Louis van Gaal’s reign as manager of Manchester United has come to an end. The Dutchman’s parting gift to the Red Devils was their first FA Cup trophy since 2004 – which brings them level with Arsenal for all-time FA Cup success, with both red-clad clubs having won the competition twelve times.
The Dutchman can leave United knowing that he is the first manager since Sir Alex Ferguson to bring silverware to the Old Trafford trophy room, but will be disappointed not to have seriously challenged for the league title, or indeed attained Champions League football for next season.
As Van Gaal leaves, almost certainly to be succeeded by his one-time apprentice in Jose Mourinho, we take a look back at his United side’s five best results under his management. Whilst mostly based on quality of performance, the games have been chosen with the meaningfulness of the wins also in mind.
In reverse order…
