Real Madrid will take to the pitch at El Sadar this Saturday, February 21, to face Osasuna in La Liga’s twenty-fifth round. This match precedes their crucial second-leg playoff encounter in the Champions League against Benfica at the Santiago Bernabéu.
The Madrid side enters this match sitting atop the league table with 60 points, two ahead of their rivals, Barcelona. Meanwhile, Osasuna currently holds 30 points in 10th place, six points clear of the relegation zone.
While the team has been fortunate enough to avoid injuries or suspensions in recent matches, three key players remain sidelined and will miss the upcoming game. Rodrygo is still recovering from right hamstring tendinitis and his availability depends on his recovery progress over the next few training sessions. Jude Bellingham is recovering from a hamstring injury sustained during a match against Rayo Vallecano; he is expected to be out until at least April. Éder Militão, who suffered a hamstring tear against Celta de Vigo, is also unlikely to return to action until early April, as he seeks to regain his form after a long absence due to a severe knee injury last season.
The confirmed injured players are as follows:
– **Rodrygo:** Right hamstring tendinitis – Out, return date uncertain.
– **Jude Bellingham:** Semitendinosus muscle injury – Out until approximately April 1, 2026.
– **Éder Militão:** Left hamstring tear – Out until approximately April 1, 2026.
On a positive note, Real Madrid heads into this match without any players facing suspension. However, three defenders—Álvaro Carreras, Dean Huijsen, and Franco Mastantuono—are at risk of missing the subsequent game against Getafe if they receive yellow cards during this match.
As the team prepares for this important fixture, fans remain hopeful for a strong performance, which will help maintain their lead in the league and set the stage for success in the Champions League. The resilience shown by the remaining squad members will be pivotal as they navigate the challenges ahead.