United 1 Galatasaray 0

Darren Fletcher's introduction in the 79th minute drew a cheer almost as loud as Carrick's goal and it was that strike that ultimately settled this opening Group H fixture.

Both sides will rue missed opportunities – Hernandez spurned two golden chances in injury time – and Galatasaray can certainly be proud of the part they played in an entertaining contest. It's United, though, who are off and running, back with a bump if not a bang in the Champions League.