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Manchester beat Portsmouth

Published:Wednesday | April 22, 2009 | 7:08 PM

Manchester United returned to the English Premier League summit with a 2-nil win over Portsmouth, while Chelsea and Everton drew nil-all at Stamford Bridge.



The Red Devils lost the top spot just 24 hours ago after Liverpool’s thrilling 4-all draw with Arsenal.



However, goals from Wayne Rooney, ninth minute, and Michael Carrick 82nd, sent Sir Alex Ferguson’s side back to the top, with a game in hand on Liverpool.