Matchday 15 in Spain's La Liga proved to be extremely challenging for Real Madrid. In addition to their defeat on the pitch, serious structural issues within the squad have placed Madrid in a difficult situation. Injuries and suspensions are sidelining key players one by one, leaving the defense in a fragile state.
The most significant setback occurred during the game against Celta. Midway through the first half, Eder Militao suffered a serious injury and had to leave the field. In the second half, Fran Garcia and Alvaro Carreras received unnecessary red cards due to carelessness, further exacerbating the team's defensive crisis.
According to The Touchline publication, eight of Real Madrid’s defenders are confirmed to miss the upcoming La Liga match against Alaves. In addition to Militao, Garcia, and Carreras, the team will also be without Dean Huijsen, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Dani Carvajal, David Alaba, and Ferland Mendy.
Considering these squad deficiencies, the December 14 match between Real Madrid and Alaves is expected to be a tough challenge for Xabi Alonso's men. Even tougher, however, will be their Champions League clash against Manchester City, scheduled just four days earlier. These fixtures will demand maximum focus and deep squad rotation from the team.
At present, Real Madrid's defense appears to be completely "shattered." Fans are keenly following how the team will form its squad and successfully navigate such a challenging week. For Real Madrid, the scenario ahead of significant matches such as these derbies is an unexpected and difficult test.
This situation serves as a vital examination of the team's character, resilience, and precise planning. Meanwhile, fans continue to debate how the team will overcome these tough challenges once again.
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