Roma fan arrested outside Old Trafford as away end falls silent for 15 minutes

Roma are at Old Trafford to face Manchester United in matchday four of the Champions League league phase, and the match was marked by a penalty awarded against Heaven. Spanish referee Gil Manzano is in charge, with assistants Ayuso and Barbero. Munuera is the fourth official, while Del Cerro Grande is the VAR with Fernandez as assistant VAR. In the 16th minute, Heaven handled Soulé's shot, and Gil Manzano pointed to the spot. The VAR conducted a silent check, which inevitably confirmed the penalty. The incident came after a sharp early flashpoint: in the 19th minute, Soulé and Bruno Fernandes were both booked after a bust-up following a throw-in. Soulé was angry with the Portuguese midfielder, who had not kicked the ball out with Rensch on the ground. The handball and the booking of Soulé made for a tense opening for Roma at a difficult venue in the Champions League. Soulé, who was involved in both the penalty chance and the dispute, was at the centre of the early action.

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has spoken ahead of his side's clash with Roma, saying the match means a great deal and that he has fond memories of playing against Roma in this competition over the years. Speaking to Sky Sport before kick-off, Carrick said: "It means a lot, this competition is important. I have played against Roma a few times in this competition over the years and I have good memories. They were a very good team and they still are. We were very impressed watching their start to the season, which has been very positive. We know we have a tough game tonight." Carrick said his side wanted to produce a good performance and secure a good result for their own reasons. He praised Roma's approach, adding: "They play very intense football and ask a lot of questions. They press a lot and they are good on the ball. They are a complete team, and we have to do a lot and give our best to win the game." The comments underline the importance of the fixture for United, with Carrick stressing the quality of the opposition and the demands his side face on the night.

Donyell Malen says Roma are ready for their Champions League fixture at Manchester United, which is the fourth matchday of the league phase, but insists the squad must be careful. Asked about United's current form, Malen said they are not getting the best results but are a good side, so Roma have to be careful. Malen is an established part of the Roma squad, and his comments come ahead of a difficult away trip in the Champions League. He is looking forward to the occasion at Old Trafford and sees the match as a test of Roma's focus against a side that remains dangerous despite its recent results. Asked whether Roma are ready, Malen said: "Yes, we are ready. I can't wait to play. It will be a great evening." On the numbers he has posted, he said: "Yes, those are good numbers. I hope I can add to them today." Asked about the atmosphere at Old Trafford, he said: "It's a fantastic stadium, I can't wait to play there. It will be a great evening."