Scott McTominay was happy to see Manchester United grind out a tough win over West Ham United on Sunday.

The Red Devils won 1-0 at Old Trafford thanks to an own goal from Craig Dawson.

"Really important to win a third tough game in a week," said McTominay. "They set up well and they have good players.

"The message at half time was to keep playing at the tempo we can play at. It's about not getting frustrated. When you play teams that sit in you have to play at the tempo you can play at. We tried our best to keep pushing."

On the race for the top-four, McTominay added: "We've had too many [late goals conceded] this season. There's no shame in a tough game against West Ham.

"It's sometimes the way to win, you can't always win four or five nil. A third game in a week is one you just have to win. It's Manchester City have had a terrific run and we're doing our best to try and keep on them."