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'The shackles are off' - Man United players are free again without Mourinho, says Owen

Former Manchester United forward Michael Owen feels that the departure of Jose Mourinho has been a breath of fresh air around the club, and that the more relaxed atmosphere was reflected in Saturday's drubbing of Cardiff City.

A double from Jesse Lingard added to Marcus Rashford, Ander Herrera and Anthony Martial's goals as United ran riot in a 5-1 victory in south Wales.

That win meant Solskjaer, who replaced the sacked Mourinho on an interim basis, enjoyed the perfect start on the bench for the Red Devils, who also cut the deficit behind fourth-placed Chelsea to eight points.