New Blow for Morocco's Opponent: Militão Injury Adds to Brazil's World Cup Woes
Injuries appear to be the paramount concern for the Brazilian national team ahead of the World Cup, particularly for coach Carlo Ancelotti, as "Seleção" stars continue to face successive absences with the global tournament just a month and a half away.
The latest development saw defender Éder Militão exit his club Real Madrid's match against Deportivo Alavés on Tuesday evening, suffering an injury around the 47th minute. This incident has sparked fresh worries within the Brazilian national team's technical staff.
This follows another significant setback when forward Rodrygo Goes was officially ruled out of the World Cup due to a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his knee, a severe injury that will sideline him for an extended period.
Furthermore, the recent period saw another key player, Raphinha, sustain a muscle injury during a Brazilian national team training camp, keeping him out of action ever since. He has now been joined by Estêvão Willian, who is also dealing with an injury.
These setbacks occur as the Brazilian national team prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they are placed in Group C alongside Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti.