On the evening of 14 October 2026, Roma hosted Real Madrid in a Champions League match which saw the public's attention move not only to the pitch but also to the stands. At the beginning of the match, a large banner dedicated to José Mourinho, the former Roma coach who now leads the Spanish team, was displayed in the Tevere Tribuna. The message, written in large and colorful letters, reads: "For the special world... for immortal Rome... Hail Mou!", a tribute that aroused the enthusiasm of the Giallorossi fans.
The gesture was coordinated by the Giallorossi fans, who wanted to celebrate the figure of Mourinho, considered one of the greatest successes in the club's history. The grandstand, located along the Tiber River, was decorated with flags and posters that highlighted the long collaboration between the former coach and the team. The event was made possible thanks to the initiative of Marco Campanella, correspondent of the press agency, who reported the scene live.
The match, which saw Roma start better than Real Madrid, was characterized by an intense rivalry. After a first quarter of the game in which Roma took the lead thanks to a goal from De Roon, Real Madrid responded with a draw thanks to a goal from Mbappé, who then created a dangerous situation for Hermoso's defense. Meanwhile, Roma suffered an injury to Koné, who was replaced by Tegola. Despite these difficulties, the fans continued to support the team with shouts of encouragement and other banners in the Curva Sud, where Mourinho also received kisses of support.
The tribute to Mourinho had a positive impact on the atmosphere of the match, demonstrating the strong bond between the former coach and the Roma fans. The event also highlighted how fans are able to celebrate football's protagonists, even when they find themselves managing opposing teams. The match ended with a score of 1-1, leaving both teams with a balanced result and with Roma continuing to fight for a place in the later stages of the Champions League.