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Valverde doubtful for Real Madrid's match against Villarreal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 8:29 AM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Valverde doubtful for Real Madrid's match against Villarreal
Summary

Real Madrid midfielder Fede Valverde is questionable for the upcoming match against Villarreal, as announced by coach José Mourinho during a pre-game press conference. Mourinho did not specify the nature of Valverde's issue, suggesting he may not participate. Additionally, Eder Militao is training with the squad but will not feature in the upcoming games while working on his fitness. Real Madrid is preparing for a key stretch in the 2026-27 season and will face Roma in the Champions League next Wednesday.

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  • •Fede Valverde is questionable for Saturday's match against Villarreal.
  • •José Mourinho did not disclose the reason for Valverde's potential absence.
  • •Eder Militao is back in training but not yet ready for matches.
  • •Real Madrid plays Roma in the Champions League next Wednesday.
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  • 8:29 AMYahoo Sports — BREAKING: Valverde questionable against Villarreal
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Real Madrid midfielder Fede Valverde is questionable to face Villarreal this Saturday, coach José Mourinho announced during today’s pre-match press conference. Mourinho did not disclose Valverde’s issue, but it looks like the Uruguayan midfielder could sit this one out as Real Madrid get ready for a crucial stretch of the 2026-27 season. In other news, […]

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