Manchester United’s Champions League return has turned into a nightmare, with their latest Champions League clash ending in a frustrating draw. Now, as they prepare to face AS Roma at Old Trafford, the Red Devils face a critical moment: can Michael Carrick’s side halt their alarming slide before domestic and European ambitions slip further out of reach?
Meanwhile, the Italian side arrives in Manchester on the back of a Serie A winning streak and a surprise Champions League loss that has ignited fierce debate about their ability to sustain their challenge. The match is more than just a football game—it’s a turning point for both clubs, with reputations, managerial futures, and season trajectories hanging in the balance.
Where to watch Manchester United vs AS Roma: live TV and streaming options
Manchester United’s Champions League return has turned into a nightmare, with their latest Champions League clash ending in a frustrating draw. Now, as they prepare to face AS Roma at Old Trafford, the Red Devils face a critical moment: can Michael Carrick’s side halt their alarming slide before domestic and European ambitions slip further out of reach?
The Champions League showdown between Manchester United and AS Roma kicks off on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 21:00 CET. The match will be broadcast live on CANAL+ LIVE 5 across TV and streaming platforms.
Fans can stream the game via the CANAL+ app or website, compatible with smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and gaming consoles—no matter where they are.
Manchester United under pressure: injuries, form, and managerial credibility at stake
What began as a Champions League renaissance has spiraled into crisis. United’s Champions League journey started with a comfortable 4-0 win over Sabah, but they were quickly exposed by Atlético Madrid (2-0) and Como (4-1), before a damaging 2-0 loss to Chelsea in the Premier League.
Now on a seven-game winless run, United sit 17th in the Premier League—just two points clear of relegation. Manager Michael Carrick, still finding his feet in the dugout, faces immense scrutiny. With no league win since September 10th, and no Champions League points from two games, the pressure to react against Roma is mounting.
Injuries are crippling the squad. Luke Shaw, Kobbie Mainoo, Patrick Dorgu, Benjamin Sesko, Manuel Ugarte, and Marcus Rashford are sidelined, with Amad Diallo uncertain due to a muscular issue sustained at Stamford Bridge. Lisandro Martínez returns after suspension, while Leny Yoro, banned against Como, is also available. Bruno Fernandes, dropped after criticising tactics, has regained his place and is expected to start alongside Bryan Mbeumo, the club’s top scorer with four league goals this season.
Manchester United predicted lineup:
- Senne Lammens
- Diogo Dalot, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martínez, Noussair Mazraoui
- Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans
- Mason Mount, Bruno Fernandes, Matheus Cunha
- Bryan Mbeumo
Manager: Michael Carrick
AS Roma’s rise and the debate over Gasperini’s tactical vision
While United struggle, AS Roma stand in stark contrast—undefeated in Serie A (7 wins, 3 draws) and third in the table behind Inter Milan and Lazio, eyeing a first Scudetto since 2001.
In Europe, their campaign has been less smooth: a draw at Fenerbahçe (1-1), a dramatic 3-4 defeat to Real Madrid, and then a statement 4-0 win over Slovan Bratislava. But questions persist: can Gian Piero Gasperini’s high-intensity system hold up against elite opposition?
Key absences loom large. Goalkeeper Mile Svilar is out with a broken finger, while Manu Koné (leg injury), Paulo Dybala (calf), and Lorenzo Pellegrini (thigh) are long-term casualties. Donyell Malen, leading Roma’s scoring charts with eight Serie A and three Champions League goals, will be pivotal, supported by Matías Soulé and Bryan Cristante, both on form.
AS Roma predicted lineup:
- Pierluigi Gollini
- Gianluca Mancini, Evan Ndicka, Mario Hermoso
- Nahuel Molina, Marten de Roon, Bryan Cristante, Niccolò Pisilli, Wesley
- Matías Soulé, Donyell Malen
Manager: Gian Piero Gasperini
Head-to-head: Old Trafford has never been kind to Roma
Old Trafford has been a fortress for Manchester United. Across eight meetings, Roma have claimed just one draw and two wins—both recorded before 2007. Their most painful chapter came in the 2006–07 Champions League quarter-finals: Roma won the first leg 2-1 at the Olimpico, only to suffer a 7-1 demolition at Old Trafford, with goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and a brace from Michael Carrick—now United’s manager.
Roma faced United again in the 2021 Europa League semi-finals. A 6-2 United win at Old Trafford all but sealed the tie, with Roma managing only a 3-2 win in the return. But history matters little now—this time, the narrative is being written in real time.
The stakes are clear: United must recover from a season of decline; Roma must prove their Champions League pedigree. One victory could spark redemption. The other could deepen a crisis. After the fallout from recent defeats, the debate is louder than ever—about resilience, tactics, and what comes next.
Match odds: who will carry the momentum into the next round?
The betting markets reflect cautious optimism for Manchester United, albeit with significant uncertainty.
- Manchester United to win: 2.15
- Draw: 3.65
- AS Roma to win: 2.62
Odds provided by Betclic, subject to change before kick-off.
