Real Madrid face double injury nightmare ahead of El Clasico

Real Madrid’s preparations for the highly anticipated El Clasico against Barcelona have been dealt a significant blow, with both Thibaut Courtois and Rodrygo ruled out due to injury.

Despite a stunning comeback win over Borussia Dortmund, with Vinicius Jr. stealing the show with a remarkable hat-trick, the absence of Courtois and Rodrygo has cast a shadow over Los Blancos’ upcoming clash at the Bernabeu.

Courtois, who sustained an adductor muscle injury, is set to be sidelined for two weeks, forcing Carlo Ancelotti to rely on Andriy Lunin between the sticks.

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Meanwhile, Rodrygo faces uncertainty as he undergoes an MRI scan to assess the extent of his injury, leaving Madrid without two key players in a crucial top-of-the-table battle.

With Barcelona holding a three-point lead in La Liga, can Real Madrid overcome these setbacks and close the gap, or will these injuries tip the scales in Barça’s favor? All eyes are now on the Bernabeu for what promises to be an electrifying encounter.