Norwich City’s chances of avoiding relegation seem increasingly dismal after a home defeat by Champions League-chasing Manchester United.
It was a match low on chances, but the win moves United to within one point of Manchester City, who are fourth.
A mistake by Sebastien Bassong allowed Wayne Rooney to race clear and find the supporting Juan Mata, who slotted in.
Defeat left Norwich second from bottom, one point behind Sunderland and two adrift of Newcastle. Both north-east teams play at 15:00 BST, reports the BBC.
For United, the prospect of playing in next season’s Champions League remains achievable.
Manchester City host Arsenal on Sunday and anything other than victory for Manuel Pellegrini’s side would put United’s bid for a top-four finish in their own hands.
