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Roma’s Kone forced off in 17 minutes against Real Madrid as Mbappe and France teammates console him

Roma suffered a blow in their Champions League clash with Real Madrid as Manu Kone…

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 7:33 PM
Roma’s Kone forced off in 17 minutes against Real Madrid as Mbappe and France teammates console him
Key Things to Know
  • Roma midfielder Manu Kone suffered an apparent muscle injury and was substituted after 17 minutes against Real Madrid.
  • France teammates Kylian Mbappe, Ibrahima Konate, and Aurelien Tchouameni consoled Kone during his treatment.
  • Niccolo Pisilli replaced Kone as Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini suffered a key midfield setback.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Roma midfielder Manu Kone was forced off after only 17 minutes due to an apparent muscle injury during a UEFA Champions League match against Real Madrid at the Stadio Olimpico. The France international pulled up and was replaced by Niccolò Pisilli. During his medical treatment on the pitch, France teammates Kylian Mbappe, Ibrahima Konate, and Aurelien Tchouameni consoled him.

The injury represents another setback for Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini, who relies heavily on Kone in midfield. The 25-year-old previously faced fitness issues, including a substitution against Fenerbahce on Champions League matchday one, as well as hamstring and thigh injuries sustained last season.

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