That’s why coaches play these tactics against us because they are counting always on the counter-attack.
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However, Carrick said the squad were not anxious by the criticism and denied United had become “more conservative” since Van Gaal took over in 2014.
Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal has accepted the jeers directed towards him from the Old Trafford faithful, BBC reports.
“I can only advise the fans to criticise the manager and not the players”, he said. Because Wayne is a fantastic player the expectation is much higher than another player in another club, I can imagine that. “We had to wait a long time but we deserved it. I’m relieved, but also very proud of my players”. If two teams attack it is easier.
The hosts enjoyed 69 per cent possession and had 15 attempts at goal.
Ander Herrera still regards Wayne Rooney as one of the best players on the planet despite his indifferent form this season.
Rooney was initially deployed as a number 10 by Van Gaal and the manager was upbeat after the win and expressed happiness over his decision to allow Rooney to play further forward after Fellaini’s inclusion.
“I think we have attacked for 85 minutes of the 90 minutes, so we have given a lot of entertainment and it’s dependable of the goals”, said the Dutchman.
“For us it’s very important when he feels good, but if he scores, of course, it’s much better for everyone”.
With both Valencia and Darmian unavailable for selection, Ashley Young is expected to once again deputise at right-back after filling in against CSKA Moscow in midweek.
Van Gaal said restoring the players’ confidence and helping them to cope with the pressure were key. And also, this year we are closer than last year.
A chorus of boos rang around Old Trafford as they laboured to a 1-0 win over CSKA Moscow in the Champions League.
Team News: Morgan Schneidelin has been struggling with an ailment, which forced him to be inactive for the Champions League contest, but he has returned to training and could be in the starting XI.
Otherwise van Gaal has no fresh injury worries to contend with.
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Long-term absentees Luke Shaw and Paddy McNair remain sidelined.
