Roma Beat Madrid, Win ICC Cup In Melbourne

ROMA have won the opening game of the International Champions Cup with a 7-6 penalty shootout win over Real Madrid.

80,746 expectant fans filled the MCG for the first of three glamour friendlies this week, and although it was scoreless at the end of 90 minutes, there were glimpses of quality from each of the cavalcade of stars on show.
Gareth Bale was busy for Los Blancos, while former Arsenal striker Gervinho was dynamic alongside Iago Falque in the opening 45 minutes.
All eyes were on Cristiano Ronaldo, but he was overshadowed by crafty midfielder Luka Modric in the first period, with the Portuguese star showing a bit of pre-season rustiness when presented with a few first half half-chances.
EARLIER, Manchester City warmed up for their ICC opener against Roma on Tuesday with a late 1-0 win over Melbourne City.
Samir Nasri scored the decisive goal with a wonderful finish.