Key Takeaways:
- Eder Militao and Arda Guler were confirmed last Thursday to miss the remainder of Real Madrid’s season due to injury
- Both players suffered grade two hamstring tears, ruling them out for three to four weeks at a critical stage of the La Liga campaign
- Raul Asencio, after recovering from a virus, is expected to rejoin the squad for the match against Real Betis on Friday night
Injury Setbacks for Real Madrid
Real Madrid’s pursuit of the La Liga crown has suffered a significant blow, with confirmation on Thursday that Eder Militao and Arda Guler will be unavailable for the closing phase of the season. The club, already contending with a tight title race in the last six matches, now faces further challenges following fitness issues for two essential squad members.
Arda Güler y Militão sufren una lesión del bíceps femoral. Se acabó la temporada para ellos.
Lo de las lesiones en el Real Madrid durante los últimos años es digno de estudio. pic.twitter.com/DEGWF9NBQY
— Real Madrid Fans 🤍 (@MadridismoreaI) April 23, 2026
Details Behind the Injuries
Militao was forced off the field just prior to half-time during Tuesday’s fixture against Alaves. Initial reports suggested this may have been a precautionary measure. However, subsequent assessments revealed a more serious concern.
Meanwhile, Guler’s absence from training on Thursday prompted additional medical scrutiny. Though it was initially believed he would recover with rest, scans later in the day confirmed the severity of his injury.
Timeline and Potential Return
According to information published by Diario AS, both Guler and Militao have sustained grade two hamstring tears. The standard recovery period for such injuries is quoted at three to four weeks. Should either player recover on the shorter side of this timeframe, a return for the season’s final two matches – at Sevilla (away) and at home to Athletic Club – remains conceivable. However, if the full four weeks of rehabilitation are required, neither is expected to risk an early return – especially with the World Cup looming just three weeks after.
Asencio’s Return Offers Some Reprieve
In more positive news for the Madrid squad, Raul Asencio is poised to make his comeback after a week-long battle with a virus that reportedly saw him lose 6kg in body weight. His recovery has been progressing well, and club sources expect him to participate in the upcoming squad travelling to Seville for Friday night’s encounter with Real Betis at La Cartuja. While Asencio will likely be named among the substitutes, his availability provides a timely boost as the team contends with mounting injuries.
