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PLAYER RATINGS: Bukayo Saka dazzles again at the heart of Arsenal's attack, but Raphael Varane and Bruno Fernandes flop for Manchester United as Red Devils fall further behind in top four race

Arsenal earned three vital points in the race for Champions League qualification as they beat Manchester United 3-1 at the Emirates Stadium.

Nuno Tavares, Bukayo Saka and Granit Xhaka all got on the scoresheet as the Gunners moved into fourth spot, six points ahead of United.

Sportsmail's NICK CALLOW rated the players.

Arsenal have moved up to fourth in the Premier League after beating Manchester United

ARSENAL (4-2-3-1)

Aaron Ramsdale: A few exceptional saves but some worryingly inconsistent distribution from the back led to United getting some unexpected possession and chances. 7

Cedric Soares: A characteristically solid if unspectacular display from the recalled right-back.