AS Roma let a strong lead slip away as Real Madrid fought back to claim a 3-4 victory in the Champions League. Dutch international donyell malen played a starring role for the Italian side, though a late surge from the Spanish visitors turned the fixture completely around.
Donyell Malen Leads Roma Attack
After Kylian Mbappé brought the visitors level, donyell malen took charge of the match following the interval. The Dutch forward found the back of the net twice after the break, extending his tally to 23 goals for Roma in the current calendar year. Earlier in the contest, fellow countryman marten de roon had also scored his maiden goal in Europe's premier club tournament via a deflected long-range effort that sailed past goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, helping Roma establish a 3-1 advantage.
Real Madrid Completes Late Comeback
Despite trailing by two goals, José Mourinho's tactical changes shifted the momentum in Rome. Substitutions involving Arda Güler brought dangerous crosses into the box, allowing Real Madrid to level the score in the final minutes. Carlos Espí, Endrick, and Antonio Rüdiger all capitalized on corner kicks during the 83rd, 85th, and 90th minutes to complete the remarkable 3-4 turnaround, leaving Roma empty-handed after a thrilling European encounter. You can read more about this clash via Roma vs Real Madrid: Los Blancos Secure Dramatic Comeback Victory.
Sources: NOS, HLN, Ajax Showtime.
