Match report
Manchester United secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over AS Roma in the UEFA Champions League at Old Trafford on Tuesday.
Manchester United came from behind to defeat AS Roma 3-2 in a thrilling UEFA Champions League match at Old Trafford on Tuesday.
AS Roma took the lead in the 11th minute through Matias Soule, assisted by Rodrigo Mora, making it 0-1. Donyell Malen doubled their advantage with a penalty in the 17th minute, bringing the score to 0-2.
Manchester United responded in the second half. Bruno Fernandes converted a penalty in the 58th minute, narrowing the gap to 1-2. Matheus Cunha then scored twice in quick succession, first equalising in the 83rd minute and then netting the winner in the 86th minute with an assist from Shea Lacey.
Matheus Cunha received a red card in stoppage time, adding tension to the closing moments of the match.
Key statistics showed Manchester United had 52% possession and an expected goals (xG) of 2.7, compared to AS Roma's 48% possession and xG of 1.5. United had 6 shots on target while Roma managed 4. The match featured 11 fouls by United and 14 by Roma, with both teams making 2 saves each.
Following this result, Manchester United sit 24th in the league table with 3 points from 4 matches, while AS Roma are in 8th place with 7 points from 4 matches.
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Manchester United will face AS Roma in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday 3 November at 20:00 GMT at Old Trafford, Manchester.
Manchester United's recent form shows a tough run, with no wins in their last five matches. They have lost four and drawn one, including a 2-0 defeat to Chelsea and a 3-0 loss to Bournemouth.
In contrast, AS Roma are in excellent form, winning four of their last five games and drawing one. Their latest match saw them defeat Udinese 5-2, following a 4-2 win against Cagliari.
In the league table, AS Roma currently sit in 15th place with 4 points from 3 matches, while Manchester United are in 21st place with 3 points from 3 matches.
Historically, the teams have met twice, with each side winning once. Manchester United won 6-2 in April 2021, while AS Roma triumphed 3-2 in May 2021.
This match will be crucial for both teams as they look to improve their standings in the group.
Manchester United is most likely to win the game against AS Roma.
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 4 | +2 | 6 | |
| 16 | 4 | +1 | 6 | |
| 17 | 4 | 0 | 6 | |
| 18 | 4 | -1 | 6 | |
| 19 | 4 | -5 | 5 | |
| 20 | 4 | +2 | 4 |
Manchester United and AS Roma finished 3-2 in the UEFA Champions League (League Stage 4) at Old Trafford. Played: (your local time).
Manchester United are 17th in the table on 6 points; AS Roma are 20th on 4.
Recent form: Manchester United WLLLD, AS Roma LWWDW.
Head-to-head (last 3): Manchester United 2 wins, 0 draws, AS Roma 1 wins.
See the goals and key events, lineups, team statistics below.