Real Madrid concluded the finishing session in Valdebebas before the trip to Rome, where José Mourinho's team will face Gian Piero Gasperini's Roma on the second day of the Champions League. The coach led the team in a training session characterized by silent concentration and moments of lightness among the players, but had to deal with the absence of four key players.
Militao, Asencio, Mendy and Rodrygo were unable to participate in training. Militao only played briefly with the group, but it was stated that he will not be available for the match. The absence of these four injured players reduces the squad to 23 players for the trip to Rome.
Mourinho, who will speak at 6pm from the Olympic stadium, confirmed that the team will start with 23 players, probably including Huijsen as the only additional player. In his press speech, Mourinho reiterated that Militao will not be present and expressed appreciation for the return to Madrid, calling it a special moment after three years of value.
The Champions League match will take place on the second day of the tournament, with Roma preparing to challenge Real Madrid. While Mourinho's team focuses on final preparation, Gasperini has already commented on Real's strength, suggesting that the compactness of the opponent could represent a significant challenge.
Real Madrid, with their reduced squad, will have to rely on a solid team strategy to face Roma. The match, scheduled for tomorrow evening, represents an important test for Mourinho and his players, who will have to demonstrate that they can compete with the highest quality despite the absences.