EDER MILITAO NEWS

Training partially Monday Militao (knee) was spotted training partially on Monday for the first time since his long-term injury, according to Madrid Xtra.

Impact Militao was spotted back on the training pitch on Monday doing parts of team training under new coach Xabi Alonso. This is a good development for the Brazilian defender since he should be available ahead of schedule and could feature in the Club World Cup starting on June 18 against Al Hilal for the Merengues. That said, after a long-term knee injury, Militao won't be rushed back and will likely build his fitness back gradually before reclaiming his starting spot in central defense.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona must regroup after Inter loss to face Real Madrid in crucial La Liga clasico

Barcelona must recover from its painful Champions League exit in time to face Real Madrid on Sunday with the La Liga title on the line

MAY 8

Barcelona and Real Madrid clash in Copa del Rey final with more than a trophy at stake

Barcelona and Real Madrid meet in the Copa del Rey final on Saturday with more than just the trophy on the line for the fierce Spanish rivals

APRIL 25

Eder Militao return date set as Real Madrid continue to back Brazilian star - Reports Real Madrid centre-back Eder Militao is set to return to action before the new-look FIFA Club World Cup in June next year.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Real Madrid add Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven to list of transfer targets as Champions League winners eye backup for injured Eder Militao and David Alaba | Goal.com US Real Madrid are eyeing a move for Tottenham Hotspur star Micky van de Ven as they look to bolster their backline.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Surgery successful Militao has undergone and successfully completed the surgery on his torn ACL, according to his club.

Impact Militao will now start another long road to recovery, with the defender having completed his surgery. He will now start his long process of a return, likely needing anywhere from around nine months to a year before he is fit again. He will hope for no setbacks and a clean return, with this being his second torn ACL in the past three seasons.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid's Eder Militao Out for 2024/25 Season With Torn ACL Real Madrid announced Éder Militão suffered a complete tear of his anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee against Osasuna.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • SI.COM

Eder Militao injury update: Real Madrid defender tears ACL in right knee a year after tearing left ligament | Sporting News Real Madrid's Eder Militao suffered a serious knee injury on November 9, 2024. He only returned to action in March this year after tearing h...

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Eder Militao injury update: Real Madrid defender tears ACL in right knee a year after tearing left ligament | Sporting News Canada Real Madrid's Eder Militao suffered a serious knee injury on November 9, 2024. He only returned to action in March this year after tearing h...

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Tears ACL again Militao (knee) has been diagnosed with a complete tear of his ACL following being stretchered off during Saturday's match against Osasuna.

Impact Militao will miss the remainder of the season with the injury as Madrid continue to deal with injuries this season. The center back will undergo surgery in the coming days.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stretchered off Militao was stretchered off during the first half of Saturday's clash with Osasuna.

Impact Militao went down holding his leg and had to be stretchered off during Saturday's clash. He was in clear pain and the immediate fear was for a long-term injury. It's not clear how long Militao will be out, but if there's any silver lining it's the upcoming international break, which could limit how many matches he misses.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Militao (strain) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Militao was back on the squad list Friday, so his addition to the team sheet Saturday should be no surprise. He continues to see regular time when fit, starting in nine of his 11 appearances, and should continue in that role now that he is fit.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On squad list Militao (strain) is on the squad list for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Militao could be an option for Saturday, with the defender looking to have recovered from his strain. However, he will still likely need a late fitness test, with no confirmation of his availability. He has been a regular starter when fit, so he will look for the start, with Aurelien Tchouameni as his likely replacement if left on the sidelines.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eder Militao's Thigh Injury Adds to Growing Center-Back Crisis at Real Madrid Real Madrid confirmed Éder Militão sustained a thigh injury and left Brazil’s camp, adding to the club’s defender crisis.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Diagnosed with strain Militao has been diagnosed with a strain in his leg, according to his club.

Impact Militao could be missing out when the club returns from the international break, as he has suffered a strain in his leg following Sunday's match against Villarreal. He is still pending evolution, with a return date and the exact extent of the injury up in the air. That said, he will have a slight chance of returning following the break, with Aurelien Tchouameni likely taking his spot in the defense if he misses time.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Named to squad list Militao (thigh) is on the squad list for Saturday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Militao is already back on the squad list after leaving Wednesday's match due to a thigh issue. This is solid news for the club, with his issues appearing to only be minor after such a quick turnaround. He has started in their past four matches and has started in nine of their 10 matches this season, so he will hope to see the start Saturday.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with thigh injury Militao was injured and subbed out in the 57th minute of Wednesday's 1-0 loss versus Lille with a thigh injury, reports Guillermo Rai of the Athletic.

Impact Militao was forced to come off before the 60th minute Wednesday following a minor thigh issue. It is unclear if the substitution was just precaution, but will under tests to find out the severity of the injury. He's started five of the last six games in all competitions, totaling 18 clearances and six blocks while keeping one clean sheet in that span.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in draw Militao scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Militao got on the scoresheet with a rare goal during Sunday's draw. The defender isn't a major attacking threat, but in a team that creates plenty of chances he has more upside than some other defenders. Militao will hope to continue in a larger role during the busy autumn portion of the season.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles Militao registered one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Militao recovered from a minor injury and was back in the starting XI for Real Madrid. He's also played all 90 minutes during the first five La Liga games, totaling 14 clearances, eight tackles (eight won) amd six interceptions.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Named to starting XI Militao (thigh) will be in the starting XI against Real Sociedad on Saturday.

Impact Militao, who was injured while playing for Brazil during the international break, will make his fifth consecutive start of the La Liga campaign. With his thigh problem seemingly behind him, the central defender should once again go the full 90 minutes, though don't expect much out of him in the offensive end.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad to face Sociedad Militao (thigh) is in the squad to face Real Sociedad on Saturday.

Impact Militao didn't play with Brazil during the international break due to an injury sustained in training, but it seems the problem wasn't as severe as initially expected. The center-back will probably be a game-time call for Saturday, and if he can't go, then Jesus Vallejo would likely draw the start alongside Antonio Rudiger.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Militao (thigh) returned to training Thursday, El Desmarque reports.

Impact Militao missed the entire international break with a muscular issue, but got back in training Thursday. The defender is now expected to be fully available for Saturday's trip to Sociedad, though he may not be risked for a full workload straight away.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Muscle injury confirmed Militao (thigh) has been diagnosed with a muscle injury, according to his club.

Impact Militao was feared to have picked up issues with Brazil, and that has been confirmed, with the defender having been diagnosed with a muscle overload in his right thigh. He will likely start his recovery process in the coming days, looking to not miss much time. He is currently questionable for Saturday's match against Sociedad, although that could quickly change, with the seriousness of the issue still unknown.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury with Brazil Militao has picked up a thigh injury while on international duty with Brazil, Arancha Rodriguez of COPE Deportes reports.

Impact Further tests will be needed to determine the severity of the injury, but if it's serious enough to rule him out for the two upcoming Brazil matches in the World Cup qualifiers, then the center-back should be considered a heavy doubt for Real Madrid's upcoming contests as well. Los Merengues will resume their Liga play against Real Sociedad on Sep. 14 and later play against Stuttgart in the UEFA Champions League on Sep. 17.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Box-to-box performance Militao assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Valladolid.

Impact Militao helped lead the Real Madrid backline to a clean sheet Saturday during the 3 - 0 victory over Valladolid with one tackle (one won), two clearances, two interceptions and a block. The veteran defender also contributed an assist when he sent a ball over the top late in the second half that Brahim Diaz ran onto and would score. The goal involvement was Militao's first in La Liga since the 2022 - 2023 campaign after he was limited to just 10 appearances (six starts) due to injury during the 2023 - 2024 campaign.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE