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2024 - 10 - 6

Real Madrid's Injury Jinx: Vinícius and Carvajal's Heartbreaking Setbacks!

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Just when Real Madrid thought they were back on track, injuries strike again! Vinícius Jr. and Dani Carvajal face challenging times ahead.

Real Madrid fans were buzzing after their team's 2-0 victory over Villarreal on Saturday, but the excitement quickly turned sour as injuries haunted the squad once again. Brazilian star Vinícius Junior has been sidelined with a neck injury that he sustained during the match, forcing him to leave the pitch before the final whistle. Vinícius, who had scored a brilliant long-range goal, reminded everyone why he’s considered one of the brightest young talents in world football. While the team celebrated their win, the shadow of injury loomed large, leaving fans worried about his condition and availability for upcoming matches.

Adding to the gloom, Dani Carvajal faced a devastating blow as well. Following an assessment by Real Madrid's medical team, it was confirmed that the experienced defender had ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament, a setback that will see him out of action for several months. Just days before the injury was confirmed, Carvajal had signed a contract extension with the club through 2026. It’s undoubtedly a rough patch for the Spanish right-back, who has been a pivotal part of the Madrid defense for several seasons now. The contract renewal is both a show of faith in his abilities and a painful reminder of his recent misfortune.

This injury saga comes as a heart-wrenching chapter for a team that is aiming to reclaim its glory. Vinícius, who is crucial for Brazil’s World Cup aspirations, has also been ruled out of the upcoming qualifiers, adding more pressure on manager Fernando Diniz to find a worthy replacement. Fans hope for a miraculous recovery, but with Carvajal joining the list of injured players, including Alaba and Courtois, it has become a race against time for Real Madrid to sustain their title hopes this season.

While Real Madrid may be facing adversity on the injury front, the club's history is filled with resilience. Dani Carvajal, famously known for his determination, played an instrumental role in the club’s multiple Champions League victories. On the other hand, Vinícius Junior's talent has drawn comparisons to some of Brazil’s football legends. In a stunning statistical anomaly, did you know that Vinícius scored more goals in his debut season than Ronaldo Nazário did? This highlights how the young star is already creating his legacy at a club known for its rich history. As the team navigates through these challenging times, fans hold their breath for a speedy recovery and hope to witness the revival of their beloved players back on the pitch.

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Real Madrid's Nightmare Continues: Vinicius Jr. Injured (beIN SPORTS USA)

Brazilian star Vinícius Junior has "a neck injury," which prevented him from finishing Saturday's match against Villarreal, where he scored the second and ...

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Carvajal medical report (Real Madrid)

Following tests carried out on Dani Carvajal by the Real Madrid Medical Services, the player has been diagnosed with a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament, ...

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European football: Carvajal suffers serious knee injury in Real ... (The Guardian)

Dani Carvajal has said he will be out 'for a few months' after rupturing two knee ligaments in the 2-0 win over Villarreal.

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Dani Carvajal renews Real Madrid contract after suffering long-term ... (The Athletic)

Real Madrid have extended defender Dani Carvajal's contract by a further year until 2026. The 32-year-old right-back's deal had been due to expire in the ...

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Real Madrid to accelerate contract renewal talks with Dani Carvajal ... (Yahoo Sports)

Real Madrid have been left devastated by the news that Dani Carvajal will be out for the remainder of the season, after it was confirmed that he suffered a ...

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Real Madrid 2-0 Villarreal (Oct 5, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (ESPN)

Expert recap and game analysis of the Real Madrid vs. Villarreal Spanish Laliga game from October 5, 2024 on ESPN.

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Vinicius Jr ruled out of Brazil break after Real Madrid confirm neck ... (India Today)

Vinicius Junior has been ruled out of Brazil's upcoming World Cup qualifiers due to a neck injury sustained in Real Madrid's 2-0 win over Villarreal, ...

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Real Madrid beats Villarreal 2-0 in La Liga but loses Carvajal to leg ... (The Associated Press)

Federico Valverde and Vinícius Júnior scored for the defending champions four days after they lost at Lille 1-0 in the Champions League to halt a 36-game ...

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Real Madrid - Villarreal CF live: La Liga - Football - TNT Sports (BT Sport)

Vinicius Junior scored a sublime long-range effort as Real Madrid got back to winning ways with a 2-0 win over Villarreal at the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday ...

Official Announcement: Dani Carvajal signs contract renewal (Real Madrid)

Real Madrid C. F. announces that, as planned, the club has agreed with Dani Carvajal to extend the player's contract, which will keep him at the club until ...

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22 years since Ronaldo's debut (Real Madrid)

The Brazilian, who bagged a brace on his debut against Alavés, went on to score 104 goals for Real Madrid.

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Toni Kroos urges Real Madrid to sign world-class Champions ... (Yahoo Sports)

Toni Kroos has personally recommended Real Madrid sign Joshua Kimmich.The 34-year-old retired following the conclusion of this summer's European ...

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Real Madrid Injury Updates: Alaba, Courtois, Vinícius Júnior ... (Playing for 90)

Real Madrid's key players, including Alaba, Courtois, and Vinícius Júnior, are battling serious injuries. Discover their injury details, expected return ...

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Real Madrid unlikely to sign anyone in January; retain 'total ... (Yahoo Sports)

Dani Carvajal's injury could be a major blow to Real Madrid, especially with Carlo Ancelotti's limited options in defence.The veteran right-back, ...

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Real Madrid extends Carvajal's contract after tests show knee ... (TSN)

Real Madrid extended Dani Carvajal's contract on Sunday after tests showed he will likely be sidelined for the rest of the season with a serious knee ...

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Vini Jr. medical report (Real Madrid)

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Real Madrid extends Carvajal's contract after tests show knee ... (Yahoo New Zealand News)

Real Madrid extended Dani Carvajal's contract on Sunday after tests showed he will likely be sidelined for the rest of the season with a serious knee injury ...

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Real Madrid extends Carvajal's contract despite tests showing knee ... (Business Standard)

Real Madrid extended Dani Carvajal's contract on Sunday after tests showed he will likely be sidelined for the rest of the season with a serious knee ...

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Real Madrid announce contract extension for injured Carvajal (Yahoo Sports)

Real Madrid have announced a new two-year deal for Dani Carvajal after it was confirmed the defender suffered a serious injury against Villarreal.

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Real Madrid tipped to submit audacious Trent Alexander-Arnold bid ... (Teamtalk.com)

Real Madrid right-back Dani Carvajal has been sidelined with a serious injury and the club are planning an audacious January bid for Trent Alexander-Arnold.

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Valverde and Vini Jr. strike to earn Madrid victory over Villarreal (Real Madrid)

Ancelotti's men settled the game with two spectacular strikes from outside the box from the Uruguayan, with a training ground move, and the Brazilian's ...

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Real Madrid extends Carvajal's contract after tests show knee ... (The Associated Press)

Real Madrid has extended Dani Carvajal's contract after tests showed he will likely be sidelined for the rest of the season with a serious knee injury.

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Ancelotti offers support to Real Madrid stalwart after crushing ... (Yahoo Sports)

Real Madrid are facing a tough situation after Dani Carvajal suffered a serious knee injury during the match against Villarreal. The right-back's injury ...

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Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior and Eder Militao to miss Brazil's ... (The Athletic)

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior and defender Eder Militao will miss Brazil's October international fixtures due to injuries. Vinicius Jr sustained a ...

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Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal faces surgery after 'serious ... (Eurosport.com)

Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal faces an extended period on the sideline after suffering a cruciate ligament injury after his side's 2-0 win over ...

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Two more Real Madrid stars pull out of international duty (Yahoo Sports)

Real Madrid defender Eder Militao and goalkeeper Andriy Lunin have both withdrawn from their international duties due to respective health concerns.

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Dani Carvajal Renews Real Madrid Contract Hours After ACL Injury (Sports Illustrated)

Dani Carvajal renewed his Real Madrid contract until June 2026 despite a long-term knee injury.

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Real Madrid to ignite a move for Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold ... (Sky Sports)

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