Louis van Gaal sings the Beatles after watching Manchester United beat Tottenham

Eccentric Dutchman breaks into song during press conference to celebrate his birthday

Simon Rice
Sunday 09 August 2015 11:52 BST
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Louis van Gaal with Michael Carrick
Louis van Gaal with Michael Carrick (GETTY IMAGES)

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Louis van Gaal could be excused for feeling happy after seeing his Manchester United side record an opening day win over Tottenham on his birthday.

However few expected the Dutchman was so cock-a-hoop that he would break into song in the post-match press conference.

But that's exactly what the unpredictably Manchester United manager did.

Informing the assembled media of his age - Van Gaal said: "Sixty-four." He continued: "The Beatles have a song. You know that? Sixty-four. When I'm 64. When you hear what they are singing, all my wishes are fulfilled."

Watch Van Gaal below...

Van Gaal's side were somewhat fortunate to beat Spurs on Saturday lunchtime, with a disjointed display resulting in three points thanks to Kyle Walker's own goal.

Manchester United's next match is against Aston Villa.

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