Sheffield United, however, remain at the 20th spot even with this three points haul from Old Trafford.
The U.S. brings the largest contingent of athletes to any Olympics and also provides the IOC with its most lucrative television deal.
Chelsea Football Club have parted ways with manager Frank Lampard.
The Chelsea legend has endured a torrid run of recent as his team nosedived from an early title challenge to mid-table showings.
United will face Premier League side West Ham in the fifth round of the FA Cup.
An 83rd minute penalty from Ashley Barnes decided the contest.
About 80 percent of people in Japan do not want the Games to be held this summer.
The 15-times major champion has long had problems with his back.
Lampard admitted he is “worried about the slump.”
