‘This is the real Man Utd:’ Solskjaer reacts to Leeds defeat

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said he saw the real Manchester United after their 5-1 win against Leeds in their season opener on Saturday.

The manager praised Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba after the game saying it is how he loves to see his team play.

United started with attacking intent, always looking to play the ball forward and make incisive runs. Bruno Fernandes got a hat-trick and four assists came from Paul Pogba.

Mason Greenwood and Fred also got on the score-sheet in the statement victory

Solskjaer told BT Sport “This is the way I want to see my team play.

“It’s not just because it’s Leeds. I want to see them running, going forward, taking risks and we look fit, to be fair, and some of these players haven’t played more than 45 minutes (in pre-season).”

Discussing Pogba’s outstanding performance, Solskjaer explained that it was important for the Frenchman to feel the confidence of the coaching staff.

“I’ve had a great relationship with Paul all the time since he was a kid and today was about going out there and enjoying yourself,” the boss said.