Late Cunha Double Completes Champions League Comeback Over Roma
Manchester United overturned a two-goal deficit to defeat Roma at Old Trafford on November 3, 2026, snapping a nine-match winless streak in the UEFA Champions League phase. Bruno Fernandes sparked the rally from the penalty spot before Matheus Cunha scored twice in the final 10 minutes to secure the victory for Michael Carrick’s squad.
Late Matheus Cunha Strike Seals Turnaround After Penalty Reprieve
Fernandes scored United’s opening goal on a retaken penalty after a Roma defender encroached into the box when his initial attempt was saved. Cunha then delivered two late goals in the closing stage to revive United’s European campaign following previous group-stage defeats against Atletico Madrid and Como. Following the win, Fernandes dismissed reports of an ongoing feud with manager Michael Carrick, clarifying that his prior benching during a 3-0 loss to Bournemouth was a fair managerial decision based on performance rather than internal conflict.
The victory offers brief respite for United, who entered the fixture positioned just above the Premier League relegation zone on goal difference following a 2-0 defeat against Chelsea.
