Real Madrid Rally Past Roma as Mourinho Accepts Blame
José Mourinho accepted responsibility for Real Madrid’s difficulties during their Champions League trip to Roma, despite watching his side produce a dramatic late recovery to win 4-3 on Wednesday.
Real Madrid overturn Roma deficit
Madrid had fallen 3-1 behind in the Italian capital, leaving Mourinho’s side with a major task in the closing stages. The visitors responded with three goals in seven minutes to complete a remarkable turnaround and leave with a one-goal victory.
- Competition: Champions League
- Venue: Roma
- Final score: Roma 3-4 Real Madrid
- Madrid’s deficit: 3-1
- Time taken for the comeback: seven minutes
Mourinho credits his players
While taking the blame for the problems that put Madrid in such a difficult position, Mourinho praised the character shown by his players. Their response from two goals down transformed the match and secured an important Champions League result.
A comeback to remember
The seven-minute surge ensured that Madrid’s night in Rome ended in victory rather than disappointment. Mourinho’s players had been under severe pressure at 3-1 down, but their late push delivered a 4-3 win after one of the most dramatic passages of the match.
