Real Madrid defender Éder Militão has suffered a significant setback, tearing the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right leg during a match against Osasuna on Saturday. This injury comes just over a year after he healed from a similar injury to his left leg. The 26-year-old Brazilian center back was visibly distressed, pulling his jersey over his face while being carried from the field in the first half of the 4-0 victory.
The club has confirmed that Militão will require surgery to address this latest injury. Having missed a substantial part of the past season due to his left ACL tear, which he sustained in the season opener, he made a triumphant return in March, contributing to Real Madrid’s successes in the Champions League and La Liga.
Militão has been a cornerstone of the team, playing a crucial role alongside Antonio Rudiger in the center of defense and helping to secure two European Cups and three La Liga titles for the club.
In addition to Militão’s injury, the match saw other players facing challenges, with Madrid forward Rodrygo receiving treatment for a left leg issue before retreating to the bench. Right back Lucas Vázquez also had to leave the game at halftime due to leg discomfort.
This latest injury marks the second ACL problem within the Madrid squad this season, following Dani Carvajal’s injury last month. The team is grappling with multiple injury woes, as goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, David Alaba, and Aurélien Tchouaméni are also sidelined due to their own injuries.
In light of these difficulties, it’s a time for the club and fans to rally together and support the players as they navigate this challenging period. The resilience shown by the team in past seasons can serve as a hopeful reminder that they can overcome adversity, and with the return of injured players in the future, there’s still plenty of football to look forward to for Real Madrid.