1.  A real blow this was, as United need every point they can get and now the fight for survival is really on.

2.  With only nine matches left, Rongen admits United needs to win nearly all of them to reach the postseason and defend its title.

3.  And England defender Neville said Ferguson staying in the post was just what United need.

4.  The win means United need just five points from their last four games to be crowned league champions for the third consecutive year.