Roma threw away a 3-1 lead by conceding three embarrassing goals from corner kicks for…

Real Madrid produced a dramatic comeback to defeat Roma 4-3 at the Stadio Olimpico in the Champions League on October 14, 2026. Roma held a 3-1 lead following a Marten de Roon opener and a second-half brace from Donyell Malen, with Kylian Mbappé scoring Madrid's first-half equalizer. However, the Italian side collapsed defensively late in the match.
Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid side exploited Roma's vulnerability on set pieces, scoring three consecutive goals from corners. Carlos Espí pulled one back in the 83rd minute, Endrick leveled the match shortly after, and Antonio Rüdiger secured the stoppage-time winner by volleying home at the far post.
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