Cunha Double Completes Stunning United Comeback as Roma Beaten 3-2

Manchester United ended a miserable run in spectacular fashion on Tuesday night, fighting back from two goals down to beat Roma 3-2 in the Champions League at Old Trafford.

The visitors looked in complete control at half-time, and United were heading for a tenth straight game without a win. But Bruno Fernandes sparked the revival from the penalty spot, scoring at the second attempt after his first effort was saved and a Roma encroachment handed him a retake.

Matheus Cunha then took centre stage, striking twice in the final ten minutes to turn the game on its head and send the home crowd into delirium. The win gets United’s European campaign back on track after defeats to Atletico Madrid and Como.

Fernandes answers his critics

The captain had publicly questioned the manager’s tactics after the heavy defeat at Como and was dropped for the home loss to Bournemouth. Restored against Chelsea and Roma, he led the fightback when his side needed him most.

A season turning point?

Fernandes himself suggested the comeback could change the course of United’s season. Whether it proves a genuine turning point or just a famous night will depend on what follows against Aston Villa on Sunday.

Source: Gulf News / AFP