The match between Real Madrid and Villarreal not only left emotions on the field, but also concerns on the bench. Vinícius Jr., one of the key figures of the white team and the Brazilian national team, suffered a cervical injury that forced him to stop. After several medical tests, there is now confirmation of Vinícius Júnior's situation.
Vinícius Junior Gets Injured
The incident occurred just 20 minutes before the end of the match at the Santiago Bernabéu. Vinícius was forced to leave the field after feeling discomfort in his neck. After he got checked in the dressing room, Real Madrid's doctors shared their report. Vinícius needs a resting period and won't be able to join the upcoming matches of the Brazilian national team.
Being aware that the season has only just begun and about the importance of his physical condition for the team, The Brazilian player has decided to stay in Madrid to recover. Neither the club nor the national team wants to take any risks, given the delicate nature of a cervical injury and the load of matches that lie ahead.
Rodrygo and Endrick are Going; Vinícius is Staying
Rodrygo and Endrick were the first to hear the news about Vinícius' absence. Both players will travel with the Canarinha to face this month's matches. It is therefore clear that both Rodrygo and Endrick will gain prominence during this international break.
Vinícius's absence, although unexpected, is an opportunity for other names to take center stage. The tight schedule of the season requires careful management of the players, and both Brazil and Real Madrid know this well. It is, therefore, the ideal scenario for Vinícius Júnior to rest.
Militão's return to Madrid
Another player returning to the Spanish capital is Éder Militão, who's been unavailable due to a long-term injury. Militão returns to Madrid to continue his recovery process after suffering an injury during the beginning of the season. This means more good news for Ancelotti, who knows that the Champions League and Barça await him on his return.
Vinícius Júnior, Now in Delicate Condition
Both Real Madrid and Brazil have been closely following Vinícius' progress since he left the game against Villarreal. On both sides there is a clear consensus: The player's health will not be risked at this crucial point of the season.
Although the injury is not serious, the cervical spine is a delicate area and any relapse could complicate Vinícius's season. He's a vital player for both Carlo Ancelotti's and the Brazilian national team's plans. For this reason, Vinícius will remain in Madrid during the international break, undergoing treatment and doing specific exercises.
Vinícius's absence comes at a time when Real Madrid are also facing other challenges in their squad. Dani Carvajal's recent injury is another blow for the team, which has had to deal with a series of physical setbacks for key players. Carlo Ancelotti is confident that the international break will be useful to for his injured players to recover.
Meanwhile, in Brazil, expectations are growing to see how Rodrygo and Endrick will perform without the Vinícius's presence. Despite this absence, the Canarinha still have a top-notch squad for this month's matches.