Ghanaian right back Timothy Fosu Mensah played the long haul and impressed as Jose Mourinho put a full stop to a disappointing start to the season.
Mensah was given his first start under the Jose Mourinho era and will be delighted with his contribution after excelling at the back and not shying away from contribute going forward.
The young defender is yet to make up his mind on whether to represent Ghana or continue going up the Dutch radar.
Manchester United brought an end to a three game winless streak after defeating Northampton Town 3-1 in the English Football League Cup.