Vazquez's Injury Exacerbates Madrid's Defensive Challenges Before Man City Clash
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Synopsis
As Real Madrid prepares for the Champions League clash against Manchester City, Lucas Vazquez's injury adds to the team's defensive challenges. He faces three weeks out due to a hamstring strain, compounding issues already affecting key players like Dani Carvajal and Antonio Rudiger.
Key Takeaways
- Lucas Vazquez will be out for three weeks.
- Real Madrid faces a defensive crisis.
- Dani Carvajal is out for the season.
- Key defenders Rudiger and Alaba will miss the play-off.
- Real Madrid's match against Manchester City is crucial.
Madrid, Feb 10 (NationPress) Real Madrid's defensive troubles have worsened as they approach the Champions League play-off first leg against Manchester City. The club has confirmed that right-back Lucas Vazquez will be sidelined for three weeks due to a muscle injury.
Vazquez sustained this injury during the recent 1-1 draw at home against Atletico Madrid, a match that leaves them just one point ahead of their rivals at the summit of La Liga.
In an official statement, the club announced, 'After conducting tests on Lucas Vazquez, a muscle injury in his left hamstring has been identified, preventing him from joining the squad for the trip to Manchester. His recovery will be monitored.'
This injury couldn't come at a worse time for Real Madrid, as Dani Carvajal is already ruled out for the season. Additionally, central defenders Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba will also miss the play-off, joining long-term absentee Eder Militao, as reported by Xinhua.
Real Madrid is scheduled to fly to Manchester on Monday for the first leg on Tuesday, a crucial match that will determine who advances to the last sixteen of the Champions League.
The starting eleven from the derby underwent a recovery session indoors, while the remaining squad members began their workout in the gym before transitioning to the pitch for rondos and possession drills.
Real Madrid's squad includes:
Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin, and Sergio Mestre.
Defenders: Vallejo, Fran García, Mendy, Jacobo, Asencio, and Lorenzo.
Midfielders: Bellingham, Camavinga, Valverde, Modric, Tchouameni, Arda Güler, Ceballos, and Chema.
Forwards: Vini Jr., Mbappe, Rodrygo, Endrick, Brahim, and Gonzalo.
