Defending champions Real Madrid begin a new era in the UEFA Champions League sans Cristiano Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane, the two hallmarks of the side that won three European trophies in a row. The Los Blancos host AS Roma at home in head coach Julen Lopetegui’s first European game in charge. Roma managed to reach the semi-final in last year’s edition and probably played the most memorable match of the campaign-the 3-0 demolition of Barcelona. The last time Real Madrid were in action in the Champions League, they lifted the trophy, but it seems a lot has changed since then. Football fans in India looking for Real Madrid vs AS Roma, UEFA Champions League live streaming online with time in IST, along with CL 2018-19 match live telecast on TV with free score updates, your search ends here. The matchday 1 of Champions League hopes to be an exciting day of footballing action all around. Gareth Bale Talks About Cristiano Ronaldo’s Transfer to Juventus; Says, ‘It Will Be More About the Team, Than Concentrating on a Single Player’.

Karim Benzema and Gareth Bale are the two persons who seem to have benefitted the most from the departure of Ronaldo to Juventus. The duo has become focal points in the attack for Julen Lopetegui and stats also seem to point to the same. While Benzema has four goals to his credit, Bale is not far behind with three goals and three assists. The emergence of Marco Asensio has only the strengthened the side and his partnership with Isco will be the highlight for Madrid this season. UEFA Champions League 2018: Defending Champions Real Madrid Ready to Retain Their Crown With Opening Match Against AS Roma.

Bosnian footballer Edin Dzeko had eight goals in last year’s Champions League, and all eyes will be once again on him to deliver the goods for AS Roma. Although goals have dried in the opening few fixtures of the Italian league for the former Manchester City man, he remains a potent figure. Veteran Daniele De Rossi speaking to the media ahead of the game stressed on the fact that Real Madrid still remains a major force and must be respected despite the new squad. The Italian legend could very well be playing in his last Champions League season, and his leadership will be vital for Roma.

When is Real Madrid vs AS Roma, Champions League 2018-19 Football Match Schedule (Date, Time and Venue Details)?

Real Madrid vs AS Roma will take place on September 19 late night (September 20, 2018, Thursday at 12.30am IST). The UEFA Champions League 2018-19 football match will be held at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain with the kick-off time being 12.30am IST.

How to Watch Live Telecast of Real Madrid vs AS Roma, Champions League 2018-19 Football Match?

The viewers will be able to see the live action Real Madrid vs AS Roma match on channels of Sony Network. Viewers will have to switch to Sony Ten 1, Sony Ten 2, or Sony ESPN channels to see the live telecast of the Champions League match.

Where to Get Free Live Streaming Online of Real Madrid vs AS Roma, Champions League 2018-19 Football Match?

If the viewers are, for some reasons, not able to watch the Champions League match live on their TV sets, they can watch it online too. Real Madrid vs AS Roma game, free online live streaming online will be available on Sony Network's OTT platform - Sony Liv.

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