Robin Van Persie's first-half hat trick helped Manchester United produce a performance of style and swagger, a 3-0 victory over Aston Villa that clinched the club's record 20th English league title with four matches to spare.
Manchester United has a 16-point lead over Manchester City, which has five games left. United is expected to receive the trophy after its last home game of the season, against Swansea on May 12.
