By Nimah Alabi
Real Madrid came from two goals down to defeat AS Roma 4-3 in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, after scoring three late goals at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy.
Roma took the lead in the 20th minute through Marten de Roon before Real Madrid player, Kylian Mbappé, equalised five minutes later to make it 1-1.
Donyell Malen then scored twice in the second half, in the 51st and 58th minutes, giving Roma a 3-1 advantage and putting Madrid under pressure.
However, Madrid mounted a remarkable comeback in the closing stages.
Carlos Espí scored in the 83rd minute before Brazilian forward, Endrick, equalised two minutes later.
Former Roma defender, Antonio Rüdiger, completed the turnaround with a goal in the 90th minute, securing Madrid’s 4-3 victory.
All three of Madrid’s late goals originated from corner kicks, with Arda Güler providing the deliveries that helped turn the match around.
The victory gave Real Madrid their second win in two matches in the Champions League league phase, taking their tally to six points.
