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The spirit of Van Gaal! Man United fans praise Fellaini's throwback goal against Boro
MAROUANE FELLAINI scored a thumping header from Ashley Young's cross to give Manchester United the lead against Middlesbrough, and fans were quick to point out similarities with an ex-manager's style of play.
Manchester United fans react to Marouane Fellaini's goal against Middlesbrough
Belgian midfielder Fellaini broke the deadlock at the Riverside with a back post header, bringing to mind memories of United's direct style under Louis van Gaal.
Manchester United fans have been quick to praise the much-maligned Fellaini, and wasted no time in drawing comparisons between Jose Mourinho and their former Dutch manager.
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