Why Rodrygo and Thibaut Courtois were left out of Real Madrid squad for Clasico clash with Barcelona

The Brazilian winger suffered a thigh injury during Real Madrid’s Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund earlier this week. After assisting Lucas Vazquez for the third goal, Rodrygo pulled a muscle, and medical tests later confirmed an injury to his right thigh.

Meanwhile, Courtois has been out due to a recurring adductor injury. He first sustained this injury during the La Liga match against Atlético Madrid on September 29. After two weeks of recovery, he returned to perform well against Celta Vigo and Dortmund. However, his recent efforts in the Dortmund match aggravated the injury, necessitating another recovery period.

REAL MADRID STATEMENT ON THE INJURIES
The Brazilian winger sustained a thigh injury during Real Madrid’s Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund this week. After setting up Lucas Vazquez for the third goal, Rodrygo pulled a muscle, and subsequent medical examinations confirmed a right thigh injury.

On the other hand, Courtois has been sidelined with a recurring adductor injury. He initially injured himself during the La Liga match against Atlético Madrid on September 29. After two weeks of recovery, he made a strong return against Celta Vigo and Dortmund. However, his recent performance against Dortmund aggravated the injury, requiring him to enter recovery once more.

Madrid’s squad depth and adaptability will be put to the test as both teams vie for dominance. A win would not only propel Madrid to the top of La Liga but also allow them to match Barcelona’s record of 43 unbeaten matches, achieved between 2017 and 2018.

Real Madrid faces a challenging period with key players Rodrygo and Thibaut Courtois sidelined due to injuries. Rodrygo suffered a right thigh injury after assisting Lucas Vazquez during their recent Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund. This setback follows a significant assist in the game but will require Rodrygo to undergo a recovery period before returning.

Meanwhile, Courtois is dealing with a recurring adductor injury, initially sustained against Atlético Madrid on September 29. Though he managed to return after two weeks and performed well against Celta Vigo and Dortmund, his participation in the Dortmund match worsened the injury, necessitating further time off.

With these absences, Real Madrid’s depth will be crucial as they continue to chase both La Liga leadership and a chance to match Barcelona’s impressive 43-game unbeaten streak.