Real Madrid Hit By Militao Injury At A Tough Time

Real Madrid confirmed Eder Militao is out with a groin injury, and the team now must play two very busy weeks without him. He got hurt during Brazil’s friendly match against Tunisia, and tests later showed a muscular issue. This means he will miss La Liga games and a Champions League match, making the squad look thinner in defense at the moment.

Militao’s Injury Comes From Brazil Duty And Arrives At A Bad Moment

The injury happened around the 60th minute of Brazil’s friendly, and Real Madrid later explained he has a problem in the adductor magnus of his right leg. The club didn’t say his return date, but Spanish media suggest he may need at least two weeks to heal. Because of that, he will not play against Elche, Girona, Athletic Club, or the Champions League game with Olympiakos. There is also doubt about him being ready for the match against Celta Vigo and maybe even the big European game versus Manchester City in December. These games all come close together, so his absence hits harder.

Real Madrid Already Missing Other Defenders Too

Militao isn’t the only name on the list. Antonio Rudiger is still unavailable, and Dani Carvajal is recovering after knee surgery. So the defense now looks stretched, and the coach has fewer choices than usual. The team already felt the impact of all these issues when they played Rayo Vallecano. They drew 0-0 and looked a bit tired after their earlier Champions League loss to Liverpool. Rayo pressed more and created more trouble even though they played a UEFA Conference League match just days before. They had less rest time, but Real Madrid still struggled to break them down.

Huijsen Also Leaves Spain Squad After Muscle Discomfort

Another problem came when Spain released defender Dean Huijsen before their World Cup qualifying match against Türkiye. He had muscle discomfort, and the federation said it didn’t want to risk his health. He already missed the earlier game against Georgia, where Spain won 4-0 and almost sealed direct qualification for the next World Cup. Real Madrid was informed of his situation, but it still adds to the feeling that too many defensive names are dealing with small injuries at the same time.

Tough Fixtures Ahead Make Recovery Even More Important

These injuries all arrive when Real Madrid really need stability. The team has important La Liga games, Champions League matches, and pressure to keep up form in both competitions. Militao’s speed and strength are usually a big part of their defense, so losing him when the schedule is heavy creates real pressure. The next two weeks will test how strong the squad depth truly is, and how soon the injured players can get back to full fitness.