Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata hailed the performance of Paul Pogba for victory at Leicester City.

Mata paid tribute to Pogba, who provided the assist for Marcus Rashford's goal in Sunday's 1-0 win at Leicester , which made it nine wins and a draw for the Reds since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took charge.

“What can you say about our goal against Leicester?" said Mata. “A spectacular pass from Paul and a great finish from Marcus.

"It wasn't the most eye-catching of games, but we continue on our good run of form which has allowed us to climb up the table and we want more. We want to keep winning to get into the top four. We know it will be difficult, because our opponents are also playing at a top level, but we will give everything until the very end to get there.

“The weeks that lie ahead will be exciting, as well as difficult.

“We've started the month well with a win against Leicester. The team keeps showing that they can dig deep and compete."