Rodrygo, Real Madrid attacker, will miss the forthcoming El Clasico versus Barcelona due to injury, according to journalist Mario Cortegana.
The Brazilian winger, who started on the right side of Real Madrid’s match against Borussia Dortmund, was forced to leave the ground before the finish of the game due to what appears to be a hamstring injury.
This injury occurred just four days before the vital El Clasico at the Santiago Bernabeu, making his absence a big blow to Carlo Ancelotti’s team.
What has happened to Rodrygo?
Rodrygo experienced soreness in his right hamstring during a crucial time in the game, when he effectively recovered a nearly lost ball, resulting in Lucas Vazquez’s goal, which completed Real Madrid’s 3-2 comeback against Dortmund.
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Unfortunately, this effort came at a cost, as Rodrygo was replaced by Aurelien Tchouameni in the 85th minute due to his inability to continue.
After being replaced, Rodrygo was seen with ice wrapped around his leg, indicating that the injury may be more serious than initially thought. This has raised questions about how long he will be sidelined.
It is said that Real Madrid’s medical team intends to undertake additional tests to discover the exact degree of the damage.
While a preliminary examination is slated for Wednesday, a more complete MRI scan will be performed on Thursday, providing a better idea of the severity of the injury.
Time for a tactical switch.
Rodrygo’s absence creates a dilemma for Ancelotti, who must reconsider his tactical approach against El Clasico.
Without Rodrygo, Real Madrid may opt for a system with an additional midfielder rather than a direct replacement in the forward position.
The uncertainty surrounding the starting eleven will undoubtedly be on the minds of both the coaching staff and fans ahead of this high-stakes encounter with Barcelona.
As it stands, Rodrygo’s absence could impact the team’s dynamics in what is always one of the most anticipated matches of the season.
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