Real Madrid Hit Hard by Injuries
Real Madrid Hit Hard by Injuries
Real Madrid face a major setback ahead of their Champions League quarter-final
The match is set for Tuesday
The Spanish giants are set to play the first leg on Tuesday at the Emirates Stadium, but will be without six crucial players.
Ancelotti's Injury Crisis Grows
Manager Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed the absence of several key figures.
The injured players include Aurelien Tchouameni, Dani Ceballos, Ferland Mendy, Eder Militao, Dani Carvajal, and goalkeeper Andriy Lunin.
This situation leaves Real Madrid with limited options across both defence and midfield.
The only positive news for Ancelotti is the return of Thibaut Courtois.
The Belgian goalkeeper has fully recovered and is expected to start against Arsenal.
His presence could provide some stability to a weakened defence.
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Road to the Quarter-Finals
Real Madrid reached this stage after impressive performances in previous rounds.
They eliminated Manchester City with a 6-3 win in the play-off and then overcame Atletico Madrid in the Round of 16, winning 4-2 on penalties after a 2-2 draw.
Now, they prepare to face Arsenal, one of the Premier League’s top sides.
What Lies Ahead
The winner of the Arsenal vs Real Madrid tie will meet either Paris Saint-Germain or Aston Villa in the semi-finals.
In the domestic league, Real Madrid currently sit second in La Liga, trailing rivals Barcelona by four points.
Ancelotti will need to rely on his squad depth and tactical experience to overcome this injury crisis.
The clash against Arsenal will be a true test of resilience for the 14-time Champions League winners.
