RALF RANGNICK admitted that Manchester United were far from perfect despite getting a much-needed 1-0 win over Aston Villa to reach the fourth round of the FA Cup.

Scott McTominay headed home the only goal after just eight minutes, but Villa were left to rue a host of missed chances and a controversial VAR review that ruled out an equalizer from Danny Ings in the second half.

Interim manager Rangnick desperately needed a response to a week of unrest in the United camp that followed a dismal performance in losing 1-0 at home to Wolves.

One big decision was taken out of the German’s hands as Cristiano Ronaldo was not fit to feature. But there was little improvement in the performance despite holding out to set up a fourth round clash at home to Middlesbrough.                             (SD-Agencies)