only the first two rounds of fixtures have been confirmed, with a full schedule set to be released in early September.Games will take place behind closed doors until it is safe for supporters to return, with matches not chosen for broadcast on live television being streamed on the FA Player.
Assisted by Fred with a through ball.Offside, LASK. Harry Maguire (Manchester United) header from the centre of the box misses to the right.
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