Matheus Cunha scored twice after Bruno Fernandes converted a retaken penalty as Manchester United fought back to beat Roma 3-2 in the Champions League.

MANCHESTER UNITED roared back from 2-0 down to give beleaguered manager Michael Carrick a lifeline with a memorable 3-2 win over Roma at Old Trafford.

The unrest among the home fans bordered on mutiny after Roma surged into a 2-0 lead inside 20 minutes through Matias Soule and Donyell Malen.

But Matheus Cunha’s struck twice after a twice-taken Bruno Fernandes penalty had given United hope to end a nine-game winless run in all competitions.