United snatch draw

Updated 19.25 Sat Apr 19 2008
Keywords: Carlos Tevez, Chelsea, Blackburn, Manchester United

Carlos Tevez has saved Manchester United from a shock defeat by Blackburn with a late equaliser.

Roque Santa Cruz scored for Rovers in the 21st minute when he fired the ball past Tomasz Kuszczak from inside the penalty area.

Tevez finally flicked in a header after a spell of relentless pressure from the reigning champions

Heroic defending and a string of saves by goalkeeper Brad Friedel saw Blackburn cling on to the lead until the 88th minute at Ewood park.

Tevez finally flicked in a header after a spell of relentless pressure from the reigning champions.

The point will keep United on track to win the Barclays Premier League title, though manager Sir Alex Ferguson greeted the final whistle with a face like thunder.

United are three points above second-placed Chelsea with three games remaining, although United also have a superior goal difference.

The two sides clash at Stamford Bridge next Saturday.

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