After a dismal start to their Premier League campaign, Manchester United face a critical test against an AS Roma side riding high on an unbeaten Serie A streak. Can Michael Carrick’s struggling Red Devils turn the tide, or will a resurgent Roma continue their rise by claiming a famous victory at Old Trafford on Tuesday?
United’s crisis deepens as Roma’s revival gathers pace
Manchester United’s Champions League return arrived with a promising 4-0 win over Sabah, but reality struck sharply with defeats to Atlético Madrid and Como. The Premier League misery continued with a 2-0 loss at Chelsea, extending their winless run to seven games—just one point above the relegation zone. A ninth game without a win has left them in turmoil, and Carrick’s position looks increasingly precarious.
Meanwhile, AS Roma are flying. Gian Piero Gasperini’s side remains unbeaten after 10 Serie A matches (7W-3D) and demolished Udinese 5-2 last weekend. Their Champions League campaign began with a draw at Fenerbahçe and a dramatic 4-3 defeat to Real Madrid before bouncing back with a 4-0 thrashing of Slovan Bratislava. Can United restore pride, or will Roma’s confidence carry them to a historic result?
Key details for Manchester United vs AS Roma
- Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
- Kickoff: 21:00 GMT
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
- Match officials: Referee and VAR to be confirmed
- Broadcast: Live on CANAL+ LIVE 5 (UK), streaming via CANAL+ app & website
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Manchester United’s lineup under scrutiny
With injuries piling up—Shaw, Mainoo, Dorgu, Sesko, and Ugarte ruled out—Carrick must reshuffle his squad. Lisandro Martínez returns after suspension, while Leny Yoro comes back from injury. Bruno Fernandes, dropped after criticising staff decisions, returned to the starting XI against Bournemouth and is expected to start again. Up front, Bryan Mbeumo—United’s top scorer with four goals—and Matheus Cunha are likely to lead the attack.
Predicted Manchester United XI:
Senne Lammens – Dalot, Maguire, Martínez, Mazraoui – Santos, Tielemans – Mount, Fernandes, Cunha – Mbeumo.
Manager: Michael Carrick.
Roma’s attacking firepower threatens United’s defense
Roma’s revival under Gasperini is built on defensive solidity and lethal counterattacks. Despite missing key players—Mile Svilar (finger), Manu Koné (leg), Dybala (calf), and Pellegrini (thigh)—they remain among Serie A’s top scorers. Donyell Malen leads the charge with eight Serie A and three Champions League goals, supported by Matías Soulé and Bryan Cristante.
Predicted AS Roma XI:
Gollini – Mancini, Ndicka, Hermoso – Molina, De Roon, Cristante, Pisilli, Wesley – Soulé, Malen.
Manager: Gian Piero Gasperini.
Old Trafford history: can Roma break the hoodoo?
United have never lost to Roma in Manchester, but the headlines tell a painful story. Since 2007, Roma has won just two of eight meetings against United, including a humiliating 7-1 reverse at Old Trafford in the Champions League quarterfinals. That night marked a turning point for United, but their current plight makes history a distant memory. Roma will be desperate to add another chapter to their European success story.
Current odds for Manchester United vs AS Roma
Manchester United to win: 2.15
Draw: 3.65
AS Roma to win: 2.62
Odds are provided by Betclic and are subject to change before kickoff.
What’s at stake for both sides?
- For Manchester United: A must-win game to avoid plummeting deeper into crisis. A defeat would raise serious questions about Carrick’s future.
- For AS Roma: A chance to cement their European pedigree and boost their Scudetto ambitions with a statement win on foreign soil.