Brazil and Real Madrid have been dealt a fresh injury concern after defender Éder Militão was forced off the pitch during Brazil’s latest international fixture with what appeared to be a suspected injury. The centre-back was seen in visible discomfort before being substituted, raising immediate alarm within both the national team camp and his club.
The timing of the setback is particularly worrying given Militão’s recent return from a serious ACL injury that kept him sidelined for nearly a full year last season. The 26-year-old had only just rejoined full first-team action for Real Madrid, gradually regaining match rhythm after an exhaustive rehabilitation period.
Militão’s absence last year was heavily felt by Los Blancos, who relied on Antonio Rüdiger and Raúl Asencio to cover the defensive void. His comeback had been viewed as a major boost for Xabi Alonso, especially with the club entering the decisive phase of the season. However, this latest issue threatens to halt his momentum once again.
