REAL MADRID NEWS

Mbappé comes off the bench for Real Madrid in return from hamstring injury

Kylian Mbappé has returned from a hamstring injury by coming off the bench for Real Madrid in the second half of the team’s Champions League match at Lille

OCTOBER 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brazil teenager Endrick becomes youngest Champions League starter for Real Madrid

Endrick has yet another record to his name with Real Madrid

OCTOBER 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mbappé can't rescue Real Madrid in Champions League loss to Lille

Kylian Mbappé came off the bench but could not stop defending champion Real Madrid losing 1-0 at unheralded Lille in the revamped Champions League

OCTOBER 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fran Garcia - Plays second half Garcia had two crosses (zero accurate) and two tackles in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat versus Lille.

Impact Garcia was able to play the entire second half after only get two minutes of play the last two matches. He's only started twice in eight appearances in all competitions recording 13 crosses (six accurate) and five tackles (four won) during his second campaign with Los Blancos.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Vinicius Junior - Comes out empty Vinicius Junior recorded four shots (two on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat versus Lille.

Impact Vinicius Junior was not able to find anything Wednesday despite recording four shots with five crosses. He bring his average shots to 2.7 and chances created to 2.5, logging in a goal and three assists in the last five games, four of them coming as starts.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Eduardo Camavinga - Makes season debut Camavinga generated three tackles (two won), three clearances and two interceptions in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to Lille. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 59th minute.

Impact Camavinga made his much anticipated return to the pitch after missing the last month with a sprain. He will be in contention for regular minutes on the pitch with Aurelien Tchouameni, having made 21 starts in 31 La Liga appearances in 2023/24.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Eder Militao - Leaves with thigh injury Militao was injured and subbed out in the 57th minute of Wednesday's 1-0 loss versus Lille with a thigh injury, reports Guillermo Rai of the Athletic.

Impact Militao was forced to come off before the 60th minute Wednesday following a minor thigh issue. It is unclear if the substitution was just precaution, but will under tests to find out the severity of the injury. He's started five of the last six games in all competitions, totaling 18 clearances and six blocks while keeping one clean sheet in that span.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Kylian Mbappe - Not effective in loss Mbappe recorded eight passess in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat versus Lille.

Impact Mbappe was able to get solid minutes off the bench following his injury, getting 33 minutes against Lille. However, the forward failed to be much of an option, not getting a single shot or cross. He is expected to return to the starting XI against Villarreal on Saturday, after logging in five goals in seven La Liga appearances.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Andriy Lunin - Makes season debut Lunin had two saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat versus Lille.

Impact Lunin made his first appearance of the season, failing to save the penalty that saw Real Madrid take the loss. He signed a six year contract extension, therefore the keeper is expected to remain with Los Blancos long term, though will keep his backup role to Thibaut Courtois.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Kylian Mbappe - On bench Mbappe (hamstring) is on the bench for Wednesday's UCL clash with Lille.

Impact Mbappe is back for Los Blanco after missing a match with a hamstring injury. His start on the bench is expected as the team do not want to rush the forward back too soon. However, he is expected to see an appearance after recording six goals with one assists in five games in all competitions.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid Predicted Lineup vs. Lille: Champions League How Real Madrid could line up without Kylian Mbappé and Thibaut Courtois for its Champions League clash with Lille.

OCTOBER 2 • SACBEE.COM

No reunion for Mbappé brothers when Real Madrid visits Lille in the Champions League

Ethan Mbappé’s dream of facing his famous brother in the Champions League will have to wait

OCTOBER 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Real Madrid and Arsenal Target Brazilian Starlet, per Report Both Real Madrid and Arsenal are interested in Vitor Reis, Palmeiras’s 18-year-old defender.

OCTOBER 1 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Real Madrid and Arsenal Target Brazilian Starlet, per Report Both Real Madrid and Arsenal are interested in Vitor Reis, Palmeiras’s 18-year-old defender.

OCTOBER 1 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Kylian Mbappe - Trains Tuesday Mbappe (hamstring) was able to train as he is listed on the team sheet for Wednesday's UCL clash with Lille. According to manager Carlo Ancelotti, "Today, he'll do all the training...

Impact Mbappe's involvement in Wednesday's match will depend on his fitness following Tuesday's training session. The goods new is the injury is very minor as he will make an appearance against Lille, whether off the bench or in the starting XI. He already has a goal on seven shots (four on target) during the first UCL match versus Union Berlin.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal and Real Madrid eye Palmeiras' €100m prospect Vitor Reis as Europe's top clubs prepare to battle for 18-year-old star | Goal.com US Arsenal and Real Madrid are among several top European clubs who are keen on signing highly-rated Palmeiras defender Vitor Reis.

SEPTEMBER 30 • GOAL.COM

Luka Modric - Busy in start Modric recorded six crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 40th minute.

Impact Modric got the start against Atleti and immediately took a role on set pieces once more, piling on plenty of chances. He didn't end up on the scoresheet but it was still an encouraging role for the midfielder. He should be in line for more minutes with injuries elsewhere, though he isn't a weekly starter anymore at this stage in his career.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Valverde - Three shots Sunday Valverde recorded three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Valverde too three shots but was largely shut down during Sunday's draw. The attacking midfielder has continued in a solid role, but doesn't have the same offensive upside as he plays more in holding midfield. Valverde will need to be efficient with his limited chances to offer much offensive upside.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Vinicius Junior - Assists Sunday Vinicius Junior assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Vinicius Junior provided one assist, during a solid showing against one of the top defensive teams in the league. The winger remains an elite attacking option wherever he lines up, and against any opponent. Vinicius Junior should be one of the top options in any match, with excellent upside.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Eder Militao - Nets in draw Militao scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Militao got on the scoresheet with a rare goal during Sunday's draw. The defender isn't a major attacking threat, but in a team that creates plenty of chances he has more upside than some other defenders. Militao will hope to continue in a larger role during the busy autumn portion of the season.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Real Madrid goalie Courtois to miss Champions League game

Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois will miss Real Madrid’s match at Lille in the Champions League on Wednesday because of a muscle injury

SEPTEMBER 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Real Madrid Goalkeeper Injured, Reportedly Out Until International Break Thibaut Courtois will miss at least two games for Real Madrid after sustaining an abductor injury in the Madrid derby.

SEPTEMBER 30 • KANSASCITY.COM

Kylian Mbappe - Could return vs. Lille Mbappe (hamstring) has been included in the squad list for Wednesday's game at Lille.

Impact Mbappe will travel with the rest of the squad to France but will undergo a late-fitness test to see whether he'll be available. The Frenchman has scored in each of his last five appearances, so there's no question Real Madrid would want him back out there as soon as possible. If he plays, he should be part of the starting lineup in a front three alongside Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Thibaut Courtois - Suffers adductor injury Courtois suffered an adductor injury in his left leg, the club announced Monday. He's expected to be out until the end of the October international break at the earliest.

Impact This is a tough break for Courtois, who was unable to keep a clean sheet in the draw against Atletico Madrid on Sunday and now will be forced to miss at least a couple of games in a best-case scenario. His return to action will be determined by the recovery process, and Andrey Lunin will be his replacement in the meantime.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE