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Lorenzo Pellegrini opens up on Roma extension and Gasperini impact

Roma midfielder Lorenzo Pellegrini revealed that head coach Gian Piero Gasperini was instrumental in keeping him at the club following a six-month injury layoff. The Italian international emphasized his readiness to help the squad ahead of their Champions League tie against Slovan Bratislava.

Gasperini reveals how Madrid collapse fueled Roma win

Gian Piero Gasperini has credited a painful European collapse as the catalyst for Roma's convincing 2-0 victory over Genoa. The Giallorossi boss watched his side respond to continental disappointment with a clinical domestic performance that showcased their growing tactical maturity.

Carragher issues brutal Mourinho verdict at Madrid despite epic CL comeback

Real Madrid might have maintained their perfect start to the Champions League campaign, but the manner of their 4-3 victory over Roma has left Jamie Carragher unconvinced. Despite a dramatic late flurry at the Stadio Olimpico, the Liverpool legend believes Blancos boss Jose Mourinho is already struggling to find his feet in the Spanish capital.

UCL Power Rankings: Can anyone actually stop PSG from three-peating?

The road to Madrid has begun with the league phase well under way - but which teams are currently looking in the best shape to go on and lift the European Cup?

AS Roma v Real Madrid C.F. - UEFA Champions League 2026/27 League Phase MD2

Gasperini slams Mourinho after Roma collapse

Gian Piero Gasperini has delivered a defiant response to Jose Mourinho after the Real Madrid manager claimed Roma's players were "dead" during their Champions League encounter. The Giallorossi boss insisted his side were the superior team for the vast majority of the match despite a late collapse at the Stadio Olimpico.

Madrid star Espi reveals Mourinho instruction that inspired epic CL comeback

Real Madrid striker Carlos Espi has lifted the lid on the specific instructions Jose Mourinho gave him before he sparked a sensational Champions League turnaround against Roma. The young forward proved to be the catalyst in the Italian capital as Los Blancos recovered from the brink of defeat to secure a dramatic 4-3 victory.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
9	Chippa United	8	1	5	2	4	7	-3	8	L W D D D
10	Durban City	8	1	4	3	5	7	-2	7	L D L D W
11	Polokwane City	8	1	4	3	8	11	-3	7	L L D D D
12	Kruger United	8	2	1	5	4	12	-8	7	W L W L L
13	TS Galaxy	8	1	3	4	7	12	-5	6	L L L D W

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