Injury Woes Loom as Real Madrid Face Grueling Fixture Schedule

Real Madrid has been plagued by injuries this season, but their on-pitch form has remained unaffected, with Carlo Ancelotti’s side winning all four of their LaLiga matches, making them the only team to achieve this feat.

However, the injury concern is expected to catch up with Real Madrid, particularly as they prepare for a strenuous schedule leading up to the next international break. Over the next three weeks, Los Blancos are scheduled to play seven matches, including their first two Champions League fixtures.

As reported by Marca, Real Madrid currently has only 15 fit outfield players available for this demanding run of fixtures. Although Dani Ceballos and Ferland Mendy have returned to full training, Ancelotti is unlikely to rush them back into action.

Moreover, Vinicius Junior is not expected to be risked before the end of this month, and Eder Militao remains sidelined with a serious knee injury sustained in the season opener against Athletic Club.

In response to the limited options, Ancelotti may turn to youth players to bolster his squad. Young talents like Nico Paz and Gonzalo Garcia are knocking on the door for a senior team debut and could potentially make their first appearances for Real Madrid in the upcoming weeks.