Manchester United continue to be a heart-palpitating proposition who cannot control matches. But, they also continue to be a box-office thrill, who stank the first half out, then put on a show that featured Cristiano Ronaldo heading the winner with minutes left. If this was not as late as his clincher against Villarreal it unleashed the same cocktail of relief, delirium and disbelief among fans, and when the final whistle went the No 7’s sink-to-the-knees and fist-pump illustrated precisely what victory meant.
While the bottom line is Atalanta are no longer Group F leaders and United have six points from three games, questions will continue regarding what Ole Gunnar Solskjær’s side can actually win. If this was another Old Trafford night to shake the head at, is also the type the manager will hope to eradicate.
