Manchester United are back in Champions League action on Tuesday evening, facing Italian side Roma at Old Trafford.
United have collected just three points from their opening three games, leaving them in a play-off spot ahead of matchday four.
The Red Devils head into the fixture on the back of a 2-0 defeat to Chelsea in the Premier League, extending their winless run to nine matches across all competitions.
Man United started strongly at Stamford Bridge, creating several chances, but were not clinical. They can take that positive into this fixture.
The Red Devils have won their four home matches in European competition against the visitors.
Despite Roma’s impressive Serie A form, they have made a mixed start to their Champions League campaign, collecting just four points from three games and offering some encouragement to Michael Carrick’s side.
Roma head coach Gian Piero Gasperini favours an aggressive style. United should look to remain patient with possession and exploit the spaces when the Giallorossi push forward.
The Mancunian giants can also look to exploit Roma’s defensive lapses after half-time, as demonstrated in the 5-2 victory at Udinese.
At the other end, Michael Carrick’s side must be wary of Roma’s attacking threats, particularly with Donyell Malen’s pace and movement.
Roma, meanwhile, will head into Tuesday’s clash with confidence, given United’s struggles.
The Italian side will be without Paulo Dybala and Manuel Kone, but still have enough quality to trouble United.
Roma will look to start strongly, press high and force turnovers, suggesting United must be careful when playing out from defence and avoid losing possession in dangerous positions.
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