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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.

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.

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?

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.