Nothing sets the tone for a new era better than three points on home soil.
Manchester United's new interim boss Ralf Rangnick takes charge of his new side for the first time against Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon.
The world will be watching to see how the German gets on. But how have his predecessors in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era performed on debut? Sportsmail takes a look at Messrs Moyes, Van Gaal, Mourinho and Solskjaer.
DAVID MOYES
Having been handed a six-year contract as Sir Alex Ferguson's successor, David Moyes took charge of his first United game in the 2013 Community Shield against the surprise FA Cup winners from the season before, Wigan Athletic.