It was no surprise, therefore, when Vidic reduced the deficit from Tevez's pull-back after good work in the box by Rooney - and it preceded a last 20 minutes that saw United pile forward and Zenit attempt to pick holes in the Reds' defence on the break.

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Marcus Hahnemann's clearance was flicked on by Long and he ran into the box to meet Doyle's pull-back and slot his side in front.

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