Manchester United defeated Aston Villa 3-1 today at Old Trafford in Round 30 of the English Premier League, moving into sole possession of third place in the standings with 54 points, while Aston Villa remain fourth with 40 points. In the same round, Liverpool drew 1-1 with Tottenham, while Crystal Palace drew goalless with Leeds, and Nottingham Forest also drew 0-0 with Fulham.