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- Updated: January 20, 2014
A hat-trick by Cameroon international Samuel Eto’o has put an end to Manchester United’ hopes of retaining the Premier League tittle .
The former African footballer of the year scored twice in the first half and completed his treble just after the interval to ensure Chelsea maintained the pressure on the Premier League pacesetters and surely ended Manchester United’s chances of retaining their title.
The veteran striker scored twice in the first half and completed his treble just after the interval to leave Chelsea only two points behind leaders Arsenal and one behind favourite Manchester City.
Javier Hernandez scored a consolation goal for the visitors with 14 minutes left. United must now try to overturn a 2-1 defeat against Sunderland in the Capital One Cup semi-final second leg at Old Trafford on Wednesday without their suspended captain, Nemanja Vidic who was sent off after a needless lunge on Eden Hazard.
The champions are now 14 points behind leaders Arsenal, who have consistently maintained the top spot.
Super Eagles midfielder, Mikel Obi came in for Brazilian Oscar in the 68th minute.
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