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Rodrygo on track for earlier return to Real Madrid after injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 8:15 AM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Rodrygo on track for earlier return to Real Madrid after injury

Summary

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo Goes is expected to return to action sooner than anticipated after recovering from an anterior cruciate ligament tear. Injured on March 2, he underwent surgery and was initially projected to be sidelined for ten to twelve months. Diaro AS reports that his recovery is progressing well, and he may receive medical clearance in January. Currently, Rodrygo has resumed daily activities and attended the World Cup to support Brazil. He is back at Valdebebas to support his teammates and meet the new coach, José Mourinho.

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Status Watch

•Rodrygo suffered a serious knee injury on March 2.
•He underwent surgery and faced a challenging recovery period.
•Expected medical clearance may come in January 2027.
•Rodrygo is currently participating in team activities at Valdebebas.
•He supported Brazil in the World Cup while recovering.

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8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid star Rodrygo on track for earlier-than-expected return

What they're saying

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It has been around four months, 138 days to be precise, since the Real Madrid forward Rodrygo Goes suffered his latest injury, an anterior cruciate ligament tear and associated meniscus tear in his ri...
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