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Real Madrid are hit with another concern as Rodrygo has been confirmed to have suffered a serious knee injury. The Brazilian has been diagnosed with a rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and a rupture of the lateral meniscus in his right knee.
The injury occurred during the club’s recent La Liga match against Getafe, where Rodrygo came off the bench in the second half. He felt discomfort almost immediately but showed remarkable resilience by staying on the pitch for another 30-40 minutes despite the evident pain, attempting to help his team in a tough 1-0 defeat.
Real Madrid star Rodrygo injured again; will he play World Cup?
No. Rodrygo will not play in the World Cup 2026 as his recent injury has crushed his footballing major dreams. The club has confirmed that the forward has torn his ACL and lateral meniscus.
This diagnosis represents a major setback for Rodrygo, who had only recently returned to action after a previous spell on the sidelines due to hamstring issues. The club has indicated that surgery will follow, and he will now face a prolonged period of absence from competitive football.
This blow comes at a challenging time for the Spanish giants, who are already dealing with multiple absences among key players like Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, and Eder Militao, as they prepare for upcoming fixtures, including their clash against Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League.
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