WBA 1 - 2 United - Good Fortune

Lucky escape for United. This is the match that tells us Gary Neville needs to retire.

United were able to come away with 3 points away from Old Trafford for only the second time this season in the Barclay's Premier League. However, most who watched the match would rightfully argue that WBA were the better side at The Hawthorns. Aside from the wonder strike from James Morrison, West Brom couldn't find enough creative force, nor fortune to capitalize on their superior play. Much of the focus will undoubtedly be on the poor play of Gary Neville, and how referee Chris Foy inexplicably didn't award a penalty and send off Neville after his cynical challenge to Graham Dorrans in the penalty area.

However, the poor overall play by United, most specifically in their midfield, is the concern United supporters should have after this match. The one positive is that finding a way to grind out 3 points after such a lastluster performance is the type of result that goes a long way in a title chase. After Wayne Rooney scored his first goal in open play since March 2010 and another late in the match strike from Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez, United still find themselves atop the table.