Real Madrid staged a remarkable comeback to defeat AS Roma 4-3 in a seven-goal thriller at Stadio Olimpico in the UEFA Champions League. This victory extends Real Madrid's winless streak in European competition to five games, with three losses and two draws.
The match began with Real Madrid struggling to create scoring opportunities, with early chances falling to Matias Soule and Paulo Dybala. Thibaut Courtois made a crucial save to deny Mario Hermoso, keeping the hosts at bay.
AS Roma suffered an injury blow when Manu Kone was forced off the field, but the team remained determined and took a well-deserved 20th-minute lead. Paulo Dybala won the ball back in midfield, leading to a move that ended with Matias Soule setting up Marten de Roon for a deflected long-range effort that found its way past Courtois.
Roma's Malen came close to doubling the lead with a shot that almost slipped under Courtois, but Real Madrid responded with a goal from Kylian Mbappe. The French captain marked his 100th UEFA Champions League appearance with a goal, as a deflected strike looped over Pierluigi Gollini.
The match was filled with twists and turns, with both teams creating scoring opportunities and making crucial saves. In the end, Real Madrid's comeback effort paid off, and they secured a 4-3 victory over AS Roma.
