It didn't take long for Manchester United fans to start dreaming about a bright future under the guidance of new manager Erik ten Hag.
A sense of enigma and mystery accompanied his move to Old Trafford, with his past successes at Ajax caveated by the fact he was unproven away from Dutch football, despite his formidable record in the Champions League.
But just over half an hour into his first match as manager, any doubting supporters were quickly sold on his credentials as a third goal was delicately chipped into the Liverpool net.
