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Cunha Double Completes Manchester United Comeback Against Roma

In this lesson: Explain the tension in a match report and connect a single result with a longer run.

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Read the story

Manchester United recovered from two goals down at half-time to defeat Roma 3–2 in their Champions League match at Old Trafford on November 3.

After Bruno Fernandes reduced the gap from the penalty spot, Matheus Cunha struck twice within three minutes. His goals in the 83rd and 86th minutes put the home side ahead.

The finish remained tense: Cunha received a second yellow card in added time and was sent off. United held their advantage to end a nine-match run without a win, according to Sky Sports.

Source: Manchester United, 2026-11-03. https://www.manutd.com/en/news/match-report-manchester-united-3-roma-2-3-nov

Read and practise

1. What did Fernandes’s penalty do before Cunha scored?

   1. It completed the 3–2 turnaround.
   2. It put Roma further ahead.
   3. It reduced United’s two-goal deficit.

2. Why did the win matter beyond this single match?

   1. It ended United’s nine-match run without a win.
   2. It extended United’s winning run to nine matches.
   3. It was United’s ninth win in a row at Old Trafford.

Your turn

Explain how the report creates tension after United take the lead and how it places the win in a wider context.

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