Manchester United defeats Sabah FK 4-0 in Champions League opener

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Manchester United defeats Sabah FK 4-0 in Champions League opener
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Manchester United opened its Champions League campaign with a 4-0 victory over Sabah FK. Matheus Cunha opened the scoring in the 27th minute following a pass from Patrick Dorgu. Bruno Fernandes doubled the lead 15 minutes later off an assist from Youri Tielemans before Benjamin Sesko increased the advantage to 3-0 before halftime. Lisandro Martínez added the final goal in the second half during a scramble in the box. Fernandes finished the match with four chances created and four ball recoveries, maintaining his form after a brace in the previous Premier League fixture. The team now prepares for a domestic match against Manchester City at Old Trafford this weekend.

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  • Manchester United secured a 4-0 victory over Sabah FK in their opening Champions League match.
  • Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes, Benjamin Sesko, and Lisandro Martínez scored for Manchester United.
  • Bruno Fernandes contributed four chances created and four ball recoveries during the match.
  • Youri Tielemans provided the first assist of his Manchester United career.
  • Manchester United hosts Manchester City at Old Trafford this weekend.
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  • 9:20 PMYahoo Sports4 chances, 4 recoveries, 3 shots: Unstoppable United star puts Sabah to the sword in 4-0 win
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3 Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes produced a sensational performance to help the team to a 4-0 victory over Sabah FK in their Champions League opener.United victoryMatheus Cunha broke the deadl...

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