Man Utd head for Champions League as Memphis shines

The Dutch forward earns himself a kiss from Louis van Gaal as he proves he can become an Old Trafford legend

Memphis Depay
(Image credit: Oli Scarff/AFP)

Manchester United 3 Brugges 1

Memphis Depay was man of the match as he inspired Manchester United to a 3-1 victory over Brugges in the first leg of their Champions League play-off clash at Old Trafford, but he may not be too pleased with his reward for a virtuoso two-goal performance - a smooch from the manager.

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