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Confirmed Man United XI vs Roma: Carrick makes two changes, Mainoo starts & Martinez dropped

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has officially unveiled his starting XI for today’s UEFA Champions League clash against AS Roma at Old Trafford.

The Red Devils have collected just three points from their opening three European fixtures this campaign, leaving them with little room for further mistakes.

United began their European campaign with a convincing 4-0 victory over Sabah FK but have since suffered defeats against Atletico Madrid and Como.

Carrick has made two big changes to his side that lost 2-0 to Chelsea last weekend.

Senne Lammens retains his first-choice goalkeeper spot, but he needs to pull up his socks to help United get over the line.

Ayden Heaven replaces Lisandro Martinez at the heart of defence and will be partnered with Harry Maguire.

Martinez was guilty for both goals scored by Chelsea and also received his marching orders after picking up two silly yellow cards.

Leny Yoro and Diogo Dalot retain their starting full-back positions.

Kobbie Mainoo makes his first start since picking up an injury against Tottenham Hotspur last month, giving United a timely boost in midfield.

Carlos Baleba will support him in midfield with Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans available on the bench if their services are needed.

Club captain Bruno Fernandes starts in his favoured number 10 position.

The final third is unchanged with Amad Diallo, Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo keeping their places.

Joshua Zirkzee, Mason Mount and Shea Lacey are also available on the bench.

Confirmed Man United line-up (4-2-3-1): Senne Lammens; Leny Yoro, Harry Maguire, Ayden Heaven, Diogo Dalot; Kobbie Mainoo, Carlos Baleba; Bruno Fernandes, Amad Diallo, Matheus Cunha; Bryan Mbeumo

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