The Champions League lacks its usual luster without Manchester United, according to Cunha.

Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha believes the Champions League lacks a certain allure without the presence of his team, emphasizing the club's significance in European football as they successfully clinched a spot in next season's competition.

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This sentiment was expressed following his goal in United's thrilling 3-2 win over Liverpool F.C. at Old Trafford, a victory that sealed their return to the Champions League with multiple games to spare, as reported by BBC Sport on Monday.

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Cunha's emotional response was rooted in the club's resurgence, and he firmly stated that United's place is among the elite, asserting that the Champions League without Manchester United is a diminished competition, and conversely, the club without the Champions League is not the same entity.

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He emphasized that securing a Champions League spot should be viewed as a stepping stone rather than the ultimate goal, saying "But it is not only the Champions League, we need to fight for the titles, this is the first one."

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Under the guidance of interim manager Michael Carrick, United has experienced a notable upswing in form, with Cunha praising Carrick's leadership and the privilege of playing for the club.

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Cunha has been instrumental in United's campaign, scoring crucial goals in pivotal matches against Arsenal and Chelsea, thereby helping the team regain its footing among Europe's top-tier clubs.

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As the season enters its final stages, Cunha urged his team to capitalize on their progress, aiming to come back even stronger in the next season, a sentiment that reflects the growing optimism within the squad, with Cunha saying "We could come much stronger for next season."