Yes, great start to December as United win against Spurs at Old Trafford, this was breathless display from United and it felt strange, when I think of how lost they can look against sometimes lesser opposition. Inconsistency is the hallmark of young teams, of course. 

So, too, the inability to kill off opponents, as United had failed to do with Spurs as the interval neared. So it was that a sublime Ali touch-and-finish meant his team were back level in a contest that should already have been over. Mourinho did not gloat over the equaliser. Solskjær, meanwhile, berated the fourth official. It meant the second half was a test for United – and their manager. 

They passed it admirably, thanks primarily to Rashford, who won and then converted the crucial penalty for a ninth league strike of what may prove the watershed season of his young career. In the buildup Solskjær had spoken of the need for patience and how victories can speed up the development of his side. This result has to galvanize both the team, the coaching staff and give the manager some respite from the pressure of those calling for his head at the first sign of a blip. As for Mourinho, the newfound humbleness should mean the greeting of his first Spurs loss with the grace of, well, the Humble One. 

I also note that the 'Last Task' on #TheApprentice is a sure sign we are nearing the real run in for #Christmas as the dreaded interviews will make compelling viewing next week. Alongside my take on these I have also included a music mix which naturally enough given it is December starts to include some Christmas themed tunes. 

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