This weekend, Manchester United will shift their focus from the top four race to their upcoming FA Cup quarter-final against Liverpool at Old Trafford. United secured their spot in the last eight of the tournament with a 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at the City Ground last month. Casemiro scored a decisive goal towards the end of the match to maintain the Reds’ chance of winning a trophy this season. While winning the FA Cup is a key goal for United, they are also eager to secure a spot in the Champions League for the upcoming season. With only 10 Premier League games left, they are currently trailing the final qualification spot by eight points. The latest financial results for United underscore the substantial challenge facing Sir Jim Ratcliffe at Old Trafford, despite seeing record revenues. Stay updated with the latest news and transfer updates from United by reading more. United narrowed the distance to Aston Villa in fourth place to just eight points by defeating Everton 2-0 at Old Trafford on Saturday. The next day, Villa was defeated 4-0 by Tottenham Hotspur, who are also vying for a top four spot. The two teams are now only two points apart. Despite United trailing behind in the race for a top four finish, there is still hope for Erik ten Hag’s team. As we approach a crucial point in the season, every goal and point can make a significant difference. MEN Sport has analyzed Manchester United’s upcoming league matches in relation to those of Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur. United currently sits in sixth place with three points. The game at Brentford is scheduled for March 30th.
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