In a concerning development for both Real Madrid and the Brazilian national team, defender Eder Militao has been forced to withdraw from Brazil’s training camp ahead of their crucial World Cup qualification matches against Ecuador and Paraguay. The 26-year-old centre-back sustained a muscle injury in his right thigh during a training session on Wednesday, and subsequent medical examinations confirmed a small tear.
“Defender Eder Militao complained of muscle pain in his right thigh after training on Wednesday and after medical exams carried out on Thursday, it was identified a small muscle injury in his right thigh,” the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) stated in an official announcement. “The player has been ruled out of Brazil’s next two qualifying matches and the CBF expresses its solidarity with the player at this time and wishes him a speedy recovery.”
Militao’s Absence a Blow for Brazil
Militao’s absence will be keenly felt by Brazil, who have made a disappointing start to their 2026 World Cup qualification campaign. The five-time world champions currently sit sixth in the 10-team CONMEBOL group after six matches, with only two wins, one draw, and three defeats to their name.
Head coach Dorival Junior will now have to reshuffle his defensive options for the crucial clashes against Ecuador and Paraguay, with Militao’s leadership and experience sorely missed. The Real Madrid star had been expected to play a pivotal role in Brazil’s quest to secure a spot at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Latest Injury Woe for Real Madrid
Militao’s injury setback is the latest in a growing list of fitness concerns for Real Madrid at the start of the 2024-25 season. The Spanish giants have already seen midfielders Aurelien Tchouameni and Ferland Mendy withdraw from France’s squad for their upcoming Nations League matches due to injuries sustained in Real’s 2-0 victory over Real Betis on Sunday.
Eduardo Camavinga, Dani Ceballos, and Jude Bellingham have also been sidelined in recent weeks, while David Alaba continues his recovery from an ACL tear suffered last season. This mounting injury crisis will be a major concern for manager Carlo Ancelotti as he looks to guide his team to success in both La Liga and the Champions League.
Militao’s Injury History
The latest injury blow comes as a particular disappointment for Militao, who had been working hard to regain full fitness after missing most of last season due to a torn ACL. The Brazilian international had been hoping to put his injury woes behind him and establish himself as a key figure for both club and country in the coming campaign.
However, this latest setback will likely require a period of rehabilitation and recovery, casting doubt over his availability for Real Madrid’s upcoming fixtures. With the Spanish giants already facing a challenging start to the season, Militao’s absence could prove to be a significant obstacle to their ambitions.
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