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David Moyes insists he has 'no regrets' about West Ham's defensive approach against Manchester United as Champions League hopefuls lose ground on top four rivals

David Moyes has doubled-down on the defensive tactics that led to a turgid display and a damaging result for West Ham's Champions League dreams on Sunday.

Manchester United dominated possession and Dean Henderson was given an easy ride as Craig Dawson's own-goal was enough for Old Trafford hosts to win 1-0.

The Hammers' barely created a scoring chance and lacked energy in United loanee Jesse Lingard's absence, as the Londoners begin to show some cracks after a sensational turnaround from relegation favourites to top-four contenders this season.

West Ham put in a lifeless display at Manchester United to lose 1-0 at Old Trafford on Sunday

West Ham put in a lifeless display at Manchester United to lose 1-0 at Old Trafford on Sunday

Centre-back Craig Dawson's own-goal proved to be the difference between the two sides
Hammers boss David Moyes has defended his pre-match plan to play a defensive game

Hammers boss David Moyes has defended his pre-match plan to play a defensive game

Asked by Sky Sports whether he would alter his tactics in hindsight, Moyes said: 'No.