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Roma players hope to face Mourinho's Real Madrid in Champions League

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 3:45 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Roma players hope to face Mourinho's Real Madrid in Champions League

Summary

AS Roma players have expressed interest in potentially facing José Mourinho’s Real Madrid in the Champions League group stage. Mourinho, who had a notable impact during his tenure at Roma, is reportedly remembered fondly by the current squad. Roma returns to the Champions League after an absence since the 2018-19 season, being placed in pot 2 due to recent European achievements, including winning the UEFA Conference League and reaching the Europa League Final. The draw will finalize on August 27, 2026, with teams from pot 1 including top clubs like Bayern Munich and Liverpool, besides Real Madrid.

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By the Numbers

•Roma players show intrigue about facing Mourinho's Real Madrid
•The Champions League draw occurs on August 27, 2026
•Roma last participated in the Champions League in 2018-19
•Under Mourinho, Roma won the Conference League in 2021-22
•Current squad seeks reunion with their former coach

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3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Champions League draw: Roma players hope for Mourinho reunion

What they're saying

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Sky Sport Italia reports that Roma players would be ‘intrigued’ by the prospect of facing José Mourinho’s Real Madrid at the Stadio Olimpico in the Champions League, given the strong bond the P...
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