Real Madrid’s injury woes continue as centre-back Eder Militao has been forced to withdraw from Brazil’s training camp ahead of their upcoming South America World Cup qualifying matches against Ecuador and Paraguay. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced on Thursday that Militao suffered a small muscle injury in his right thigh, detected after he complained of pain following Wednesday’s training session. This injury effectively rules him out of Brazil’s next two qualifying fixtures. The CBF expressed their support for Militao, wishing him a swift recovery.
The 26-year-old defender, who missed a significant portion of last season due to a torn ACL, adds to the growing list of Real Madrid players sidelined with injuries at the start of the new season. Notably, midfielders Aurelien Tchouameni and Ferland Mendy were forced to leave France’s camp due to injuries sustained during Real’s 2-0 win over Real Betis on Sunday. Additionally, midfielders Eduardo Camavinga, Dani Ceballos and Jude Bellingham have also suffered injuries in recent weeks, while defender David Alaba continues to recover from an ACL tear he sustained last season.
As Real Madrid prepares for a demanding season, the accumulation of injuries raises concerns about the team’s ability to maintain their competitive edge. With key players sidelined, manager Carlo Ancelotti faces a challenging task in finding solutions and ensuring a successful campaign.
