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English Premier News :: Manchester United clinch 19th league title with draw at Blackburn

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Posted on 2011-05-14 by Gooner

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Blackburn had taken a first-half lead through Brett Emerton and Martin Olsson hit the bar for Rovers with a header before Wayne Rooney equalised with a penalty with 17 minutes remaining.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson added: "Our away form has not been great, yet our home form has been absolutely fantastic - that's won us the title."

The Red Devils have dropped just two points at Old Trafford, though Ferguson's side have picked up just 25 points from a possible 57 on their travels..

United will be presented with the Premier League trophy on May 22 after their home game at against relegation-threatened Blackpool.

 

Sourced From : Gooners Guide to English Football

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