UCL reaction: Manchester United 3 - 2 Atalanta

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Let's have a look at the reaction as Manchester United pulled off a stunning comeback against Atalanta.

Second-half goals from Marcus Rashford, Harry Maguire and Cristiano Ronaldo gave United the win.

Manchester United v Atalanta in the Champions League

The reaction from pundits and players

United defender Harry Maguire spoke to BT Sport after the match: "The first half we conceded two bad goals. Two big moments in the game. For the first they caught us out and then the second it is a set-play that we shouldn't be conceding. We created a lot of chances in the first half so we knew at half-time that the next goal would be crucial. We got the goals we needed and deserved and I think we deserved the win in the end. Yes, we made it difficult but it is a tremendous victory in the end.

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On Ronaldo's goal, he added: "I had eyes on it all the way. I was right behind him. His leap, his timing, it was perfect right in the corner. We see it day in, day out in training and in the goals he has scored throughout his career. He has come up with a massive goal for us again in the Champions League.

"It is normally with my head [that he scores]. I have not manged to put one away. It is my first goal for the season and the Champions league. A proud moment with my family here."

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Ronaldo added on Twitter: "Yes! The Theater Of Dreams is on fire! We are alive! We are Man United and we never give up! This is Old Trafford!"

Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes speaking on BT Sport was less happy with the performance: "I get all the excitement but that first half I just didn't enjoy it and I think that first half put me off the second. I think if they were playing a better team they'd be out of sight. That first half was worrying. It looked anything but a team, it lacked unity - that was a worrying sign.

"Can they play Liverpool like that? Never in a million years. Can you play Manchester City like that? Can you play a top Champions League team like that?

The highlights

Did United deserve the win? Decide for yourself by watching the highlights in the video below. 

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Atalanta reaction

This is how the Italian responded to their dramatic defeat. They were superb in the 45 minutes but collapsed after that due to the weight of United's pressure. However, they were still be fairly confident that they can progress in the competition. 

Merih Demiral added: "Disappointed to lose, happy to score my first goal. What a night at Old Trafford. We’ll keep it up!"

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