EPL: West Brom knocks Man United over to move closer to league safety

Manchester United suffered a third consecutive defeat on Saturday, losing to West Brom by a goal despite dominating ball possession.

West Brom inched closer to ensuring a safe position for themselves in the English Premier League (EPL), thanks to Chris Brunt's free-kick, which was deflected into the Manchester United net off team-mate Jonas Olsson.

Thereafter, West Brom's Boaz Myhill saved Robin Van Persie's penalty after Saido Berahino's handball in the area.

While Louis van Gaal's side is now just four points above fifth-placed Liverpool, West Brom or the "Baggies" as they are fondly referred to, have now reached 40 points, the mark considered to be enough to survive in the top flight, reports the BBC.

This was West Brom's second successive win at Old Trafford.

For Van Gaal, this was a third straight game without a goal.

Liverpool reportedly now believe that they can achieve the fourth Champions League qualifying spot.