Dalot says comeback could change United’s season

Diogo Dalot says Manchester United’s dramatic Champions League comeback against Roma at Old Trafford on Tuesday – overturning a two‑goal deficit to win 3‑2 – could change the club’s season. The Portuguese defender highlighted the shift in momentum and confidence it provides after a nine‑match winless run and a league start that left United seventeenth, just above the relegation zone.

Turnaround sparked by penalty and goals

Bruno Fernandes' retaken penalty sparked the revival. Matheus Cunha then delivered a last‑gasp brace to level the tie.

Later, a red card fell against United, completing the spectacular fightback. The dismissal came under Michael Carrick's management.

Roma had raced into a deserved two‑goal lead in the European tie before United, amid a nine‑match winless spell, looked set to see the deficit reach double figures. The Red Devils were under intense pressure.

The victory arrived after United endured their worst league start since 1986, sitting seventeenth on goal difference. Their poor Premier League form has left them just above the relegation zone.

Aftermath and hopes ahead of Villa

Dalot praised the second half, saying, “I think a really good second half. I think we came with the right attitude.” He added that the win could change momentum and confidence.

United rally from two down to beat Roma 3-2

He warned that when the club does not win, “every person, everyone involved gets under pressure.” Dalot said the team must improve to meet expectations.

Attention now turns to Aston Villa's visit to Old Trafford, where Man United will try to secure a second Premier League win. A Sunday victory would be huge ahead of the international break, while another setback could raise questions over Carrick's future.

Dalot admitted, “These moments are really tough, I’m not going to lie.” He insisted that winning games is the only way to build confidence.

Michael Carrick remains under an uncertain future despite Tuesday’s win. The club’s board will assess his position soon.

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Before kick‑off, thousands of green and gold balloons were released from the Stretford End and supporters sang anti‑Glazer songs, throwing tennis balls onto the pitch at 20 minutes and five seconds to mark the year 2005. The Glazer family have owned United since 2005 and have loaded £1.2bn of debt onto the club, fueling fan anger.

United have seven points from their opening nine Premier League games. It is their worst start since the 1987‑88 season.