Fri Oct 11 00:06:49 UTC 2024: ## Real Madrid’s Militao Expected to Be Fit for El Clasico Despite Injury Scare

**Madrid, Spain:** Real Madrid defender Eder Militao is expected to recover from a thigh injury in time for the crucial El Clasico clash against Barcelona on October 26. The 26-year-old Brazilian, who picked up the injury during Real Madrid’s La Liga win over Villarreal last weekend, was forced to withdraw from international duty with Brazil.

Militao’s absence comes at a time when Real Madrid are already dealing with a number of injuries. Vinicius Junior is recovering from a neck injury, Brahim Diaz is dealing with a hip abductor injury, and Dani Carvajal is also sidelined. However, the club is optimistic that both Vinicius Junior and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, who has been recovering from an abductor injury, could return for the Celta Vigo match on October 19.

Despite missing the World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Peru, Militao is expected to be back in action for Real Madrid within 10 days. This means he should be available for the crucial Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund on October 22, as well as the eagerly anticipated El Clasico.

The news of Militao’s expected return will be a welcome boost for Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti. With a number of key players already sidelined, Ancelotti will be hoping to have his full squad available for the upcoming challenges, including the high-profile clash against Barcelona.

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