Cunha Scores Twice as Manchester United Beat Roma
United recovered from a two-goal half-time deficit to win 3–2 at home.
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Source: Manchester United, 2026-11-03.
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In this lesson: Order the late goals and explain the connection between a second yellow card and dismissal.
Grammar in this story: Concession with nevertheless
United nevertheless held on to take the win.
Nevertheless means “despite that”. It connects the sending-off with United’s success in protecting the lead.
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Explain why the end of the match remained difficult for United even after Cunha’s second goal.
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Cunha’s second goal put United ahead, but he was sent off after another yellow card in added time. United still had to protect their lead with one player fewer.
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