Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney praised youngsters Paddy McNair and Luke Shaw after defeat at Chelsea.

The pair deputised admirably for the injured Phil Jones and Daley Blind despite not featuring for the Reds in over a month.

"I thought they [McNair, Shaw] were excellent. Paddy came up against a very physical player in Didier Drogba and handled him really well," said Rooney.

"As for Luke, we all know what a talent he is. He's been out for a while and has come back today giving a very good performance. I think the two lads will take a lot of confidence from that display."