Rodrygo Doubtful for Clasico After Champions League Injury

Real Madrid's forward Rodrygo is uncertain for Saturday's crucial match against Barcelona due to a muscle injury sustained in the Champions League. Substituted late in the game, his absence could impact Madrid's league position, trailing Barcelona by three points.

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo is facing uncertainty for Saturday's highly anticipated clasico against Barcelona, following a muscle injury that forced him to leave the field during Tuesday's Champions League match.

Rodrygo was replaced by Aurélien Tchouaméni in the 85th minute in Madrid's impressive 5-2 comeback over Borussia Dortmund at the Santiago Bernabeu. Coach Carlo Ancelotti expressed doubts regarding Rodrygo's participation against Barcelona, pending further medical evaluations before the home game.

The injury occurred just before Rodrygo assisted Lucas Vázquez in scoring the third goal, which helped Madrid overturn a 2-0 deficit. Currently, Madrid is three points behind Barcelona in the Spanish league standings, adding pressure to Saturday's encounter.

(With inputs from agencies.)