Real MadridPreparations for their Copa del Rey semi -finals first leg against Real Sociedad has received a significant blow of a triple injury. Star player Kylian Mbappé, Federico Valverde and Thibaut Courtois will all miss the decisive match At the Reale Arena and leaves manager Carlo Ancelotti with a significant selection of headaches.
The absence emphasizes the intensive physical demands on players and the challenges of maintaining the squad condition during a demanding season.
Kylian Mbappé’s absence was originally presented as a potential travel issue at Ancelotti’s press conference. However, the club later confirmed that Mbappé underwent a dental procedure and experiences significant painexcludes him from the real Sociedad game.
Although the issue is not football -related, it still leaves Real Madrid without an important attacking player. The club reported that Mbappé had one “Very bad night” Due to pain and lack of sleep, resulting in the decision to give him rest.
Valvede’s continued muscle problems
Federico ValverdeAbsence depends on one persistent muscle problems in his left thighs. He played through discomfort in the second leg against Manchester City and received an injection for pain relief. Although it is not a serious injury, the club has decided to prioritize its recovery.
He will have a whole week of rest to ensure full condition for the subsequent matchesEspecially the long -awaited “euroderby” (match against Atlético Madrid). This highlights the pragmatic approach that the coaching staff has taken to prioritize the condition of the long -term player.
See also
Vinícius sparkles worry about Real Madrid: Leaves training injured, worrying Ancelotti
Goalkeeper Thibaut courtois will also miss the match due to a minor knee problemdescribed as an overload. Although the injury is not serious, it requires careful handling.
With courtois unavailable, Andriy Lunin was originally expected to start. But with Courtois who can’t make the bench, Ancelotti has called from González and Sergio most to provide goal support for the game. This further illustrates the club’s injury problems.
