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Manchester United players receive day off after Champions League loss

ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 11:31 AM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Manchester United players receive day off after Champions League loss

Summary

Manchester United's first-team squad is given a day off today following a 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como. The players will return to training on Friday. This loss has added pressure on the team as they continue their campaign in the tournament after a disappointing performance.

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By the Numbers

•Manchester United lost 4-1 to Como in the Champions League.
•The first-team squad receives a day off today.
•Training resumes on Friday for the players.
•The loss comes amid struggles in their tournament campaign.

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12:20 PMESPN Soccer — Sources: Utd players get day off despite thrashing

What they're saying

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Manchester United's first-team squad will report back for training on Friday after being given a day off today following the humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat against Como, sources have told ESPN.
— ESPN Soccerby Mark Ogden

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