Manchester United vs AS Roma ended 3-2 at Old Trafford on Tuesday night, 3 November 2026. United trailed 2-0 at half-time, then won it through Bruno Fernandes’s penalty and two Matheus Cunha goals. The Champions League league-phase match kicked off at 22:00 SAST. Here is the full report, with scorers, line-ups and the table effect.
What was the score in Manchester United vs AS Roma?
Manchester United beat AS Roma 3-2 at Old Trafford in Matchday 4 of the Champions League league phase. Roma led 2-0 at the break, so the home side needed a rally. However, United scored three times in 28 minutes after the hour. As a result, Michael Carrick’s team collected three points after a poor first half. Follow every European score on our live scores page.
Who scored in Manchester United vs AS Roma?
Matias Soule and Donyell Malen scored for Roma, while Fernandes and Cunha (twice) scored for United. The goals came in this order, according to the match data.
- 11′: Soule, assisted by Rodrigo Mora, makes it 0-1.
- 17′: Malen scores from the penalty spot, 0-2.
- 58′: Fernandes scores a penalty after a VAR check, 1-2.
- 83′: Cunha scores, 2-2.
- 86′: Cunha scores again, assisted by Shea Lacey, 3-2.
Roma therefore scored twice in the first 17 minutes. In contrast, all three United goals arrived after the 58th minute. Consequently, the game turned on the final half-hour.
How did the match unfold at Old Trafford?
Roma dominated the opening quarter-hour, and United dominated the closing half-hour. Soule opened the scoring early, and Malen doubled the lead from the spot. Meanwhile, Roma took three yellow cards before the interval, to Soule, Emanuele Lulli and Malen. United were rattled, and Gian Piero Gasperini’s side looked in control.
United changed the game at the break. Carlos Baleba made way for Youri Tielemans in the 51st minute, and the hosts pressed higher. Then the VAR review at 58 minutes gave United a penalty, and Fernandes converted it. In addition, Carrick sent on Lisandro Martinez and Shea Lacey at 75 minutes, which added fresh legs.
The equaliser came in the 83rd minute through Cunha. Three minutes later, Lacey set up Cunha again, and Old Trafford erupted. Late on, however, Cunha received a red card in stoppage time. His availability for United’s next European match is therefore in doubt.
What did the match statistics show?
United took 15 shots to Roma’s seven and finished with a higher expected-goals figure of 2.78 to 1.66. The numbers, from API-Football, back up the comeback. United put six shots on target, and Roma managed four. Possession was close, at 52 percent for United and 48 percent for Roma.
Roma also fouled more often, with 14 fouls against United’s 11. By contrast, United won only three corners to Roma’s one. Both goalkeepers made two saves. Roma’s first-half efficiency was therefore sharp, but they created little after the break.
What were the line-ups and cards in Manchester United vs AS Roma?
United started in a 4-2-3-1 and Roma in a 3-4-2-1. United’s starters were Senne Lammens, Leny Yoro, Harry Maguire, Ayden Heaven, Diogo Dalot, Carlos Baleba, Kobbie Mainoo, Amad Diallo, Bruno Fernandes, Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo. Roma started Devis Vasquez, Gianluca Mancini, Leandro Balerdi, Mario Hermoso, Devyne Rensch, Bryan Cristante, Mario de Roon, Wesley, Soule, Rodrigo Mora and Malen.
Roma made five substitutions, and United also used five. Cards were plentiful. Roma had three yellows, while United had three yellows plus Cunha’s late red. In addition, Heaven and Maguire were booked for the hosts. Referee Jesus Gil Manzano managed the game without a major flashpoint beyond the penalties.
What does the result mean for the Champions League table?
United climb to 17th with six points from four games, while Roma sit 19th on four points. United’s goal difference is level at zero, with eight goals scored and eight conceded. Roma’s is plus two, but they have lost two of four.
The format matters here. UEFA’s league-phase explainer says the top eight advance directly to the round of 16, and teams from ninth to 24th enter a play-off round. Consequently, United are inside the play-off places, and Roma are only just inside as well. Barcelona, Aston Villa and Liverpool, meanwhile, sit in the top four. Read our Barcelona vs Aston Villa preview for that side of the table, and see our Champions League predictions for upcoming matches.
What did the result mean for United’s form?
The win ended a rough run of domestic and European results. United had lost 2-0 at Chelsea on 31 October and 3-0 at home to Bournemouth on 25 October. Before that, they had lost 4-1 at Como in the Champions League. Therefore, a comeback win from two goals down is a notable change of mood. For the Premier League picture, see our Premier League predictions page.
Roma, by contrast, had enjoyed a strong run, including a 5-2 win at Udinese on 31 October and a 4-2 home win over Cagliari. Even so, they have now conceded at least two goals in each of their last four matches. Gasperini will want a more solid second half next time.
Manchester United vs AS Roma FAQ
What was the final score of Manchester United vs AS Roma?
Manchester United won 3-2 at Old Trafford on Tuesday, 3 November 2026.
Who scored for Manchester United against Roma?
Bruno Fernandes scored a penalty in the 58th minute, and Matheus Cunha scored in the 83rd and 86th minutes.
Was there a red card in Manchester United vs AS Roma?
Yes, Matheus Cunha was sent off in stoppage time at the end of the match.
Where do United and Roma sit in the Champions League table?
United are 17th with six points, and Roma are 19th with four points after four matches each.
What time did Manchester United vs AS Roma kick off in South Africa?
The match kicked off at 22:00 SAST on Tuesday, 3 November 2026.
