UEFA Champions League: 10-men United fall 2-0 to Atleti; Viking hold Bayern to 3-3 draw ANI | Updated: Oct 14, 2026 09:08 IST Madrid [Spain], October 14 (ANI): Manchester United’s 2026/27 season is turning out to be a disaster after the club showed promise following Michael Carrick taking the helm of the club in January, as it faced another loss on Tuesday (local time). In its first away fixture for this season’s UEFA Champions League at the Estadio Metropolitano stadium, the Red Devils were handed a 2-0 defeat by Atletico Madrid, causing the club more misery as it also struggles domestically. Pablo Barrios scored inside the opening minute for Atletico before substitute Ademola Lookman sealed the victory late in the second half. Barrios capitalised on an early lapse in Manchester United’s defence to put Atletico ahead within the first 60 seconds of the match. Despite the initial shock of conceding so early, United pushed for an equaliser, with Bryan Mbeumo leading the attack on most occasions without any significant result. The hosts controlled much of the first half with their high-intensity pressing and possession. Alejandro Grimaldo came close to extending the lead with a free kick that struck the woodwork. Manchester United looked to respond after the break but struggled to create any clear chances against Atletico’s defence. Bruno Fernandes came close to equalising in the 70th minute, rattling the crossbar with an effort from distance. ‹› United’s task became more difficult in the 74th minute when defender Leny Yoro received a red card over a reckless challenge on Jonathan David. Atletico made their numerical advantage count five minutes later. Lookman, who had come on as a substitute, reacted quickest after goalkeeper Senne Lammens parried Jonathan David’s initial shot and found the back of the net in the 79th minute to seal the victory. Both teams have now recorded one win and one defeat in the opening stages of the Champions League league phase. Elsewhere, Norwegian side Viking FK held Bayern Munich to a dramatic 3-3 draw in the league phase. Viking mounted a late comeback to earn a draw after Bayern had overturned a two-goal deficit. At the Viking Stadion in Stavanger, Norwegian side Viking FK held Bayern Munich to a 3-3 draw, scoring a dramatic late equaliser after the German side had overturned a two-goal deficit. Gianni Stensness gave Viking an early lead in the second minute with a header from a corner before Peter Christiansen doubled their advantage in the 38th minute. Bayern responded after the break, with Harry Kane scoring twice in the 54th and 60th minutes to level the score. Luis Diaz put the visitors ahead in the 71st minute. However, Bayern were reduced to 10 men three minutes later after Michael Olise received his second yellow card. Viking capitalised on the advantage as Herman Haugen scored in the 90th minute to secure a 3-3 draw. With one win and one draw, Bayern are placed fourth with four points, while Viking are 26th with a draw and a loss. (ANI)

Madrid : Manchester United suffered a 2-0 defeat against Atletico Madrid in their first away fixture of the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League campaign on Tuesday, adding to the club’s difficult start to the season. Meanwhile, Norwegian side Viking FK produced a late comeback to hold Bayern Munich to a thrilling 3-3 draw in the league phase.

Atletico Madrid Punish Manchester United

Manchester United’s struggles continued at the Estadio Metropolitano, where Atletico Madrid secured a comfortable victory after capitalising on an early defensive error and a second-half red card.

Pablo Barrios gave the hosts the lead within the opening minute, taking advantage of a lapse in United’s defence to put Atletico ahead inside the first 60 seconds.

United attempted to respond, with Bryan Mbeumo leading much of their attacking effort. However, Atletico controlled large portions of the first half through aggressive pressing and possession. Alejandro Grimaldo came close to doubling the advantage with a free kick that struck the woodwork.

The visitors showed greater attacking intent after the break but struggled to create clear-cut opportunities. Bruno Fernandes came close to restoring parity in the 70th minute, only to see his long-range effort crash against the crossbar.

United’s hopes suffered another blow in the 74th minute when defender Leny Yoro was sent off for a reckless challenge on Jonathan David.

Atletico took advantage of their numerical superiority five minutes later. Substitute Ademola Lookman reacted quickly after goalkeeper Senne Lammens parried David’s initial effort, scoring in the 79th minute to seal a 2-0 victory.

Both teams have now registered one win and one defeat in the opening stages of the Champions League league phase.

Viking FK Stun Bayern Munich with Late Equaliser

In another dramatic encounter, Viking FK held Bayern Munich to a 3-3 draw at the Viking Stadion in Stavanger, completing a late comeback after the German giants had overturned a two-goal deficit.

Viking made a flying start, with Gianni Stensness heading home from a corner in the second minute. Peter Christiansen extended the Norwegian side’s lead in the 38th minute, leaving Bayern with a significant challenge after the first half.

Bayern responded strongly following the interval. Harry Kane scored in the 54th and 60th minutes to bring the visitors level, before Luis Diaz put the German side ahead in the 71st minute.

However, Bayern’s advantage was undermined three minutes later when Michael Olise received his second yellow card and was sent off, leaving the visitors with 10 men.

Viking capitalised on the numerical advantage in the closing stages. Herman Haugen scored in the 90th minute to secure a valuable 3-3 draw for the Norwegian side.

Champions League Standings

Bayern Munich have collected four points from one win and one draw, placing them fourth in the league-phase standings. Viking FK sit 26th with one draw and one defeat.

The results delivered contrasting outcomes for the two European heavyweights: Atletico Madrid strengthened their position with a home victory, while Manchester United were left searching for answers after another disappointing performance. Bayern, meanwhile, were forced to settle for a point after surrendering their early deficit and losing a player in the second half.