Real Madrid fans are holding their breath as the club confirmed that Brazilian defender Eder Militao has suffered a muscular issue, adding to their mounting injury woes.
Militao aggravated the problem during Real Madrid’s 2-0 win over Villarreal, even though he was initially expected to miss the game after picking up the issue in a Champions League clash with Lille.
Militao’s injury comes at a crucial time for Los Blancos, who are already navigating a tricky La Liga season.
The Brazilian has now pulled out of Brazil’s upcoming internationals, leaving Madrid fans wondering if he’ll be fit in time for a crucial run of fixtures, including matches against Celta Vigo, Borussia Dortmund, and the highly anticipated El Clásico against Barcelona.
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Another setback for Madrid: The injury list
Militao isn’t the only one sidelined. Vinicius Junior has also pulled out of Brazil’s squad due to a neck issue from the Villarreal match.
Though Vinicius is expected back for the Celta game, Madrid’s injury list keeps growing. Thibaut Courtois, David Alaba, and Dani Carvajal are all out too, leaving Real with some serious gaps to fill.
Kylian Mbappe, another key player for Real Madrid, will be taking a break during the international window after being left out of the France squad to recover from a recent issue.
Real Madrid have had a tough start to the season, winning just one of their last three games across all competitions. However, Carlo Ancelotti’s side is still in second place in La Liga, trailing Barcelona by only three points after nine matches.
As Carlo Ancelotti’s squad battles on, Madridistas can only hope their team can weather the storm until their stars return. With Militao’s absence, Ancelotti will need to find a way to keep the defense tight – and the title chase alive.
Injuries may be piling up, but Real Madrid fans know that their team has a habit of turning up when it matters.
