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Matias Soule expected to start for Roma against Real Madrid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 8:14 AM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Matias Soule expected to start for Roma against Real Madrid

Summary

Roma prepares to make their Champions League debut against Real Madrid at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday. After a 0-0 draw at Como, manager Jose Mourinho is focused on selecting an effective attacking strategy, with reports indicating Matias Soule is favored to start alongside Dybala and Malen. Key players Cristante and Svilar remain sidelined, while Koulierakis has a chance to feature. Soule's potential inclusion comes after he did not see action in the last match, raising questions about the Giallorossi's attack against a strong Madrid side.

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•Roma faces Real Madrid in their Champions League opener on Wednesday.
•The match takes place at the Stadio Olimpico.
•Roma is coming off a 0-0 draw against Como.
•Matias Soule is poised to start in the upcoming fixture.
•Cristante and Svilar are out, affecting Roma's lineup.

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8:14 AMYahoo Sports — Matias Soule tipped to start against Real Madrid

What they're saying

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After a 0-0 draw at Como, Roma, who had been down since the 53rd minute, are ready to make their Champions League debut at the Stadio Olimpico. Wednesday’s fixture is a huge one: Mourinho’s Real M...
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