Louis van Gaal: Manchester United better with Adnan Januzaj than Angel Di Maria

LOUIS VAN GAAL feels that he was right to replace Angel Di Maria with Adnan Januzaj during Manchester United's 2-0 win over Sunderland.

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Di Maria was replaced by Januzaj following a poor first half

A brace from skipper Wayne Rooney sealed a vital three points for the Red Devils at Old Trafford, but Di Maria failed to make much of an impression.

The Argentina international was subsequently removed from the action at half-time, with Januzaj taking over in midfield.

The youngster helped turn the game in United's favour, looking bright and lively as Van Gaal's team kept up their charge for a top four finish.

Angel Di Maria suffers an interview cock-up

We were better in the second half so I cannot say it was the wrong decision

Louis van Gaal

And speaking after the game, the Dutchman revealed he was justified in making the bold replacement, adding that Di Maria needs time to find his confidence again.

Van Gaal explained: "I want to win. I have to observe and analyse. We were better in the second half so I cannot say it was the wrong decision.

"We have to give [Di Maria] time to adapt and lift his confidence again. He's a human being and makes mistakes like everyone else."

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