EPL 2016/17: Manchester United 0-0 West Bromwich Albion, 5 talking points

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - APRIL 01: Jose Salomon Rondon of West Bromwich Albion, Marouane Fellaini of Manchester United and Claudio Yacob of West Bromwich Albion colide during the Premier League match between Manchester United and West Bromwich Albion at Old Trafford on April 1, 2017 in Manchester, England.  (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
A hotly contested affair ended all even at Old Trafford

#2 A trademark Pulis-esque performance by the Baggies

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - APRIL 01: Craig Dawson of West Bromwich Albion shows appreciation to the fans after the Premier League match between Manchester United and West Bromwich Albion at Old Trafford on April 1, 2017 in Manchester, England.  (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
West Brom are on course for their highest ever finish in the Premier League

Tony Pulis' sides have always been associated with some resolute defending at the back. And a sound defence has again laid the foundation for his success at The Hawthorns. West Bromwich Albion are flying high under the hard English taskmaster this season and are on course for their record points tally in the first division which stands currently at 49 points.

After a convincing 3-1 win over Arsenal in their last game, the Baggies again provided a glimpse of their strong mentality against an in-form Manchester United side. The defenders were drilled to the absolute tee as every tackle, every clearance was inch perfect. Combine that with the brilliance of Ben Foster in goal and you have the perfect recipe for a precious away point at Old Trafford.

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