Man Utd Snap Winless Streak with Roma Comeback
Bruno Fernandes converted a retaken penalty and Matheus Cunha scored twice late as United overturned a 2-0 deficit and eased pressure on Michael Carrick.
- On Tuesday, Manchester United staged a dramatic 3-2 comeback against AS Roma at Old Trafford in the Champions League, rallying from 2-0 down with a Bruno Fernandes penalty and two late goals from Matheus Cunha.
- Heading into the match, United endured a nine-game winless run amid their worst seasonal start since the 1980s, while fans protested against the American-based Glazer family owners by throwing tennis balls onto the pitch.
- Roma surged to a 2-0 lead within 18 minutes through goals from Matias Soule and Donyell Malen, with United suffering a further blow when Carlos Baleba exited in the 46th minute with a hamstring injury.
- A retaken penalty from Fernandes in the 58th minute sparked the comeback; Cunha scored twice in the final 10 minutes to seal victory before being sent off for a second yellow card in stoppage time.
- Wayne Rooney criticized the team's lack of "confidence or belief," while Alan Shearer praised manager Carrick's halftime adjustments. The result provides a lifeline for Carrick before United faces Aston Villa.
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Manchester United stun Roma with comeback win to ease pressure on Michael Carrick
Manchester United came from two goals down to beat Roma 3-2 at Old Trafford, ending their 10-game winless run. Bruno Fernandes backed Michael Carrick as Matheus Cunha's late double delivered a much-needed lifeline.
[Sports Chosun Reporter Noh Joo-hwan] EPL team Manchester United staged an incredible comeback drama at home. Trailing 0-2, they turned the game around by scoring three goals in the second half to secure a come-from-behind victory. Manchester United snapped a recent nine-game winless streak and won for the first time in ten matches. Manager Michael Carrick, who is facing the threat of dismissal, had expressed anticipation for the match against R…
Manchester United finishes his black series of nine games without victory and wins in the Champions League against Rome. The best team in the royal class remains Paris St. Germain, which celebrates a Kanter victory.
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