Real Madrid delivered a thrilling performance against AS Roma in Rome, staging a remarkable comeback to win 4-3 after trailing 3-1 with just eight minutes left on the clock.
Under the guidance of coach José Mourinho, the team scored three goals in the final moments of the match, securing their second victory in Europe this season.
The match began at a fast pace, with goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois making a stunning save in the fourth minute to deny a shot from Hermoso. AS Roma took the lead in the 16th minute when a shot from De Roon deflected off teammate Malen and found the back of the net. However, the lead was short-lived, as Kylian Mbappé equalized for Real Madrid in the 25th minute with a long-range shot that deflected off Mancini, outsmarting goalkeeper Golini.
Both teams had chances in the closing minutes of the first half, but neither could capitalize. Cucurella controlled the ball well but missed the target with his shot, and Bellingham’s left-footed attempt in extra time went slightly wide. In the second half, Roma regained control, with Malen scoring two goals, first in the 51st minute to make it 2-1 and then again in the 58th minute to extend the lead to 3-1.
Real Madrid faced a setback when Mbappé’s goal in the 67th minute was ruled offside after a VAR review. However, Mourinho’s squad launched an all-out attack, and their efforts paid off in the 83rd minute. After a corner from Arda Güler, Endrick’s header was saved by Golini, but Espi tapped in the rebound to narrow the score to 3-2. Just four minutes later, the same combination resulted in another goal, with Endrick heading directly into the net to level the match at 3-3.
The drama didn’t end there. In the 90th minute, another corner from Güler led to a spectacular acrobatic strike by Antonio Rüdiger, sealing the comeback at 4-3. Real Madrid’s late surge showcased their resilience and determination, leaving fans in awe of the thrilling finish.