Protest at Old Trafford: tennis balls and food against the Glazers

Manchester United fans invaded the Old Trafford pitch yesterday, throwing tennis balls, food packages and green and gold balloons, forcing the referee to stop the match in the 21st minute, before witnessing the 3‑2 comeback against Roma in the Champions League.

At the 21st minute, chosen to symbolize the 21 years of the Glazers' ownership, food, tennis balls and green and gold balloons were thrown from the Stretford End, causing a brief interruption. The supporters protested against the rise in ticket prices and the results crisis despite Jim Ratcliffe's arrival, who has already sacked two managers without turning the league tide.

Matheus Cunha and Diogo Dalot helped clear the pitch after the fans' object launch.

In the first half, the visiting team had taken the score to 0‑2 in the first eighteen minutes thanks to a goal by Matías Soulé and a penalty converted by Donyell Malen.

Cunha magic lifts United in Roma thriller

In the second half Bruno Fernandes scored, paving the way for Matheus Cunha's decisive brace, which sealed the match at 3‑2.

Cunha was sent off for a double yellow after the celebration, but the Red Devils in ten held onto the lead.

The victory gave relief to Michael Carrick, whose bench was under threat after three consecutive defeats. However, the coach said he did not feel any personal relief, but is happy for the players' iron will.

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United currently sits in 17th place in the Premier League and will need to confirm themselves on Sunday against Aston Villa before the international break.