Real Madrid travel to Roma on Wednesday night for Matchday 2 of the Champions League league phase, with both sides looking to turn contrasting opening results into a stronger position in the new continental campaign. Kick-off at the Stadio Olimpico is scheduled for 21:00 on 13 October 2026.
What the night decided
Madrid arrive in the Italian capital after beating Inter in their opening European fixture, while Roma began their league-phase programme with a draw against Fenerbahçe. A second successive win would give the Spanish club an early lift in the standings; Roma, meanwhile, are seeking their first Champions League victory of the season in front of their own supporters.
The fixture also carries a personal edge for José Mourinho, who faces the club with whom he won the Conference League. Roma are now managed by Gian Piero Gasperini.
The two clubs have met 12 times, with Real Madrid holding a clear advantage: eight victories for the Spanish side, three for Roma and one draw.
Team news from Rome and Madrid
Roma go into the match after a goalless domestic draw with Como. Gasperini will be without Bah, Bryan Cristante, Koulierakis and goalkeeper Mile Svilar.
Madrid prepared for the European trip with a win over Villarreal, although that match was overshadowed by Vinicius receiving a straight red card after pulling Saliba’s hair. Raúl Asencio, Éder Militão, Ferland Mendy and Rodrygo are unavailable for Mourinho’s selection.
Match officials and coverage
France’s Félix Letexier has been appointed referee for the encounter at the Stadio Olimpico.
In Spain, the match will be shown on Movistar Plus+ Liga de Campeones, including Movistar Liga de Campeones and Liga de Campeones 4. The relevant channel numbers are 61 and 180 on Movistar, and 117 and 119 on Orange.
