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Manchester United 2 – 1 Chelsea (Premier League) Manchester United battled to a deserved 2 – 1 victory over Chelsea on a fine summer’s afternoon in their Barclays Premier League game at Old Trafford. Things did not get off to a good start for Manchester United as cultured midfielder Frank Lampard seized on an error by Tom Cleverley to score a long range shot which curled past the goalkeeper. Chelsea also saw their 31st minute strike disallowed in controversial circumstances. Scotland captain Darren Fletcher then equalized for Manchester United in the 76th minute with a screamer from well outside the area. Manchester United’s winner came through Nani as he seized on John Terry’s mistake to score a penalty. Nani’s impact delighted the fans with his late goal. Man Utd are currently on a five match unbeaten run and the title contenders lie in 1st place in the Barclays Premier League. Man of the Match: Darren Fletcher (Man Utd) Attendance: 75797