Kolkata:- Real Madrid’s UEFA Champions League resurgence under Carlo Ancelotti has brought relief, but injuries to Thibaut Courtois and Rodrygo threaten to disrupt their momentum ahead of the highly anticipated El Clásico.
Injury Worries
– Thibaut Courtois: The seasoned goalkeeper’s absence would compromise Real’s defensive solidity.
– Rodrygo: The midfielder’s creative spark will be sorely missed, potentially weakening Real’s attack.
⚪️🇧🇷 Real Madrid confirm Rodrygo to miss El Clásico with a muscle injury in the right biceps femoris.
He’s expected to be out for the next 20 days. pic.twitter.com/UJxu1axt39
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 24, 2024
Ancelotti’s Dilemma
Ancelotti must navigate injury woes to field a competitive lineup. Swift recoveries for Courtois and Rodrygo are crucial.
Tactical problems of real madrid
– Defensive Vulnerability: Courtois’s replacement must fill gaping holes.
– Midfield Void: Rodrygo absence demands creative adjustments.
🚨⚠️ Thibaut Courtois has suffered a muscle injury and he’s expected to miss El Clásico. pic.twitter.com/NV030vv96W
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 23, 2024
Ancelotti hopes for rapid recoveries, ensuring optimal form for El Clásico. Fitness updates will dictate selection decisions.
El Clásico Preview
– Date: Next Saturday
– Time: TBA
– Venue: Santiago Bernabéu
– Telecast: TBA
The fate of Real Madrid’s El Clásico ambitions hangs precariously. Will Ancelotti’s tactical prowess mitigate injury setbacks, or will Barcelona exploit these weaknesses?
