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Manchester United dealt major injury blow as star limps off in Champions League

Midfielder looked distraught as he was forced off…

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 9:15 PM
Manchester United dealt major injury blow as star limps off in Champions League
Key Things to Know
  • Carlos Baleba suffered a second-half hamstring injury and was forced off against Roma in the Champions League.
  • Manchester United fell 2-0 behind inside 18 minutes following goals from Matias Soule and Donyell Malen.
  • Youri Tielemans replaced the distraught Cameroon international midfielder.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester United midfielder Carlos Baleba suffered a hamstring injury and was forced off in the second half of a Champions League match against Roma. The Cameroon international pulled up in agony while driving toward goal and was replaced by Youri Tielemans as United fell 2-0 down at Old Trafford.

Roma took an early lead through Matias Soule and Donyell Malen inside 18 minutes, prompting protests from the home fans against the club's board. The setback adds to difficulties for under-fire manager Michael Carrick, as Baleba had previously arrived from Brighton with an ankle issue.

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