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Manchester United
Much has plagued the Old Trafford club this season. From fights between manager Jose Mourinho and his players, fan discontent, bad results, "hard-to-watch" football, and a perception that the owners care more for money than they do in success, little is benefitting United currently.
The Champions League though is a saving grace. Especially, the win over an old boy and club legend Cristiano Ronaldo at Juventus. Ronaldo and company missed an array of chances, but United via Mata and a Chiellini own-goal pulled off a shock win.
However, United was beaten well at home to the "Grand Old Lady" of Italy, with Ronaldo and Dybala shining, and on that form will face a stern test should they meet a better side in the latter stages.
Though they are through, and to be second to Juventus/Ronaldo is no disgrace for any team.
The mission has been done - and I believe if Mourinho, the players, and the fans were being honest, second place would have been the realistically attainable option.
GRADE - 7/10
