Manchester United fullback Diogo Dalot has defended goalkeeper David de Gea for his howler in their FA Cup win against Everton last night.

It was an embarrassing mistake for De Gea, who has made over 500 appearances for United, and Dalot, speaking after the 3-1 victory against Everton, has now opened up about his conversation with the goalkeeper during half-time.

"I spoke to David at half-time and he was not expecting the ball to go through his legs, even I was not expecting the ball to go through his legs, so I will take responsibility, I could have reacted a little bit quicker," Dalot told beIN Sports.

"Credit also to the Everton player [Coady] who reacted quicker than me. I think it's just things for us to learn, luckily we won with merit and we fight to score one more goal and I think we deserved to go through."

Dalot was also asked about Luke Shaw's recent position change to centre-back and he discussed the quality in the dressing room.

"I mean it just shows the quality we have in the squad, to be able to play in different positions, even during the game to be able to play in different roles," he added. "I think it's important for us and something the manager likes and demands.

"It's good for everyone, it gives us other options and I think Luke is doing a fantastic job and we're very happy with him."