"According to Mundo Deportivo, Real Madrid are set to be without David Alaba for Sunday's showdown at the Santiago Bernabeu. The 33-year-old Austrian defender will also miss Real Madrid's Champions League fixture against Juventus tomorrow. His absence comes after he was forced off at halftime during the recent league encounter with Getafe due to discomfort in his right soleus muscle. Initial examinations suggested a possible overload, and follow-up scans were scheduled to determine the extent of the issue."
"Medical tests conducted earlier today confirmed that Alaba has not suffered a muscle tear but is dealing with a significant strain in the same area. His recovery is expected to take seven to ten days, ruling him out of the Juventus match and the highly anticipated El Clasico against Barcelona. This news comes as a relief for Hansi Flick's side, as Real Madrid's defensive situation is already under considerable pressure. With Alaba sidelined, Xabi Alonso faces a major headache in central defence."
Barcelona face an upcoming UEFA Champions League tie with Olympiacos and an El Clasico at the Santiago Bernabeu. Real Madrid will be without David Alaba for both the Juventus match and Sunday’s showdown after he left the Getafe game at halftime with right soleus discomfort. Medical tests revealed a significant strain rather than a tear, with recovery estimated at seven to ten days. Alaba’s absence compounds defensive issues: Dean Huijsen returned from international duty injured, leaving only Eder Militao and Raul Asencio available. Barcelona view the situation as an opportunity to exploit defensive vulnerability and gain momentum.
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