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Callum Rice-Coates

Cristiano Ronaldo and Paulo Dybala combine as Juventus sink sorry Manchester United

Manchester United were outclassed as Cristiano Ronaldo's Juventus overcame Jose Mourinho's men in a Champions League clash that was worryingly one-sided at times.

It had been 15-and-a-half years since the most decorated sides from England and Italy last met in a competitive fixture, but anyone watching Tuesday's Old Trafford encounter will be under no illusion who is now in the better health.

Juventus toyed with United at times as Ronaldo enjoyed a winning return to his old stomping ground, with his cross leading to Paulo Dybala's goal on an evening that sometimes threatened to be far worse worse than the eventual 1-0 scoreline.


That's it from me tonight. I'll leave you with Miguel Delaney's match report from Old Trafford:
Here are the full set of results from tonight's action...
For Manchester City, things are looking much better. They began their Champions League campaign with a home defeat against Lyon, but have responded impressively. Their 3-0 win over Shakhtar sees them move top of Group F, a point above Lyon and four ahead of Hoffenheim.
A win for Juventus in the return fixture in Turin will be enough for them to win Group H with two games to spare. For United, qualification is still not secure, although they were helped by Valencia's draw at Young Boys earlier this evening. What is clear is that improvements will be needed if Mourinho's side are to advance into the latter stages of the Champions League.
The focus was on Ronaldo tonight but it was Dybala, and Juventus' sturdy defence, earning the plaudits. The Portuguese did, however, need the help of security when a fan appeared to rush at him immediately after the final whistle. The reception from the fans, though, was positive.
Full time
 
Manchester United 0-1 Juventus
 
That's it! A huge win for Juventus, who go five points clear of United at the top of Group H. Disappointing from United, who improved after the break but never truly looked like breaking down their stubborn opposition.
90+2 minutes 
 
Manchester United 0-1 Juventus
 
Tentative appeals for a penalty as Rashford is nudged off the ball. Nothing doing from the referee.
Full time
 
Shakhtar Donetsk 0-3 Manchester City
 
That's the final whistle in Ukraine, where goals from David Silva, Aymeric Laporte and Bernardo Silva have given City a convincing win.
 
90 minutes
 
Manchester United 0-1 Juventus
 
Three minutes of added time for United to find an equaliser.
90 minutes
 
Shakhtar Donetsk 0-3 Manchester City
 
Sterling strikes the bar after some nice interplay with Mahrez, who has impressed tonight. City are on the verge of an important win.
88 minutes
 
Manchester United 0-1 Juventus
 
The visitors break quickly in search of a conclusive second. Ronaldo lays the ball off to substitute Douglas Costa, whose pull back is deflected out for a corner. United, eventually, deal with the set piece.
87 minutes
 
Manchester United 0-1 Juventus
 
Mata finds space on the right and plays the ball into the box. Lukaku tries a first time shot but it's blocked and the Belgian's frustrating night continues. Time's running out for United.
85 minutes
 
Shakhtar Donetsk 0-3 Manchester City
 
The result in Ukraine is inevitable; it's just a case of how many City can score. Sterling weaves past three defenders in search of a fourth, but he's crowded out. 
84 minutes
 
Manchester United 0-1 Juventus
 
Lukaku works some space and gets a shot off. It's deflected and goes behind for a corner, but Juventus defend it well. 
83 minutes
 
Manchester United 0-1 Juventus
 
A bit of a lull at Old Trafford as stoppages slow things down. United need to regain their rhythm for a late push. 
78 minutes

Manchester United 0-1 Juventus
 
United might be relieved to see the back of Dybala, who's withdrawn for Federico Bernardeschi with just over ten minutes remaining. Max Allegri might be feeling a bit tense as the game reaches its conclusion. His side, unlike in the first half, have not always been convincing.
75 minutes
 
Manchester United 0-1 Juventus
 
Off the post! Pogba is really unlucky. His shot from just outside the box hits the woodwork and then rebounds off Szczęsny. 
73 minutes
 
Manchester United 0-1 Juventus
 
Ronaldo is lurking in the box, waiting for a moment to strike. He nearly gets it as Bentancur lifts a ball into the box. De Gea is out quickly to claim the ball.
72 minutes
 
Manchester United 0-1 Juventus
 
United have been better in the second half, without doubt, but frustration is beginning to grow at Old Trafford. Juventus are stingy defensively and United's lack of creativity in the final third is in evidence.
GOAL!
GOAL FOR CITY!
 
He's only been on the pitch for a couple of minutes, but Bernardo Silva adds to City's tally with a low drive into the bottom corner from 20 yards out. What an introduction! 3-0.

What time does it kick-off?

Manchester United vs Juventus starts at 8pm.

Where can I watch it?

The game will be shown live on BT Sport.

What are the odds?

Manchester United win 2/1 

Draw 9/4

Juventus win 6/4

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