The away side were inspired by goals in either half from the highly rated Levy Nene, who has 10 senior appearances in the Danish Superliga this season. United rallied late on as Chido Obi finished following a delightful deep through-ball from substitute Finley McAllister, but couldn't find the additional goals to draw level.
United's record in the competition this season thus reads two draws and two defeats, while FC Nordsjaelland have a strong chance of progressing thanks to their 100% record from three fixtures.
Despite no chance of progression, United showed good early intensity in our pressing and forward runs, but it was the visiting Danes with a string of chances in front of Tom Myles’ goal.