Van Gaal wants a 'horny' Man Utd but the fans want sexy football

Manager calls for more passion from his side as they try to avoid Europa League humiliation against Denmark's Midtjylland

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Louis van Gaal shares a joke with reporters during the press conference
(Image credit: LINDSEY PARNABY/AFP/Getty Images)

Manchester United could hardly be accused of playing "sexy" football this season, but manager Louis van Gaal has urged his players to be "horny" ahead of their must-win Europa League clash with FC Midtjylland.

Van Gaal made the unexpected revelation when asked about his side's commitment to the cause, saying United "need desire, hunger and a lot of times I use the word 'horny' to my players".

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