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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer slams referee Anthony Taylor for his 'shocking' decision to book Daniel James for diving after Manchester United winger appeared to be caught in the face by Liam Cooper

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has hit out at referee Anthony Taylor's decision to book Daniel James for diving, during the Red Devils 6-2 win over Leeds.

In the 52nd minute the Welshman was cautioned after his impressive solo run which started in his own half; was halted after a duel with Liam Cooper.

Taylor booked the 23-year-old for diving, however footage showed there was contact initiated by the Leeds defender as James burst into the box.

Daniel James' fantastic individual run was halted by Leeds United defender Liam Cooper
The Welsh winger was booked for diving, however replays clearly show there was contact

'For me it's either a penalty or a free-kick for Dan and he gets a yellow card for diving - that's shocking refereeing.