What a shock! Roma tear Real Madrid apart in the Champions League

José Mourinho's return to Rome is turning into a nightmare. Roma are producing a stunning performance against Real Madrid in the Champions League.

Details: In the second round of the Champions League league phase, Gian Piero Gasperini's Roma are shocking the Spanish giants at the Stadio Olimpico. By the 61st minute, the Italian side had established an incredible 3-1 lead over Real Madrid, who entered the match as favorites.

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The hosts opened the scoring in the 20th minute through Marten de Roon, but Kylian Mbappé restored parity just five minutes later. Despite the equalizer, Roma continued to cause serious problems for the Madrid defense.

The second half brought even more trouble for Mourinho. In the 51st minute, Donyell Malen put Roma back in front after a mistake by the visitors. The Romans then extended their advantage to 3-1, leaving the Spanish giants facing a two-goal deficit.

The situation is especially remarkable considering Mourinho is facing his former club, where he previously won the UEFA Europa Conference League. The match is still underway, and Real Madrid have not yet found an answer to Roma's attacking display.

It is worth noting that Roma began their Champions League campaign with a 1-1 draw against Fenerbahçe, while Real Madrid defeated Inter 2-1 in their opening match. The Romans are now chasing their first victory in this season's competition.

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