Shrewsbury Town 0-3 Manchester United: FA Cup fifth round as it happened

That's all we have for you this evening. We hope you enjoyed our coverage of this FA Cup tie, which may ease some of the pressure on Louis van Gaal.

Have a good night!

Full-time: Shrewsbury 0-3 Manchester United

A youthful-looking United side now appear happy to play keep-ball. The Red Devils have dominated this game from start to finish, and you can hardly blame them.

In fact, they almost grab a fourth through Lingard, but his effort is well saved.

And with minutes remaining in the game, the hosts squander their best chance of the game. Ogogo with the effort that sails wide of the post.

There was a chance to have his name up in lights.

This has all been too easy for United. Micky Mellon's men haven't done enough to upset their famous opponents.

The game is sure to have helped the club's coffers, but Shrewsbury will be frustrated by their performance.

United's dominance this evening is evidenced by the possession stats.

The hosts have not made 100 successful passes tonight; United, on the other hand, have made almost 500 successful passes.

Mind you, given the relative costs of the two sides, that shouldn't come as a real surprise.

Yep, it's all over for Keane. He's lying on the ground and he can't continue.

What a sad sight for the youngster. He's got his chance with the United first-team and injury has spoilt it for him.

The Red Devils are down to ten men.

Another close call for United, and the ball falls to Will Keane.

His effort bounces back off the post. And sadly for the youngster, he appears to have pulled his groin.

United may have to finish the game with ten men.

United open up the Shrewsbury defence again.

Lingard is one-on-one with the goalkeeper but pulls his shot wide. He should have scored.

The England international also appears to be limping - which isn't ideal, as United have made all of their subs already.

United's third and final change, now. It's a logical one, too: Anthony Martial is coming off to be replaced by Will Keane.

He recently scored five in an under-21 game against Norwich City. He will hope to get on the scoresheet in the next few minutes.

Van Gaal probably took Mata off with United's upcoming games in mind. He cannot afford any more injuries.

That being the case, why not replace Martial?

Another change for United. Juan Mata is making way for Pereira, who will be keen to impress during a rare outing with the first team.

The Brazilian has about 25 minutes to show what he's made of.

Well, there we have our answer.

United have put this cup tie beyond doubt with another eye-catching goal. Herrera floats the ball in from the left side and Lingard meets it with a first-time volley.

A quality goal, that, to cap a good evening for United.

GOAL: Shrewsbury 0-3 Manchester United (Lingard)

Right, there's 30 minutes left in this cup tie. Have Shrewsbury got what it takes to get back in the match? Can they create some goal-scoring opportunities?

Or will United ease to a much-needed win? Thus far, it's been a surprisingly comfortable evening for Louis van Gaal.

Martial misses a sitter from four yards!

The ball is played in from the corner, Mata flicks it on and Martial misses from close range.

That would have sealed the victory, but the Frenchman squanders the opportunity.

There's a bit of lingering controversy surrounding United's second goal.

Mata's shot went directly into the net, but there were three United players who were stood in offside positions at the time.

The trio were stood in the goalkeeper's line of vision. On reflection, the ref may think he should have blown for offside.

Just in case you'd forgotten, Larnell Cole is a former Manchester United player.

He made one appearance for the first-team, appearing as a substitute against Leeds United in the League Cup in 2011.

Famously, that match ended with Dimitar Berbatov playing as a centre-back.

A couple of changes at half-time. Larnell Cole has been introduced by the hosts, and they've switched to a 4-4-2.

United have made a change, too. Joe Riley comes on for his first-team debut, Borthwick-Jackson has been replaced.

Half-time:

United lead 2-0 and it's no less than they have deserved in all honesty. The Red Devils have been unusually bright and breezy on the ball, and have always carried a threat through the likes of Martial.

The hosts have failed to perform, on the other hand. There's been a lack of spirit in their play. They really needed to launch themselves at their opponents, but in truth, it's all been a bit underwhelming from them.

The resultant freekick is up, over the wall and into the net.

Beautiful strike from Mata, who made that look incredibly easy. That's 2-0 to United and it's a long way back for the hosts now.

GOAL: Shrewsbury 0-2 Manchester United

Beautiful one-two between Martial and Mata on the edge of the box.

The Frenchman is fouled on the edge of the box, but it's just a yellow for Whitbread.

That was eye-catching stuff from United, though, who have been persistently accused of being dull this season.

United's dominance is underlined by the shot stats.

The away side have already had 13 shots on goal, as compared to zero for the hosts, who must adjust their pre-game plan now.

They've started to fly into the odd tackle since the goal has gone in, which may not be the worst option.

A very strange goal, this.

A long ball from Borthwick-Jackson is nodded on to Chris Smalling. The lanky defender turns on the ball and his deflected volley loops into the net.

It didn't look to pretty but they all count - and how Manchester United need that. The away side have a deserved lead.

GOAL: Shrewsbury 0-1 Manchester United (Smalling)

United are without a number of injured players tonight, but really, there can be no excuses.

We're 35 minutes into the match and there are still no goals. However, the Red Devils have been noticeably better this evening than they were in the Europa League last week.

Although that's not a bold statement, to be honest.

The United defence and Sergio Romero have been virtual spectators thus far.

It really has been one-way traffic, even though that's not reflected in the scoreline.

However, it increasingly feels like a matter of time before the away side take the lead.

Oh, Martial almost makes amends for United!

The young Frenchman fires a shot at goal after a neat bit of play, but the keeper just manages to keep the ball out.

Shrewsbury survive, but only just.

Memphis hits a goal-bound freekick towards the far corner.

The ball strikes the wall and goes behind. Unfortunately for United, it was their own player, Anthony Martial, who blocked the ball from finding the net.

When it rains, it pours, as they say.

At the moment, you get the sense that the local fans are looking for a reason to get excited about their team.

It could come in the shape of a shot or a tackle or whatever, but the home side aren't doing a great deal to encourage their fans as things stand.

Still, we're more than a quarter of the way through the game and it's goalless.

It's been all United so far.

They've had plenty of shots and corners and a few half-chances ... but they're still awaiting their first goal.

The longer it remains like this, the more they'll feel the pressure, surely.

United have already had five shots on goal and we're only 15 minutes into the game.

A deliberate ploy from Van Gaal? United have been infamously shot-shy under the Dutchman.

The pitch looks pristine, but some of the players are losing their footing from time to time.

None of the defenders will be wanting to slip at a vital moment - that's something to be wary of, though.

United have settled fairly well, to their credit.

They don't appear to be as nervous as many would have suspected, given their awful form of late.

The Reds - well, whites - have started by passing the ball around neatly as they look for the opening goal. Their latest effort, courtesy of Memphis, is well saved by the keeper.

Memphis has taken two shots in the opening five minutes.

The first hit the advertising board at the top of the stand; the second sailed harmlessly into the crowd.

It's a big night for the Dutchman - and he hasn't made a great start.

Shrewsbury have lined up with a back three. But they quickly switch to a back five when United have the ball.

The hosts are basically set up like an away team, showing United plenty of respect in these early stages.

Perhaps an up-and-at-them approach might serve them better, but we'll see.

First chance of the game falls to United.

A corner is swung in from the left side, and Chris Smalling climbs highest. But the defender can't direct his effort on target and the hosts survive an early scare.

We're underway.

United are in their white kit. The pitch looks to be in good condition too - United have no excuses if they don't win, really.

The teams have just walked out of the tunnel. There's a cracking atmosphere in the ground, as you'd expect for the visit of Manchester United.

Is this the night when Louis van Gaal's tenure gets back on track, or when it all comes crashing down? We're about to find out.

Kick-off is around five minutes away.

This is a huge game for everyone involved - but especially for Louis van Gaal.

More from Van Gaal on the FA Cup.

He said: "It's always a big game in the FA Cup. I think that Man Utd always have to win - especially in the FA Cup.

"We have not won this for a long time and it's very important for the club and fans."

Among all of the doom and gloom surrounding United at the moment, there is one glimmer of hope.

It concerns goalkeeper David DeGea, who limped out of their Europa League fixture last week.

Of his star player, Van Gaal has said this evening: "We have to wait and see if he is available for Thursday," suggesting his injury is not as bad as first feared.

And on the other side of the coin is Micky Mellon.

He told BT Sport: "We've been looking forward to this since the draw was made. We believe we have a chance. We have got to believe we have a chance.

"If we stick to the gameplan and do them well we could have an opportunity. Playing United under floodlights, the adrenalin will be pumping."

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal on BT Sport: "You can't close your eyes and read a lot of media.

"It's better not to read. I have a press officer and she reads the media for me. I can cope with that and hope my players can cope with that."

There are just under 30 minutes until kick-off now. In the meantime, here's a reminder of how the two sides reached this stage.

Shrewsbury

• First round - Gainsborough Trinity (a) - 1-0
• Second round - Grimsby (a) - 0-0
• Second round replay - Grimsby (h) - 1-0
• Third round - Cardiff (a) - 1-0
• Fourth round - Sheffield Wednesday (h) - 3-2

Manchester United

• Third round - Sheffield United (h) - 1-0
• Fourth round - Derby (a) - 3-1

As ever with United at the moment, there is plenty of speculation surrounding the future of the manager, too...

Jose Mourinho remains confident he will replace Louis van Gaal at Manchester United and believes he has a "gentleman's agreement" with the club's executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward to become the next Red Devils boss.

The Portuguese tactician is without a job since he was relieved of his managerial post at Chelsea last December. He has been heavily linked with the Old Trafford job since then.

According to the Manchester Evening News, Woodward contacted the former Real Madrid manager's agent, Jorge Mendes, just hours after their latest defeat. However, no pre-contract agreement has been signed between Mourinho and United.

Meanwhile, Arturo Vidal says he turned down Manchester United to sign for Bayern Munich in a £28m move from Italian giants Juventus last summer.

"Yes, there was a chance to come to England," Vidal told The Times. "It was last summer, and at one point, we thought that is what would happen. I liked the opportunity that they had offered me, but eventually it did not happen and I chose to come to Bayern.

"There are always many teams around that go to my agent."

Some transfer news, if you're interested:

Lazio star Felipe Anderson is reportedly set to sign for Manchester United during the summer transfer window.

The 22-year-old Brazilian attracted interest from the Premier League giants during the January window and the club are set to seal a deal for the player at the end of the current campaign, according to Lazio president Claudio Lotito.

It is reported that the much sought-after player will make the switch from the Italian capital to Old Trafford in a deal worth as much as €60m (£46.8m). Lotito was reportedly overheard confirming the move after seeing his other club, Salernitana, draw 1-1 with Crotone in Serie B.

"I bought Felipe Anderson for €8m [from Santos] and I've sold him on for €60m," Lotito said, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. "Next season, he's going to Manchester United."

It's a huge night for Louis van Gaal this evening. If he loses to lowly Shrewsbury, surely he won't survive much longer.

After their miserable performance in Denmark last week, he really needs a pick-me-up in the FA Cup.

Right, the hosts have handed in their team sheet, also. It reads as follows:

Shrewsbury: Leutwiler, Grandison, Whitbread, Knight Percival, Grimmer, Whalley, Black, Ogogo, Brown, Akpa Akpro, Mangan

Van Gaal's selection means in-form youngster Will Keane has to settle for a place on the bench.

The striker might have hoped to be given a chance after recently being recalled from loan and then finding the net regularly with the club's under-21s.

However, the onus will be on Anthony Martial to score for the Red Devils this evening. He has been one of few bright sparks in an otherwise uninspiring season for the club.

We'll have the home team's news with you shortly. In the meantime, we can reflect on the side Louis van Gaal has selected, which is basically as strong as it could have been.

As was widely expected, Anthony Martial appears likely to lead the line in the absence of Wayne Rooney, who is sidelined with injury.

Sergio Romero continues in goal, too, as David DeGea is still injured. United will be eager to right the wrongs of their insipid performance last week in Denmark.

Who is Dean Henderson?

Some unfamiliar names on the United bench, including goalkeeper Dean Henderson.

Louis van Gaal cut short Dean Henderson's loan spell at Stockport County on 20 February and the goalkeeper returned to Old Trafford.

He joined the Conference North in the January transfer window on a month's loan, with an option to extend the stay at Edgeley Park.

Breaking team news

Manchester United: Romero, Varela, Smalling, Blind, Borthwick-Jackson, Schneiderlin, Herrera, Memphis, Mata, Lingard, Martial

Subs: Henderson, McNair, Poole, Carrick, Pereira, Riley, Keane

Shrewsbury team news to follow...

We're waiting for the team news to filter through. It should be with us in a few moments, so sit tight.

There will be plenty of eyes of the side Louis van Gaal chooses, given their recent troubles and ongoing injury problems.

What of United's opponents tonight?

Shrewsbury have impressed in this season's FA Cup as they have already defeated Cardiff City in the third round, followed by a comeback in the fourth-round clash against Sheffield Wednesday.

They will be looking for another victory in order to seal a place in the quarter-final of the competition.

What's more, Micky Mellon's side have conceded only two goals in this season's FA Cup, which came during their 3-2 victory over Wednesday.

Team Form

Shrewsbury Town

• Last Five: W D L W L
• Last Result: Blackpool 2-3 Shrewsbury Town

Manchester United

• Last Five: L L D W W
• Last Result: FC Midtjylland 2-1 Manchester United

What managers say ahead of the game...

Micky Mellon: "He [my son] will be supporting his dad because his mother has told him. He needs to know where his bread is buttered and it is still getting buttered at our house.

"He has been at the club since he was four and they have totally brainwashed him into being everything United. Somebody said to me it's a one-off game and asked if I would be telling my players to play the game and not the occasion."

Louis van Gaal: "When you see the last two games, it is maybe like that. But then we have to make them fear again. It is a question of winning matches in a row.

"You cannot continue with losing and the question is how we are lifting ourselves for this game because Shrewsbury shall also fight [like Midtjylland] for the second balls and play direct and that kind of thing, and you have to cope with that."

United come into this fixture after a disappointing 2-1 defeat at the hands of FC Midtjylland in the Europa League. It was their second straight defeat and they are without a win in the last three matches.

Louis van Gaal is under pressure and the Dutchman is aware that a defeat in the FA Cup could cost his job at Old Trafford. The winner of this fixture will face West Ham at home in the quarter-final.

Good evening and welcome to our coverage of the FA Cup fifth round tie between Shrewsbury Town and Manchester United.

This promises to be a must-follow game given United's recent troubles in Europe. We will have team news for you in around ten minutes.