Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hailed David de Gea as the best goalkeeper in the world following his heroics in the stunning Champions League win over Villarreal.
Cristiano Ronaldo struck in the 95th minute to lift United past Villarreal 2-1 in a last-gasp comeback at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
United were fortunate to be on level terms at half-time – De Gea producing a number of saves to thwart Villarreal in a rematch of last season s Europa League final.
Paco Alcacer did find a way past De Gea in the second half, but Alex Telles sublime volley and Ronaldo s stoppage-time winner ensured United opened their Group F account following the club s matchday one defeat.
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