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Darren Fletcher is denied a fairy tale start as Manchester United manager in a 2-2 draw with Burnley at Turf Moor.
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| Current League Standings | P | GD | PTS | |
| 18 | West Ham United | 20 | -20 | 14 |
| 19 | Burnley | 21 | -19 | 13 |
| 20 | Wolverhampton Wanderers | 21 | -26 | 7 |
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