Manchester United and AS Roma face off tonight at Old Trafford in a pivotal Champions League showdown that could reshape both clubs’ European campaigns. With the Red Devils reeling from a winless streak and the Giallorossi flying high in Serie A, this is far more than just another group-stage fixture.
Key details for Manchester United vs AS Roma
- Date: Tuesday, 3 November 2026
- Kickoff: 21:00 local time
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: Confirmed
- TV broadcast: LIVE on CANAL+ LIVE 5
- Live streaming: Available via CANAL+ app and website
Manchester United’s urgent need for points
Returning to the Champions League was meant to spark a revival at Old Trafford, but so far it has only deepened the crisis. A comfortable opening win over Sabah (4-0) was swiftly followed by defeats to Atlético Madrid (2-0) and Como (4-1). In the Premier League, the situation is bleaker: a 2-0 loss at Chelsea on Saturday extended United’s winless run to seven games (4N, 3D), leaving them perilously close to the relegation zone. Nine matches without a victory across all competitions since 10 September underscores the urgency facing Michael Carrick.
Injuries compound the misery. Luke Shaw, Kobbie Mainoo, Patrick Dorgu, Benjamin Sesko, and Manuel Ugarte are sidelined, while Marcus Rashford remains doubtful. Amad Diallo missed the Chelsea game with a muscle alert, and Lisandro Martínez, recently sent off, is the only outfield player returning from suspension. Leny Yoro, banned in Como, is available, and Bruno Fernandes has regained his starting spot after a brief suspension for criticizing tactics. Up front, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha are poised to lead the attack.
Manchester United’s likely lineup
Senne Lammens – Diogo Dalot, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martínez, Noussair Mazraoui – Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans – Mason Mount, Bruno Fernandes, Matheus Cunha – Bryan Mbeumo
Manager: Michael Carrick
AS Roma’s relentless rise under Gasperini
In contrast, AS Roma are riding a wave of momentum. After a rocky Champions League start—draws with Fenerbahçe and Real Madrid before a resounding 4-0 win over Slovan Bratislava—the Giallorossi remain unbeaten in Serie A after ten games (7W, 3D). Their 5-2 demolition of Udinese last weekend, with a 4-0 lead by halftime, underscored their title credentials as they chase Inter Milan and Lazio.
Gasperini’s squad is ravaged by injuries: goalkeeper Mile Svilar (broken finger), Manu Koné (leg injury), Paulo Dybala (calf strain), and Lorenzo Pellegrini (thigh problem) are all out. Pierluigi Gollini starts in goal, while Donyell Malen, with eight Serie A goals and three in Europe, spearheads the attack. Matías Soulé, creator against Udinese, could support him, with Bryan Cristante, Marten de Roon, and Niccolò Pisilli marshalling the midfield.
AS Roma’s probable starting XI
Pierluigi Gollini – Gianluca Mancini, Evan Ndicka, Mario Hermoso – Nahuel Molina, Marten de Roon, Bryan Cristante, Niccolò Pisilli, Wesley – Matías Soulé, Donyell Malen
Manager: Gian Piero Gasperini
Where to watch Manchester United vs AS Roma live?
All eyes are on Old Trafford as United and Roma lock horns at 21:00. The match will air live on CANAL+ LIVE 5 across television, and via the CANAL+ app or website on any device—smartphone, tablet, smart TV, or gaming console.
Head-to-head: United’s Old Trafford hoodoo
History at Old Trafford heavily favors Manchester United: in eight meetings, Roma have claimed just one draw and two wins. The most infamous clash came in the 2006/07 Champions League quarterfinals. Roma stunned United with a 2-1 win in Rome, but a 7-1 thrashing at Old Trafford—featuring a brace from then-player Michael Carrick—sealed United’s passage to the semifinals en route to their eventual title. The sides met again in the 2020/21 Europa League semifinals, with United triumphing 6-2 on aggregate. Yet form counts for everything tonight—United are winless in their last seven, while Roma are unbeaten in Serie A and unbeaten in their last five European games.
Champions League night betting odds
- Manchester United win: 2.15
- Draw: 3.65
- AS Roma win: 2.62
Odds are current as of matchday and subject to change.
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