Louis van Gaal looking for Man Utd to improve despite win over Liverpool

Manchester United beat fierce rivals Liverpool 3-0 and extended their winning streak to six games, but manager Louis van Gaal believes there are areas where his side can still improve.

United won thanks to goals from Wayne Rooney, Juan Mata, and Robin van Persie, and while the scoreline looked comfortable, Liverpool had a number of very good opportunities themselves.

David De Gea was named Man of the Match for his heroics in goal, and he denied Raheem Sterling and Mario Balotelli on numerous occasions.

Van Gaal was pleased with his team’s performance going forward, but he believes his team need to give less chances away and retain the ball better.

Speaking to Sky Sports after the match, the former Netherlands manager said: ”I think we have scored wonderful goals. We also kept the shape very good. In spite of the goals we gave a lot of chances away. That was every time we gave unnecessary passes away and that is how we have to improve.”

United made a disappointing start to the campaign under Van Gaal, winning just one of their opening five games, but their recent form has seen them climb up to third in the table.