When Rome visits Real Madrid in LaLiga, Spain, October
The clash between Real Madrid and AS Roma in the Champions League, played at the Bernabéu on October 10, opens a new phase in the white team's European campaign, while pressure on the coach mounts and qualification to the next stage becomes crucial.
Context of the match
The match takes place in Madrid, Spain, and is part of the Champions League schedule following the LaLiga EA Sports round between Real Madrid and Villarreal at the same stadium. The presence of Aurelien Tchouameni, who observed the game, underscores the importance of the midfield for the whites.
Expectations and line‑ups
According to the press, José Mourinho's team arrives as the favorite, backed by the quality of its forwards and the defensive solidity it has shown in Serie A. However, the Italian coach, under Gasperini's direction, has maintained an unbeaten run in domestic competitions, with wins against Fiorentina and Atalanta and a draw against Inter.
Fans can expect a hard‑fought contest over the 90 minutes, with players such as Malen, Dybala, Soule, Kone and Cristante making a difference in midfield.
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Reactions at the press conference
At the press conference, Aurelien Tchouameni said: “I will not give my opinion on our midfield. Ask the coach or the president; I am here to talk about the game.” The statement, published on October 13, sparked debate about the group's cohesion.
José Mourinho, for his part, answered the question about Vini’s starting status: “Will Vini start tomorrow? I won’t say, because I don’t want to lie.” The comment, released by Madrid Xtra, left the possible line‑up for the next encounter hanging in the air.
Furthermore, Mourinho spoke about the young Brazilian Endrick, noting that he still needs time to adapt to the European style and that his development might require a loan with a buy‑back clause.
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