Unpleasant news for Real Madrid doesn't stop. Winger Rodrigo was sidelined for a very long time due to a serious injury sustained in the match against Getafe. The Madrid club has officially announced that the Brazilian footballer has been diagnosed with a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament and external meniscus of his right leg. This means a big loss for the team at the decisive moment of the season.
According to reports, Rodrigo suffered a knee injury in the 0-1 loss against Getafe in the 26th round of La Liga. According to Reuters, he came on as a substitute and injured his knee in an awkward position during one of the episodes. Further medical examinations confirmed the concerns.
Previously, reports circulated that he had ruptured his cruciate ligaments, could not return to the field until the end of the season, and could even miss the 2026 World Cup. Now these fears are almost fully confirmed. According to Reuters and ESPN, Rodrigo not only will not be able to help Real Madrid this season but could also lose the opportunity to participate in the World Cup with the Brazilian national team.
According to journalist Arancha Rodriguez, the player's recovery period could be approximately 10 months. This figure is not yet an official statement from the club, but rather a journalistic assessment. Nevertheless, recovery from such injuries usually takes a very long time, and speculation has emerged that Rodrigo will not fully return to the field until 2027.
In short, this isn't just one player's injury - it's a serious loss for Real Madrid's offensive line, season plans, and even the Brazilian national team. Although Rodrigo hasn't shown the most statistically striking numbers lately, he was an important figure for the team in terms of game tempo, intensity, and attacking mobility. Now, the Madrid side will have to spend the heaviest part of the season in his absence.
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