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Europa League: Man United overcome early deficit to beat Omonia Nicosia

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Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo, right, attempts a shot at goal in front of Omonia's Nemanja Miletic during the Europa League group E soccer match between Omonia and Manchester United at GSP stadium in Nicosia, Cyprus, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. (AP Photo/Petros Karadjias)

Manchester United overcame an early deficit to beat Omonia Nicosia 3-2 in the Europa League on Thursday and begin the healing process after a humiliating derby loss in the Premier League.

Seeking some respite in Cyprus following a 6-3 loss at Manchester City on Sunday, United fell behind to a goal on the counterattack by Iran striker Karim Ansarifard in the 34th minute.

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