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Daley Blind is well-known for his ability to deliver pinpoint balls.

It was his delivery that set up Robin van Persie's goal for the Netherlands against Spain - a game that shocked the World Cup - back in 2014.

Since Louis van Gaal brought the player's accurate left boot to Old Trafford, the multi-talented player has been showing his worth for Manchester United.

His long balls have been a feature of the team's play this season as Blind has slotted in alongside Chris Smalling at centre-back.

Having taken the decision to put the Dutchman on set-piece duties in the last week, Van Gaal is under no illusion as to why they appear to have improved.

"Because of the taker, Daley Blind," he said.

"When you deliver that pass then you can always be dangerous. It was the same last match against PSV. We have changed the taker and that's the reason."

If Blind continues to take corners, United will have to be more cautious of counter-attacks.

While one set-piece provided a goal for United, another gave Leicester theirs on Saturday.

The Reds were left with just Ashley Young and Matteo Darmian in defence as Kasper Schmeichel caught a Blind corner, and Jamie Vardy made sure United paid the highest price for failing to get back.

"We gave the goal away," added Van Gaal, "but it is of course the quality of Vardy also."