Roma ultras thanked Mourinho before Real Madrid clash: ‘You gave us back the ability to dream’

Roma’s Curva Sud presented José Mourinho with a bronze Capitoline Wolf and a letter before…

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Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 10:30 AM

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Roma ultras presented former coach Jose Mourinho with a bronze wolf and a letter of gratitude before facing Real Madrid.
Curva Sud supporters explained the gesture gave them the opportunity to say goodbye following his January 2024 sacking.
Fans inside the Stadio Olimpico honored Mourinho with a dedicated choreography and chanted his name before kick-off.

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Roma's Curva Sud presented former manager Jose Mourinho with a 1925 bronze Capitoline Wolf and a tribute letter before a Champions League match against Real Madrid. Supporters gathered to properly bid farewell following his January 2024 departure, thanking the current Real Madrid manager for restoring their dignity, pride, and ability to dream.

Inside the Stadio Olimpico, fans unveiled a choreography in Mourinho's honor and sang his name prior to Real Madrid's 4-3 comeback victory over AS Roma. Mourinho later expressed his gratitude on social media, reflecting on the enduring emotional bond with the Romanisti following his previous European success with the club.

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Roma ultras thanked Mourinho before Real Madrid clash: ‘You gave us back the ability to dream’

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