Manchester United are back; there’s no doubt about it. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has done an outstanding job since taking over at the helm and it is time for the Old Trafford board to reward his efforts.

All Solskjaer has ever wanted is the permanent position and it looks like he's going to get it. If United decide to look elsewhere, there will be uproar.

The change in mindset under Solskjaer is clear for all to see. No team in Champions League history had gone through after losing 2-0 at home in the first leg but United, buoyed by Ole’s spirit and enthusiasm, got off to the perfect start through Romelu Lukaku.

The penalty decision was fortuitous yes but most would argue that United deserved a stroke of luck after an excellent display. With 10 first team players ruled out through suspension or injury, the Red Devils were up against it.

888sport Champions League betting had Solskjaer’s men as rank outsiders to progress but United didn’t care about upsetting the odds.

United ended the game with 19-year-old Tahith Chong and 17-year-old Mason Greenwood on the pitch. This was the latest in an array of fantastic results under Solskjaer; FA Cup wins at Arsenal and Chelsea were special but this is United’s greatest win yet.

Everything had gone against the Red Devils in the build-up but the Premier League side continued to believe.

Confidence and belief are flowing through the squad right now and every player has raised their game since Solskjaer’s arrival.

The difference in standard of performance compared to just four months ago is staggering – it goes some way to showing how Jose Mourinho was allowing his egotistical nature to impact his players.

Paul Pogba is case and point. Under Mourinho, the Frenchman was unable to impact games at the right end of the pitch. Mourinho’s style severely hindered Pogba’s ability to shine.

Under Solskjaer, it has been a different story. Pogba has been directly involved in 16 goals in 12 games since Solskjaer’s arrival compared to nine goals in 20 games under Mourinho.

But it isn’t just about Pogba. Solskjaer has injected new life into this United side across the board.

“It’s never mission impossible” – Solskjaer said that himself in the PSG pre-match press conference earlier in the week. Supporters took note but might not have necessarily bought into his view.

But his United team did. It is far too early to label Solskjaer as Sir Alex Ferguson 2.0 but you can certainly see the similarities between the two. Solskjaer is learning from "The Boss" and that can only be positive for his development.

Solskjaer has formed a strong bond in the dressing room; it may not be the most talented United side of all-time but there is a proper team mentality at Old Trafford.

Nobody is bigger than the club – individual ego has disappeared. It is more about the collective than the sum of its parts these days and Solskjaer is the commodore, steering the Manchester United ship to greatness.

The United fans partied late into the Parisian night like it was 1999 – most inside the Parc des Princes were in shock but the away supporters were jubilant.

Love them or hate them, you have to admire United’s never say die attitude. I spoke about channeling the spirit of 1999 in my Champions League preview this week and United did just that on Wednesday night.

United have forgotten how to lose under Solskjaer and the Red Devils are in it to win it. And on current form, it is difficult to back against them.

Attention now turns back to the Premier League and a massive clash at Arsenal awaits. The Red Devils cannot afford to ponder too much on the PSG result; winning at the Emirates will take United four points clear of the Gunners in the top four battle.

888sport have Solskjaer’s side as underdogs again, odds of 43/20 for an away win represents value in my book.

The turnaround has been rather remarkable. Solskjaer’s side have dropped just four points in their last 12 Premier League games, drawing against Burnley and Liverpool.

United were 11 points outside the top four when Solskjaer arrived at the helm and they now have the chance to potentially move level on points with third placed Tottenham Hotspur.

Solskjaer has United fans dreaming of Champions League glory – and who can blame them? Now 10/1 with 888sport, the Red Devils have a real chance now they have found their mojo again. Write Solskjaer’s side off at your peril; this is not just a phase – Manchester United are back and they’re back for good.

*Odds subject to change - correct at time of writing*

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Each Premier League weekend has inflated importance in the spring months. The Saturday 3pm kick-offs get our attention for this piece, with several fixtures that could change the shape of the relegation battle.

Cardiff, who are currently 18^th, are nearing must-win territory as they host West Ham. Fulham are beyond must-win, requiring a miracle to avoid the drop. They visit Leicester.

Newcastle, who are still a result or two from securing safety, host an Everton team feeling a renewed sense of positivity after drawing with Liverpool. Ralph Hasenhuttl’s Southampton revival has hit a blip of late, and they could fall into the bottom three if they lose to Spurs.

Cardiff City vs WEST HAM UNITED

Cardiff have lost their last three, conceding 10 goals in the process. The away defeat to Wolves last time out was expected.

The two losses at home prior to that are the glaring concern for Neil Warnock, though. If Cardiff are to defy the odds and stay up, they need to win at least two of their remaining home matches.

West Ham have recovered from a poor run, putting in three straight good performances. Victory against Newcastle was not the flashiest of displays, but the defence was solid and made it a relatively comfortable 2-0 win.

Back in the top half, the Hammers are looking to chase down Watford and Wolves for the seventh and eighth spots.

The form books points to a West Ham win. Cardiff will make it very difficult, but the visitors are the team to back in this one.

TIP: West Ham to win or draw @ 33/100

PREDICTED SCORE: Cardiff 1-1 West Ham (Priced at 21/4 with 888sport)

LEICESTER CITY vs Fulham

Both clubs started new eras at the weekend. Brendan Rodgers and Scott Parker’s managerial tenures ended in 2-1 defeats. That is where the similarities end.

Leicester are disappointed with supposed underachievement but could yet finish in the top half and have plenty to be excited about with their squad.

Fulham are as good as relegated and are set to have huge player turnover again this summer. The Cottagers have played at less than the sum of their parts all campaign.

They have lost 13 of their 15 away matches, picking up just two points. Slight improvements against Chelsea are not enough to suggest they can improve their road form at the King Power.

The hosts have struggled in front of their own fans this season but will be confident of beating this Fulham team. With Youri Tielemans pinging the ball from midfield and an electric attack, Leicester could win this comfortably.

TIP: Leicester to win @ 11/20

PREDICTED SCORE: Leicester 3-1 Fulham (Priced at 21/2 with 888sport)

NEWCASTLE UNITED vs Everton

Newcastle lost at West Ham last weekend, though defeats for fellow relegation candidates saw their six-point cushion remain.

With nine matches to play, the Magpies will be safe with just a couple of victories. The Geordie faithful will be in good voice on Saturday afternoon on the back of four straight home league wins and the arrival of the exciting Miguel Almiron.

There’s renewed positivity amongst Everton fans right now, too. A comfortable win away to Cardiff ended a three-match losing run before a hard-fought draw with Liverpool put a dent in their fiercest rivals’ Premier League title hopes.

Away performances have been patchy this term, though, making it hard to tell which Everton we will see in the northeast.

St James’ Park is a difficult away day. Newcastle will be determined to prove last weekend’s loss was no more than a blip.

TIP: Newcastle to win OR draw @ 12/25

PREDICTED SCORE: Newcastle 2-1 Everton (Priced at 9/1 with 888sport)

SOUTHAMPTON vs TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR

A pair of stunning strikes gave Southampton a sniff of an upset at Old Trafford last weekend. Eventual defeat will have hurt, and it leaves them just two points above Cardiff, who occupy the final relegation spot.

A win here would be a huge boost for Saints, particularly considered their favourable remaining fixtures. Furthermore, Premier League form suggests this is an ideal time to face Spurs.

Mauricio Pochettino’s side were lucky to draw with Arsenal last weekend and lost their two league matches before that.

The backs-to-the-wall win in Dortmund in midweek to book a place in the Champions League quarter-finals helped to rebuild some confidence, though fatigue may be an issue.

Southampton have struggled at home all year, winning just three times in the league. Despite consecutive away defeats, Spurs boast a strong away record. Facing Dortmund on Tuesday rather than Wednesday will make a difference for Pochettino’s side here.

TIP: Over 2.5 goals @ 10/13

PREDICTED SCORE: Southampton 1-3 Tottenham (Priced at 12/1 with 888sport)

*Odds subject to change - correct at time of writing*