2023-12-18 00:44:00
Real Madrid’s Victory Marred by Injury to David Alaba
Real Madrid’s 4-1 victory over Villarreal on Sunday was marred by a painful blow as David Alaba suffered a serious injury during the first half. Alaba went down under support in the dressing room and it has been confirmed by coach Carlo Ancelotti that the brakeman is suffering from a tear in the cruciate ligament. This means Alaba will undergo surgery and be out for a long time.
With various players, including Dani Carvajal, Eder Militao, and Thibaut Courtois, already sidelined due to injuries, the loss of Alaba is a significant setback for Real Madrid. Ancelotti confirmed that Orlean Tshoumani did return to fitness, but reinforced the possibility of looking for reinforcements in the upcoming transfer window.
Despite the injury setback, Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham, Rodrigo, Brahim Dias, and Luka Modric all scored in the win, temporarily propelling the team to the top of the standings. Modric, in particular, made history by becoming the oldest player to score and assist in the same game in Europe. The 38-year-old midfielder continues to defy age and expectations with his stellar performances.
While Modric wasn’t chosen as the man of the match, he was commended for his exceptional playmaking and scoring abilities throughout the game. Modric’s performance was described as “active from the beginning” and “perhaps the best on the grass” by critics.
Real Madrid will be hoping for a swift recovery for Alaba and the other injured players as they aim to maintain their position at the top of the table.
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