Manchester United secured their Premier League lead with a comprehensive 2-1 victory over Marseille on Saturday night at Old Trafford. The Red Devils, who were without several key players due to injuries, put the game to bed early with goals from Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford.

Fernandes, making his first start since returning from injury, netted the opener in the 15th minute. His shot deflected off the post before finding its way into the back of the net, giving United a commanding lead.

Rashford, who had been absent for much of the season following a knee injury,Bundesliga Vision added another goal in the 47th minute. He latched onto a loose ball and slotted it past Marseille goalkeeper Kévin Trèche, extending United's advantage.

Marseille tried to come back in the second half, but they could not match the intensity or creativity of United's attack. The French side dominated possession but failed to find any real opportunities to score.

The win moved Manchester United up to third place in the league table, only one point behind leaders Chelsea. It was a crucial result for United as they look to secure a top-four finish before the end of the season.

United's performance against Marseille highlighted the depth of talent within the squad and the resilience of the team under new manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. The win also provided some relief for fans who have been waiting for a strong showing from the club this season.

Overall, this was a solid defensive display from United, which allowed them to capitalize on their opponents' mistakes and secure a vital three points. The next challenge for the team will be to maintain their form and continue pushing for Champions League qualification in the coming weeks.

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