Roma vs Real Madrid Prediction: Can Roma stay unbeaten?
SmartBet's Roma vs Real Madrid prediction is Roma double chance (1X), with the home side’s recent form supporting that selection. Roma are unbeaten in their last five matches and have also been difficult to beat at home, while Real Madrid have shown a little more vulnerability defensively.
The head-to-head record suggests both sides can create chances, but Roma’s defensive strength gives them a solid chance of staying in the contest. With the model also rating 1X above the market, backing Roma to avoid defeat looks like the stronger data-led angle.
SmartBet's Roma vs Real Madrid prediction is Roma double chance (1X), with the home side’s recent form supporting that selection. Roma are unbeaten in their last five matches and have also been difficult to beat at home, while Real Madrid have shown a little more vulnerability defensively.
The head-to-head record suggests both sides can create chances, but Roma’s defensive strength gives them a solid chance of staying in the contest. With the model also rating 1X above the market, backing Roma to avoid defeat looks like the stronger data-led angle.
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Roma vs Real Madrid is part of Champions League Matchday 2 on 14 October 2026, with kick-off at 19:00 UTC (20:00 BST). Oddspedia's SmartBet model makes Roma or draw (1X) the top Roma vs Real Madrid prediction, with a five-star confidence rating.
The model gives 1X a 59.63% probability, compared with 50.00% implied by the odds, resulting in +19.26% expected value. Roma are unbeaten in seven matches and eight at home, while Real Madrid have conceded in five consecutive games, which adds support to the home side avoiding defeat.
Prematch Probabilities
SmartBet forecast correct: Away Winner
What does the Oddspedia community think?
The Oddspedia community strongly favours Real Madrid in the result market, with 35 of 38 voters backing the away win at 1/1. The head-to-head record supports that view, with Madrid winning seven of the last 13 meetings and three of their last five trips to Roma.
Roma’s current form makes the picture less straightforward, though. They are unbeaten in eight home matches, so the draw remains a genuine threat to the popular Madrid selection and helps explain why the SmartBet model prefers Roma double chance.
Consensus
13
Community Tips
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Roma form analysis: Unbeaten and stubborn at home
Roma come into Matchday 2 in WDWDD form and are unbeaten in seven matches overall. They have also gone eight home games without defeat, underlining how difficult they have been to beat at the Olimpico.
Roma sit on one point after their opening Champions League match, so getting another result here would be important. Their matches have gone over 2.5 goals 57% of the time, while they have scored in seven consecutive games.
Bryan Cristante is their leading scorer in the competition with one goal. With Dybala and Pellegrini supporting Malen, Roma should still carry enough threat to cause Madrid problems.
Real Madrid form analysis: Winning run, but leaking goals
Real Madrid come into Matchday 2 in WWWLW form and already have three points from their opening Champions League fixture. Their matches have tended to be open, with 78% going over 2.5 goals and 33% over 4.5.
The main concern is at the back, with Madrid conceding in five consecutive matches. That could give Roma some encouragement, especially at home.
Mbappe and Valverde have both scored once in the competition, adding to Madrid’s attacking threat. An early goal from the visitors could force Roma into a more open game.
Roma vs Real Madrid odds: Madrid favoured, goals line set high
The result market makes Real Madrid favourites at 1/1, with Roma priced at 53/18 and the draw at 13/4. The Asian handicap points in the same direction, with Madrid -0.5 at 19/20 and Roma +0.5 at 12/13.
The Asian Handicap goals line is set at 3.25, with both over and under priced around evens. That leaves the market finely balanced on a relatively high total, suggesting goals are expected without strongly favouring a four-goal game.
Roma vs Real Madrid predicted line-ups: Dybala and Mbappe in the spotlight
Roma are expected to line up in a 3-4-2-1 under Gian Piero Gasperini, with Gollini in goal behind Mancini, Ndicka and Hermoso. Wesley Franca and Molina should operate as wing-backs, while De Roon and Kone provide the midfield base.
Dybala and Pellegrini are set to play behind Malen, giving Roma plenty of creativity between the lines. Real Madrid are projected in a 4-2-3-1 under Jose Mourinho, with Courtois in goal and Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Rudiger and Carreras across the back four.
Valverde and Tchouameni should anchor midfield, with Bellingham and Guler providing the creativity behind Mbappe. The midfield battle could be decisive, particularly in determining which side is able to control the spaces between the lines.
Last Matches
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Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts | ||
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2
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Real Madrid
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4
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4
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0
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0
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13:7
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W
W
W
W
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12
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20
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Roma
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4
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1
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1
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2
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10:8
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D
L
W
L
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4
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FAQ Roma vs Real Madrid
Who will win between Roma and Real Madrid?
Real Madrid are the bookmakers’ favourites at 1/1, and their strong head-to-head record gives further support to the away side. Roma’s current form makes this less straightforward, though, with the hosts unbeaten in seven matches overall and eight at home.
That home record keeps the draw firmly in play, so Madrid may have less room for error than the result market suggests.
What is the best bet for Roma and Real Madrid?
Oddspedia's SmartBet model makes Roma double chance (1X) the top Roma vs Real Madrid prediction, with a five-star confidence rating. The model gives the selection a 59.63% probability, compared with 50.00% implied by the odds, resulting in +19.26% expected value.
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Oddspedia SmartBet is a computer model that simulates match outcomes and converts them into probabilities for different betting markets.
It then compares those figures with the implied probability from the available odds. When the model gives a selection a higher probability than the market does, it can indicate potential value.
Where and when is the match played?
Roma vs Real Madrid is part of Champions League Matchday 2 on 14 October 2026, with kick-off at 19:00 UTC (20:00 BST) at the Stadio Olimpico. Roma head into the fixture with one point from their opening match, while Real Madrid have three after starting their league-phase campaign with a win.
Where to watch Roma vs Real Madrid?
In the UK, Roma vs Real Madrid will be shown live on TNT Sports 4 and TNT Sports 10, with streaming available through HBO Max.
International viewers should check their local Champions League rights holder, while bet365 may also offer live streaming or in-play coverage to eligible account holders depending on location.
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