O’Leary: United can still have say in title race

DAVID O’LEARY believes Manchester United can still have a say in the Premiership title race if Wayne Rooney continues his stunning form over the second half of the season.

Rooney produced another dazzling performance for the Red Devils and scored his 10th of the season against an inept Aston Villa on Saturday.

Villa boss O’Leary is a big fan of the former Everton star and is also aware that Alex Ferguson’s side tend to become stronger after Christmas. United have now taken 19 points from their last seven matches as they strive to ensure the battle for the title is not a one-horse race.