Manchester United arrived back in Stockport late on Sunday night following their 2-0 defeat by Arsenal - a result that ended their 25-match unbeaten run and dented their hopes of securing a top-four finish.
Goals from Granit Xhaka and former United forward Danny Welbeck helped Arsene Wenger's side secure all-three points and keep alive their own slim hopes of qualifying for the Champions League.
United's hopes of finishing in the top four had been boosted by Liverpool's draw with Southampton earlier on Sunday. But they were unable to capitalise on their rival's slip up, meaning victory in the Europa League is their best chance of securing Champions League football next season.