PICTURE SPECIAL: Ferguson leads the celebrations at Old Trafford as Manchester United revel in winning their 20th top-flight title

Manchester United beat Aston Villa 3-0 at Old Trafford on Monday night to clinch their 20th top-flight title and wrestle back the Premier League crown from their rivals Manchester City.

Lethal Dutch striker Robin van Persie scored a sublime first-half hat-trick, including a stunning volley into the far corner, as Sir Alex Ferguson's side became champions of England once more.

Ferguson led the celebrations in the dressing room at Old Trafford as his team sealed the title at the end of yet another stellar Premier League campaign.

I'll drink to that! Sir Alex Ferguson led the celebrations as Manchester United celebrated winning the Barclays Premier League on Monday