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Ralf Rangnick has rejected the idea that Manchester United fans were moaning as they battled to a hard fought win over Brighton.

The Red Devils eventually overcame their opponents with two second-half goals, which bolstered their top four hopes.

But prior to that they went in level at the interval with the Seagulls enjoying more of the play.

David de Gea was needed to keep the game scoreless as Brighton attempted to cause a shock.

United's performances have left a lot to be desired recently and Graham Potter's side were able to dominate the ball - something that is becoming all too regular at Old Trafford.

Rangnick accepts that seeing the away side enjoy the lions share of possession is not what the home crowd are accustomed to, but commended them in staying with the team.

He said: "We realised that they had too often possession of the ball and could only intercept in few situations. Should we change to a formation to back three?

"We decided to stick to 4-2-3-1 with more risk and it paid off. In the first 10 minutes of the second half we had more success moments and it raised the crowd, they were not moaning and were getting behind the