The win is significant for a number of reasons, both in the title race and for our overall competitive record against the Villans.
It was also a good night for goalscorers Anthony Martial and Bruno Fernandes, while Eric Bailly put in another brilliant display at the back.
We explain these in more depth and detail some of the other major talking points from a great night at Old Trafford…
REMEMBERING THE DOC
Ahead of kick-off there was a poignant moment as both sides held a minute’s silence to mark the passing of Tommy Docherty.