Manchester United vs AS Roma Stats: Head-to-Head and Past Meetings
Manchester United host AS Roma at Old Trafford in Manchester on 3 November 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00 UTC in the UEFA Champions League League Stage - 4. Both clubs are targeting the Play Offs positions in the league phase, adding extra weight to this clash. Manchester United vs AS Roma stats underline a high-stakes European night between two sides with attacking firepower and defensive vulnerabilities.
In the current UEFA Champions League league phase, Manchester United sit 21st with 3 points from 3 matches, having won once and lost twice, with a goal difference of -1 (5 scored, 6 conceded). AS Roma are slightly better placed at 15th with 4 points, one win, one draw and one defeat, and a goal difference of +3 (8 scored, 5 conceded). With both teams in the Play Offs bracket, this fixture could significantly shape their qualification trajectory, making Manchester United vs AS Roma stats particularly relevant for assessing the balance of power.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a finely poised European rivalry based on the recent competitive meetings available.
- Previous meetings: 2
- Manchester United wins: 1
- Draws: 0
- AS Roma wins: 1
Manchester United vs AS Roma Timeline & Historical Context
The Manchester United vs AS Roma timeline in the provided data focuses on their UEFA Europa League Semi-finals tie in the 2020 season. Over two legs, both sides produced high-scoring, open contests that highlighted their offensive strengths and defensive frailties. The tie was ultimately decided by the margin created at Old Trafford.
On 29 April 2021 in the UEFA Europa League Semi-finals at Old Trafford, Manchester United hosted AS Roma in a match that swung dramatically. The half-time score was Manchester United 1–2 AS Roma, but the English side produced a powerful second-half response to win 6–2 at full time. That result established a substantial aggregate advantage and showcased United’s capacity to overwhelm Roma when their attack clicks into gear.
The return leg on 6 May 2021 at Stadio Olimpico in Roma saw AS Roma respond with pride. In the same UEFA Europa League Semi-finals, Roma were the home side and defeated Manchester United 3–2, having trailed 0–1 at half-time. While the 3–2 full-time scoreline underlined Roma’s attacking threat on home soil, it was not enough to overturn the deficit from the first leg. Across the two fixtures, the rivalry was characterised by goals, momentum swings and a clear pattern of both defences being stretched under pressure.
Manchester United vs AS Roma Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The overall Manchester United vs AS Roma stats point to a short but explosive European series with a heavy goal count on both sides.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: Manchester United 8 - 5 AS Roma
- Average Goals per Match: Manchester United 4.00 vs AS Roma 2.50
Venue Split Performance:
- At Old Trafford: 1 matches played here — Manchester United won 1 (as home side), AS Roma won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
- At Stadio Olimpico: 1 matches played here — AS Roma won 1 (as home side), Manchester United won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
Manchester United vs AS Roma Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the Manchester United vs AS Roma last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 6 May 2021: AS Roma 3-2 Manchester United (Half-time: 0-1) – UEFA Europa League Semi-finals
- 29 April 2021: Manchester United 6-2 AS Roma (Half-time: 1-2) – UEFA Europa League Semi-finals
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 Manchester United Matches Results and Stats
For Manchester United, the available Champions League numbers are season to date and suggest a team that has been inconsistent but dangerous at home. They have played 3 matches, winning 1 and losing 2, with no draws. At Old Trafford they have been dominant in their single home outing, scoring 4 and conceding none, while away from home they have struggled, losing both matches and conceding 6 goals. Offensively, they average 1.7 goals per match, but defensively they allow 2.0 per game, underlining a high-variance profile.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 0, Lose 2 (season to date in UEFA Champions League)
Last 5 AS Roma Matches Results and Stats
AS Roma’s Champions League season to date indicates a more balanced but still attack-minded side. Across 3 matches, they have 1 win, 1 draw and 1 defeat. At home, Roma have been prolific with 7 goals scored and 4 conceded in 2 matches, while their single away fixture produced a 1–1 draw, showing they can take points on the road. They average 2.7 goals scored per match and concede 1.7, reflecting a tendency towards open, high-scoring games with both teams finding the net.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 1, Lose 1 (season to date in UEFA Champions League)
Historical Statistical Verdict
The historical Manchester United vs AS Roma stats, though based on a limited sample, highlight a rivalry defined by goals and home advantage. Each side has one win from two meetings, with both victories coming on home soil and no draws recorded. Manchester United have the edge in total goals scored across those matches, but AS Roma have demonstrated they can trouble United’s defence when playing with attacking freedom. Season to date in the UEFA Champions League, Manchester United bring strong home scoring numbers but a leaky overall defence, while AS Roma combine a potent attack with a slightly tighter, though still vulnerable, back line. Taken together, the head-to-head record and current European form point towards another open, competitive contest where both teams have credible claims, and where attacking efficiency and defensive organisation on the night are likely to decide who takes a crucial step forward in the league phase.
Manchester United vs AS Roma H2H Statistics updated on 29 October 2026.
