Solskjaer: 'Thankfully we had the best goalkeeper in the world tonight.'

Solskjaer: 'Thankfully we had the best goalkeeper in the world tonight.'
Solskjaer lauded De Gea’s performance (Martin Rickett/PA)

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer lauded world-class David De Gea and matchwinner Cristiano Ronaldo after Manchester United secured a thrilling last-gasp Champions League comeback win against Villarreal.

Having kicked off Group F with a shock late defeat at Young Boys, the Red Devils were facing the prospect of a third straight home defeat in all competitions after Paco Alcacer deservedly put the visitors ahead.

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