Rodrygo’s injury ahead of the El Clásico is a significant blow for Real Madrid, especially with the high stakes surrounding the match against Barcelona. The Brazilian winger felt discomfort in his right hamstring during a crucial moment in Real Madrid’s 3-2 comeback win over Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League. After successfully aiding in a critical play that led to Lucas Vazquez’s goal, Rodrygo was forced to leave the pitch in the 85th minute, replaced by Aurelien Tchouameni.
While the injury initially appeared to be minor, the sight of Rodrygo with ice wrapped around his leg raised concerns. Real Madrid’s medical team is set to conduct more thorough tests to assess the severity of the injury. A preliminary assessment is scheduled for Wednesday, with a more detailed MRI scan planned for Thursday, October 24, 2024.
His absence in the El Clásico could impact Real Madrid’s attacking options, as Rodrygo has been a key player this season. His status for future matches will be clearer once the results of the scans are available.
