FIFA virus strikes again
'Los Blancos' have been hit again by the feared 'FIFA virus', losing Coentrao. Real Madrid's medical team has confirmed that the Portuguese has picked up an injury to his left thigh and will be out for two to three weeks.
This new injury now leaves a gaping hole in the left side of the Real defence, as Marcelo is still injured and it doesn't look like he will be back in action for Saturday's game against Almería. The Brazilian, who has been suffering an injury to his left knee since 8th November, exercised this Wednesday in the gymnasium and only came out onto the pitch in the last few minutes to have a run-around. Ancelotti doesn't want to force the player's return.
Without Coentrao and Marcelo, the most logical option for the left back position is Álvaro Arbeloa. This was the Real Madrid line up for the club's last game before the World Cup break, when they played against Real Sociedad. The problem is that Arbeloa has returned from the Spain – South Africa game with niggles and may not be able to play this weekend against Almería.
To add insult to injury, Ancelotti also cannot count on the services of Castilla player Jorge Casado, who is also out for a month. If Arbeloa finally can play, Real will line up a defence with Caravajal, Pepe, Ramos and Arbeloa. Varane, who played in the France – Ukraine game, will be rested as he picked up a slight injury to his knee that prevented him playing the first leg game against the Ukrainians. Real doesn't want to run any risks with the Frenchman.
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