Real Madrid’s Champions League comeback victory over Borussia Dortmund came at a cost, as forward Rodrygo suffered a muscle injury that has put him out of contention for this season’s first installment of the highly-anticipated El Clasico against Barcelona.
Rodrygo was substituted in the 85th minute by Aurélien Tchouaméni, with Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti admitting it’s highly unlikely the Brazilian will face Barcelona. Rodrygo had ice wrapped around his right leg after leaving the field, sparking concerns about his availability.
With Madrid trailing Barcelona by three points in the Spanish league standings, Rodrygo’s absence could be a significant blow. The El Clasico showdown at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium is always intense, and Madrid needs all its key players fit.
The Brazilian forward played a crucial role in Madrid’s stunning comeback against Dortmund, assisting Lucas Vázquez’s goal that sealed the 5-2 victory. His pace and skill will be sorely missed as he’s unable to recover in time.
Rodrygo has undergone further tests to determine the extent of the injury. Ancelotti now anxiously awaits indications from his medical team to know how long Rodrygo will be sidelined.
