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Real Madrid defeats Internazionale in Champions League opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 9:20 PM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Real Madrid defeats Internazionale in Champions League opener

Summary

Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Internazionale at the Santiago Bernabeu on September 8 during the opening match of the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League league phase. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring following a turnover by Curtis Jones, and Federico Valverde added a second goal after capitalizing on an error by Josep Martinez. Despite playing with a depleted squad due to various suspensions and injuries, Real Madrid maintained their lead despite several scoring chances from the Italian side. Jose Mourinho, returning to manage Real Madrid during a period of personnel challenges, described the contest as a chaotic match with scoring opportunities for both teams. Real Madrid now prepares for their next Champions League fixture, an away match against Roma at the Stadio Olimpico.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid won 2-1 against Internazionale at the Santiago Bernabeu.
•Kylian Mbappé and Federico Valverde scored for Real Madrid.
•The match took place on September 8 during the Champions League league phase.
•Real Madrid played without several key players including Eder Militao and Rodrygo.
•Jose Mourinho will lead Real Madrid against his former club, Roma, in the next match.

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9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Mourinho: ‘A crazy game, could’ve been 7-6, but when it’s difficult you call Jose’

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Jose Mourinho admits Inter’s 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid was ‘a crazy game’ in the Champions League, he’s looking forward to Roma, but he returned because ‘if it’s difficult, you call Jose.�...
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