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Real Madrid fights back against Roma but Vinicius receives four-match ban

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Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Real Madrid fights back against Roma but Vinicius receives four-match ban

Summary

Real Madrid mounted a comeback to level 3-3 against Roma in the Champions League after trailing 3-1 with eight minutes remaining. The late substitutions of Carlos Espí, Endrick, and Arda Güler sparked the turnaround at Stadio Olimpico. However, the team's morale was dampened by a four-match ban handed to Vinicius Júnior, which will exclude him from El Clásico and three other league matches. The ban was announced shortly before the match, causing Vinicius to express his frustration. Meanwhile, Palmeiras secured a 2-1 victory against Fluminense in Copa Libertadores play.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid trailed 3-1 with eight minutes left against Roma.
•Vinicius Júnior received a four-match ban before the match.
•Madrid's comeback resulted from effective late substitutions.
•Palmeiras won 2-1 against Fluminense in Copa Libertadores.
•Estadio de Vallecas will face sanctions after crowd trouble.

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Real Madrid experienced a day of mixed fortunes. They staged an epic Champions League comeback against Roma after trailing 3-1 in the 82nd minute, inspired by late substitutions. However, their joy wa...
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