Atalanta v Man Utd: Every word from Solskjaer’s press conference

You’ve received a lot of praise and criticism during your time at Man United but even after a win over Tottenham like last weekend. I could see some critics on certain parts, how you set up defensively, not the United way et cetera. Do you feel that people just want you to fail no matter what and also is proving people wrong something that motivates you and drives you on?
“Criticism can make you doubt yourself or you can stand up for yourself. I’ve always enjoyed criticism, so that’s… Just keep that coming, that’s fine. You know, journalists, pundits, experts, we’ve all got different jobs. It’s their job to give their opinions and I’m not to fight with them or have a spot with anyone.”

In Italy, we say Atalanta is the most “English” side in Italy with their pace, intensity and style. Obviously, you played them at Old Trafford a few weeks back. What makes this team so special, in your opinion?
“They have a special way of playing. A certain style with high tempo, intensity, they’re aggressive, very attacking-minded and positive. The coach, I have to say, he shines that energy when he’s leading his team. I can see why you think that’s English. Maybe that’s the old style of what English football is. It’s also exciting to watch. We’ve followed them a while, of course, with Amad signing here. What they’ve done in a short space of time, the last three, four, five years has been remarkable. It’s a very nice club with with very good people that we were in contact with, of course, when we signed Amad.”

What do you expect from Atalanta?
“I think Atalanta are a team with a unique style of play. They’re very true and loyal to the style, believing in themselves. We got the game we expected. There’s always some things they might try to do different to win any game. We’re the same as them. We always try to create problems for any opposition and they will create problems for any opposition with their style.”