Manchester United beats Arsenal 1-0 to return in Premier League hunt

MANCHESTER: Manchester United returned to the Premier League hunt after defeating Arsenal 1-0 at Old Trafford Stadium on Sunday, ARY News reported Monday.

The first and only goal in the game was scored by Robin Van Persie in the 27th minute.

Manchester United also climbed to the 5th spot in the table after Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspurs lost their respective matches in the weekend.

Tottenham Hotspurs were beaten 1-0 by Newcastle United whereas derby rivals Manchester City were also beaten by Sunderland 1-0. Chelsea were held 2-2 by West Brom Albion on Saturday.

Liverpool defeated Fulham 4-0 at Anfield Park in Liverpool on Saturday.