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UCL Roundup: Nigerian Stars Shine
Moses Usor assists LASK in 4-0 win, Man United stages comeback against Roma.
In brief
Moses Usor assists LASK in 4-0 win, Man United stages comeback against Roma. Moses Usor provided an assist for LASK in a 4-0 victory over Slovan Bratislava, while Manchester United recovered from a two-goal deficit to beat Roma 3-2. Originally reported by Premium Times Nigeria.
LASK's dominant victory
Moses Usor provided an assist for LASK in a 4-0 home win over Slovan Bratislava, setting up Kasper Jørgensen for the opening goal in the 19th minute.
LASK's second goal
The Nigerian winger’s contribution helped LASK take control of the contest, with Jørgensen scoring again in the 37th minute to double the hosts’ advantage.
LASK completes victory
Robert Ljubičić and Samuel Adeniran added further goals to complete the emphatic victory. Usor was substituted in the 75th minute after an influential outing.
Galatasaray's win
At the RAMS Park, Osimhen featured as Galatasaray defeated Stuttgart 2-0 to strengthen their position in the league phase.
Osimhen's performance
Aleksey Batrakov scored twice in the opening 15 minutes to give the Turkish champions a commanding lead. The Nigerian striker also had chances to extend the lead but could not find the net.
Man United's comeback
The biggest drama of the night came at Old Trafford, where Manchester United recovered from a two-goal deficit to beat Roma 3-2.
Roma's early lead
Roma took an early lead through Matías Soulé in the 11th minute before Donyell Malen converted a penalty to put the visitors 2-0 ahead after 17 minutes.
Man United's response
United responded after the break, with Bruno Fernandes converting a retaken penalty in the 58th minute to reduce the deficit.
Man United's late goals
Matheus Cunha then struck twice, scoring in the 83rd and 86th minutes to complete a remarkable turnaround and secure a much-needed victory for manager Michael Carrick.
Man United's disciplinary issue
However, Cunha was sent off in stoppage time after receiving a second yellow card.
Other Champions League results
Paris Saint-Germain thrashed Villarreal 6-0, setting a Champions League record by scoring four goals within the opening 17 minutes.
Barcelona's victory
Barcelona also secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Aston Villa, with Lamine Yamal opening the scoring before Raphinha netted twice in the second half.
Inter Milan's win
Inter Milan defeated Feyenoord 3-0, while Bodø/Glimt and Lille played out a goalless draw.
The short version
Moses Usor provided an assist for LASK in a 4-0 victory over Slovan Bratislava, while Manchester United recovered from a two-goal deficit to beat Roma 3-2.
