Manchester United have suffered a double blow to their Champions League hopes after stumbling to defeat in Spain last night.
Their 3-0 defeat against Sevilla ended their hopes in the Europa League not only dented hopes in terms of silverware but also shut another door into the Champions League.
Man United could have finished outside the top four and gone into the Champions League had they won the Europa League. But they must now ensure they finish in the top four of the Premier League.
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In a week in which Chelsea went out of the Champions League to improve Newcastle's chances even further things are very much in Toon hands if they keep winning.
In a further blow Luke Shaw went off injured during the heavy loss against the La Liga side.
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