: Dictated play from deep, completing 105 passes and providing an assist in the 3–0 home win.
In their inaugural competitive meetings during the , Manchester United secured two dominant victories against Moldovan champions Sheriff Tiraspol. These matches were pivotal in securing United's progression to the knockout stages. Head-to-Head Record Goalscorers Sept 15, 2022 Zimbru Stadium Man United Sancho (17'), Ronaldo (39' pen) Oct 27, 2022 Old Trafford Man United Dalot (44'), Rashford (65'), Ronaldo (81') Key Match Highlights
: Across both games, United controlled the majority of possession—peaking at 74.7% in the home leg—restricting Sheriff to zero shots on target at Old Trafford.
: Ronaldo scored his first-ever Europa League goal and his first goal of the 2022 season via a penalty in the away fixture. He also scored on his return to the starting XI in the home match at Old Trafford .