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08th Aug 2015

The best photos from Manchester United 1-0 Tottenham Hotspur (Gallery)

Tom Victor

Manchester United might not have been at their best in the opening day victory over Tottenham, but the result is the only thing that matters.

The Red Devils gave Premier League debuts to five of their summer signings, but in the end it was an own goal from Spurs full-back Kyle Walker that separated the two teams.

Louis van Gaal made a big call before the game, opting to leave out David de GeaSergio Romero took the Spaniard's place in goal as United kicked off the new campaignWe were treated to the great sight of De Gea, Victor Valdes and Anders Lindegaard all sat in the stands while youngster Sam Johnstone took his place on the benchSpurs threatened early on, with Christian Eriksen wasting a good opportunityBut it was the hosts who took the lead, Walker robbing Wayne Rooney only to send the ball into his own netNew signing Memphis Depay celebrated with Rooney, who was reluctant to claim credit......while Walker dusted himself down after the errorMorgan Schneiderlin was solid enough on his competitive debut, putting in a good shift in front of the back fourMatteo Darmian was particularly impressive on his first Premier League appearance at right-backThere was even time for Bastian Schweinsteiger to make his bow from the bench, as United held on to get their first three points on the board