Real Madrid lose Antonio Rudiger to injury for several weeks

Real Madrid’s defensive stability is shaken as Antonio Rudiger suffers a significant muscle injury during training, potentially sidelining him for two months. This setback limits Real’s centre-back options, despite the summer acquisition of Dean Huijsen. Meanwhile, Jude Bellingham is undergoing shoulder surgery after the Club World Cup, adding to Ancelotti’s challenges as they navigate a demanding schedule.