Roma leads Manchester United 2-0, but controversy arises over penalty

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Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Roma leads Manchester United 2-0, but controversy arises over penalty
Summary

In a Champions League clash on November 4, Roma initially took a 2-0 lead against Manchester United. However, a controversial penalty awarded to United, following a challenge by Gianluca Mancini on Mateus Cunha, shifted the game's momentum. Bryan Cristante expressed concern about the penalty's legitimacy, stating it felt 'very light' from his perspective on the pitch. The penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, contributed to United's comeback, aided by a brace from Cunha. The match remains ongoing as both teams compete for vital points in the tournament.

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  • •Roma led Manchester United 2-0 in the first half.
  • •A penalty was awarded to United for a foul by Mancini.
  • •Cristante questioned the penalty call's validity after the match.
  • •Cunha scored twice to help United's comeback.
  • •Match is still in progress with ongoing competitive play.
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  • 1:31 PMYahoo Sports — Bryan Cristante believes Manchester United’s penalty v Roma was too soft
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Serie A side Roma fell to another dramatic defeat in the Champions League – this time to Manchester United. The Giallorossi were 2-0 up in the first-half but a Bruno Fernandes penalty and a Mateus C...

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