Roma fans unveil Mourinho tribute tifo on Champions League return
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AS Roma supporters displayed a choreographed tifo paying tribute to former coach José Mourinho as the club returned to Champions League football.
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Attributed to original sourceRoma fans put on a show in the stands for their first Champions League home game in seven years, including a tribute for Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho on his return.
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The Giallorossi were fired up for this truly special event, as they had not qualified for this tournament in seven years.
They opened with a 1-1 draw away to Fenerbahce, but the first home fixture was a massive event, with legend Francesco Totti in the stands.
Roma fans light up for Champions League Roma tifo with the message Sine Metu (Without Fear) against Real Madrid in the Champions League The real show was put on by the fans, starting with the tifo in before kick-off showing the Latin phrase ‘Sin-Metu’, which translates to ‘Without Fear.’
Once the game had started, a large banner was unveiled with a message for Mourinho, who won the Conference League for the Giallorossi, and then reached the Europa League Final before he was sacked in January 2024.
“Whoever brings glory to Roma, will always be honoured by Roma… Today your hands consecrate the rich spoils and the people tribute you with eternal glory,” read a banner in the Curva Sud.
It was followed by a huge flag depicting Mourinho holding the Conference League trophy.
Roma fans paying tribute to José Mourinho with tifos. https://t.co/DoXX6JjSvP
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There were other banners around the Stadio Olimpico too that Mourinho waved thanks to, crediting his strong rapport with the fans.
“For a special world, for an immortal Roma, Ave Mou!”
ROME, ITALY – OCTOBER 14: AS Roma fans before the UEFA Champions League 2026/27 League Phase MD2 match between AS Roma and Real Madrid C.F. at Stadio Olimpico on October 14, 2026 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Tullio M. Puglia/Getty Images) Another referenced the controversial Europa League Final defeat of 2023.
“In Budapest you defended us all the way to Hell, welcome back Jose, eternal Romanista!”
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What happened
AS Roma marked their return to the UEFA Champions League with a fan choreography honouring José Mourinho, who led the club to the inaugural Europa Conference League title in 2022. The display reflects the lasting bond between the Portuguese manager and the Roma ultras despite his departure. The tribute adds an emotional backdrop to Roma's first Champions League campaign in several seasons.
Chance analysis
Roma's Curva Sud used the Champions League stage to honour José Mourinho, underscoring how the Portuguese coach remains a revered figure at the Stadio Olimpico even after his exit. For a club that has cycled through managers since his departure, the gesture is a reminder of the stability and identity Mourinho provided during a trophy-winning spell. It also sets a charged atmosphere for the group-stage matches ahead, where Roma will look to re-establish themselves among Europe's elite.
No direct performance impact, though the tribute reinforces fan support and emotional connection during Roma's Champions League campaign.