Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says it is not possible to expect Manchester United's youngsters to play "tippy-tappy" football in the manner of Manchester City at this stage of their development.
United produced one of their best displays of the season in Thursday's Premier League clash with Newcastle United, coming from a goal down to ease to a 4-1 victory at Old Trafford.
Anthony Martial scored twice, while Mason Greenwood and Marcus Rashford were also on target after Matty Longstaff had given the visitors a 17th-minute lead.
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Solskjaer's side have often struggled to break down more defensive opposition this term, but the United boss believes the win over Newcastle shows their style can work.