Man Utd stunned in season opener against Swansea

Louis van Gaal's reign as Manchester United boss began with a shocking defeat by Swansea that revived memories of last year's dismal campaign at Old Trafford.

The Red Devils fell behind to Ki Sung-yueng's precise 20-yard shot, before skipper Wayne Rooney levelled with a close-range volley from a corner.

Juan Mata’s corner was helped on at the near post by Phil Jones and newly-appointed captain Rooney’s overhead kick from close range flew into the net.

Playing in front of their own fans in the season opener, United had more of the ball but failed to deal with Jefferson Montero's cross, allowing Gylfi Sigurdsson to tap in.

The Icelander finished after Wayne Routledge’s mis-kicked shot dropped into his path to restore the Swans' advantage.

United substitute Marouane Fellaini’s only contribution was to escape censure for flicking out an arm at Ki as Swansea comfortably held out to claim a first league win at Old Trafford after beating the Red Devils in the FA Cup third round last season.