Eder Militao likely to return to Real Madrid lineup this week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 4:50 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Eder Militao is set to return to training with Real Madrid this week, potentially rejoining the squad for their match against Malaga. Militao's absence due to injury left Real Madrid light on central defenders during their season-opening victory over Espanyol. With matches scheduled in quick succession, his recovery is timely for manager Jose Mourinho, who needs depth in defense. Militao was expected to miss until September but could be back sooner than anticipated.
- •Militao was injured during training in July.
- •Real Madrid's opening match ended in victory over Espanyol.
- •Mourinho utilized Ibrahima Konate and Dean Huijsen in defense.
- •Militao's quick recovery is crucial for upcoming matches.
- •The next match for Real Madrid is against Malaga.
- 4:50 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid defender to receive medical green light this week
"Real Madrid were very light on central defenders for their victory over Espanyol in their opening match of the 2026-27 season on Saturday night. Jose Mourinho started with Ibrahima Konate and Dean Hui...
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