Rafael's exquisite strike helped Manchester United stay on course for the Barclays Premier League title as embattled QPR's survival hopes took another blow following a 2-0 result.

Manchester United’s Rafael da Silva (2nd L) celebrates scoring against Queens Park Rangers during their English Premier League soccer match in London February 23, 2013. REUTERS/Nigel Roddis (BRITAIN - ...

Manchester United performed as expected against Queens Park Rangers at Loftus Road Stadium on Saturday, winning 2-0 to move even farther ahead on the English Premier League table ...