Manchester United’s regular match-going fans are, by and large, a patient bunch. They often sang the name of David Moyes even in his latter days as manager. They have plenty of cause to be patient, of course, having witnessed more success in their lifetimes than the fanbase of any other English club.
However, as United played out an uninspiring 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace on Saturday, there was plenty of evidence that those in attendance were frustrated with the style of football Louis van Gaal has brought to the Red Devils.
There were hints early on in the encounter that Paul Scholes’ criticism of the style of play to BBC Radio Manchester (h/t Mike Keegan of MailOnline) had struck a chord with supporters.