Neither that setback, nor a return of just one Premier League point from two games, has dented the Dutchman's confidence and he remains convinced he can bring a new era of domestic and European success to Old Trafford.
But ahead of Saturday's trip to Burnley van Gaal has again stressed it will take time to rebuild United's squad and successfully implement his methods.
He said: "Before Septmber 1 I have given every player a reasonable chance - it would not have been good to come as a new manager and say 'I want 11 new players'. The process needs time and we are building up a new team.
"I hope we shall succeed and that we are this year in the top four, because the Champions League suits a club like Manchester United.
"Then maybe the next step is to be champions and the next step after that is to be winner of the Champions League, but that needs time. A lot of clubs fight for many, many years and never succeed."
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