Manchester United boss Ole Gunner Solskjaer admitted his young team made hard work of their victory but was pleased that teenager Mason Greenwood scored the winner in a 1-0 Europa League win over FC Astana.

"We made it hard for ourselves. Games like these, you want to make sure you win the game in the first 20 minutes and you can enjoy it.

"You could see some of our lads needed games but it's pleasing we got the three points. We always know that in and around the box he is one of the best finishers we have got.

"I'm sure [Mason Greenwood] will go home and be happy with that one. We think today was a great opportunity for them [the young players].

"We wouldn't throw them in if they weren't ready. Some of them won't play against West Ham but will play against Rochdale midweek."