Atalanta vs Manchester United ended in a 4 goal tie with the final scoreline of 2-2.
Duvan Zapata netted twice for Atalanta whilst Cristiano Ronaldo did the same for United. Cristiano Ronaldo also continues his record for scoring in every Champions League group stage this season.
The first half ended with Manchester United equalizing at the strike of Half-time making the scoreline 1-1. Manchester United started the game confidently but soon gave into Atalanta's tactical vigour.
Although Manchester United opened the scoresheet from a McTominay shot, it was Ilicic who actually converted on the other end.
In the 12th minute, Bailey's mistimed tackle let Zupata run through and play the ball to Ilicic. Ilicic placed it home as the ball slipped beneath the arms of De Gea for the home side to take lead. Cristiano Ronaldo had the final say in the first half netting it from a Bruno back pass.
The second half was a show run by Atalanta. They took the lead in the 58th minute from a tactful finish from Duvan Zapata.
Once again, Manchester United struggled to find rhythm and consistency with appalling display from their midfield. Ole opted for Cavani and Matic and then brought in Van De Beek and Sancho while United trailed.
In the 92nd minute, Cristiano Ronaldo had to convene yet again netting his second goal of the night from a carefully controlled pass from Greenwood. The half ended 2-2 with Atalanta being the more dominant side.
With this win, Manchester United move up the ladder in their UCL group F. They are now sitting at the top with 7 points-- equal to Villarreal but ahead in goal difference.
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