Real Madrid beat Roma 4-3 as Mourinho takes the blame

Real Madrid beat Roma 4-3 in the Champions League on Wednesday, recovering from 3-1 down, and José Mourinho put his hand up for his side's struggles afterwards. According to ESPN, he praised his players for driving a seven-minute comeback at Roma. Endrick, on his 2nd appearance of the season, scored and set up a goal, according to Yahoo Sports. Real Madrid now have 6 points and sit in position 8 in the table, while Roma have 1 point in position 25. At the back, Real Madrid's defence conceded 3 goals against Roma, and that remains the main question for Mourinho.

What did Mourinho say after the win over Roma?

José Mourinho took the blame for Real Madrid's struggles at Roma, according to ESPN, after his side turned a 3-1 deficit into a 4-3 win on Wednesday. ESPN reported that he praised his players for the comeback.

GOAL wrote that Courtois criticised defensive mistakes that cost 3 goals, and that Mourinho faces challenges with a defensive system it described as in disarray. The coach's public acceptance of responsibility therefore sits alongside criticism from his goalkeeper over the defensive errors.

Where do Real Madrid and Roma stand in the Champions League table?

Real Madrid are in position 8 in the UEFA Champions League table with 6 points, having won 2 of their 2 games. Real Madrid's goal difference is +2, and the table lists no draws and no defeats.

Atlético de Madrid are in position 15 with 3 points, with 1 win and 1 defeat from their 2 games. Roma are in position 25 with 1 point, 1 draw and 1 defeat, and a goal difference of -1. Roma have yet to win in the competition.

How has Courtois performed in goal for Real Madrid?

GOAL reported that Courtois made 36 saves from 48 shots in 10 matches, an average of 3.6 shots saved per match. GOAL also noted that Courtois has started every match without being substituted.

Against Roma, GOAL said Courtois made 41 touches. GOAL also reported that Real Madrid conceded 12 goals in 10 matches, 1.2 per game, and kept 2 clean sheets in those 10 matches. Those figures describe the goalkeeper's workload and the defence in front of him.

Who is injured or missing in Real Madrid's defence?

GOAL listed Militao, Mendy and Asencio as long-term injured defenders, and said Huijsen was suspended in recent matches. GOAL added that Mourinho rotated full-backs including Cucurella and Dumfries.

Yahoo Sports reported that Endrick made his 2nd appearance of the season against Roma, scoring and providing an assist in the 4-3 comeback. Yahoo Sports also reported that Endrick said he will play if selected by Mourinho. Endrick's comments leave the selection decision with Mourinho for the next game.