This archive report was first published on 10 July 2020.
On July 9, 2020, Manchester United made a strong statement in their Premier League match against Aston Villa, securing a 3-0 win that left little doubt about the outcome.
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes opened the scoring in the first half, converting a penalty to give his team the upper hand. Mason Greenwood soon followed suit, adding another goal to the tally before the break.
Paul Pogba sealed the win for Manchester United just before the hour mark, netting his 100th goal for the club since April 2019. The victory could have been more convincing, with Anthony Martial hitting the woodwork and Marcus Rashford having a goal ruled out for offside.
David De Gea made his 399th appearance for Manchester United, a testament to his dedication and commitment to the team. The win marked a significant milestone for the team, and they could have had more with the chances they created.
Watch the highlights from the game above and read post-match reaction from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and David De Gea.
