England goalkeeper Mary Earps made a young fan's day by hugging the tearful girl after Manchester United's 4-0 win at Tottenham.
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United thrash Tottenham in WSLRed Devils keep pace in title raceEngland keeper Earps hugs crying fanGettyWHAT HAPPENED?
United closed to within four points of Women's Super League leaders Chelsea with a 4-0 win at Spurs on Sunday. After securing the victory, England keeper Earps was seen engaging with supporters and one moment stood out when she embraced a young fan. The youngster, who was crying and said "I love you" to the Lionesses star, received a big hug from the 30-year-old in a touching moment.
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United's win and Chelsea's 4-1 loss to Arsenal breathed fresh life into the WSL title race. The Gunners are now level on points with the defending champions, the Blues, and Manchester City and United are three and four points back respectively.
WHAT NEXT FOR EARPS?
Earps' United side are back in WSL action next Sunday at home to fifth-placed Liverpool in what is the final round of fixtures before the winter break.