Real Madrid's Late Goals Secure Dramatic 4-3 Win Over Roma
In a thrilling UEFA Champions League match at the Stadio Olimpico, Real Madrid overcame AS Roma with a stunning late comeback, winning 4-3. Roma initially took control of the match, with Marten de Roon scoring in the 20th minute, followed by Donyell Malen's two goals in the second half, putting Roma ahead 3-1.
Real Madrid responded with Kylian Mbappé equalizing shortly after de Roon's goal. However, Roma regained the lead with Malen's goals in the 51st and 57th minutes.
As the match neared its conclusion, Madrid made impactful substitutions, with Carlos Espí scoring in the 83rd minute, followed by Endrick leveling the match at 3-3 just two minutes later. Antonio Rüdiger completed the comeback with a goal in the 90th minute, securing all three points for Madrid.
This victory marked a strong start to their Champions League campaign under coach José Mourinho, who faced his former team in Rome.
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