Headache for Ancelotti. Real Madrid played again at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, but could only draw with Osasuna (1-1), breaking the streak of nine consecutive wins since the start of the season. One of the players who could not be present in the match was goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, who was ruled out at the last minute.
Hours before the start of the LaLiga Santander match, the 'Merengues' announced that the goalkeeper was diagnosed with left sciatica and, for now, there was no established period for his recovery. In that sense, everything indicates that the Belgian goalkeeper will not be under the goalposts against Shakhtar, in the Champions League.
According to EFE, the doctors of Real Madrid analyze Courtois' evolution day by day and that ailment will prevent him from being in the Champions League clash. As happened against Osasuna, Andriy Lunin will be in charge of covering the position.
Similarly, Thibaut will continue with his individual work under the guidance of the club's physiotherapists, a routine that also includes exercises in the gym, with the aim of returning to the field as soon as possible.
The Real Madrid coach hopes to have Courtois in optimal condition for the LaLiga Santander Clasico, which will be played in less than two weeks. Remember that Real Madrid vs. Barcelona was scheduled for Sunday, October 16, from 9:15 a.m. (Peruvian time), at the Bernabeu.
When does Real Madrid vs. Shakhtar play?
The Real Madrid vs. Shakhtar match will be played next Wednesday, October 5, for the third matchday of Group F of the Champions League, at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium (2:00 p.m. Peruvian time). Currently, the 'Merengues' have six points and are leaders, while the Ukrainian team has four points and is in second place.
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