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Rudiger to be in Real squad vs Atletico despite thigh injury Antonio Rudiger will be in the squad for Real Madrid against rivals Atletico Madrid despite fears over a thigh injury. The 30-year-old was s...

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Could feature in derby Rudiger (thigh) will be in the squad to face Atletico Madrid on Sunday.

Impact Manager Carlo Ancelloti noted that "he's (Rudiger) improved a lot in the last few days, he will be in the squad and I will decide tomorrow if he plays or not." Rudiger's status remains up in the air whether or not he'll be able to start the Madrid Derby.

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Thigh injury confirmed Rudiger was taken off during Thursday's 2-0 win over Getafe due to a thigh injury, per Guillerno Rai of the Athletic FC.

Impact Rudiger picked up a thigh injury that forced him to limp off in pain at halftime. With important clashes with both third and second place teams, Real Madrid do not want to risk further injury to the defender, which means he will be a heavy doubt for Sunday's derby match against Atletico Madrid. If this is the case, then changes would have to be made to the backline, with both Nacho and Dani Caravjal likely to get the start at center back, with Lucas Vasquez an option to start at right back again.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off at halftime Rudiger was forced off at halftime due to an injury during Thursday's clash with Getafe.

Impact Rudiger needed treatment in the first half after suffering a heavy challenge. He was able to carry on and make it to halftime, but in the end he didn't come out for the second half. Eduardo Camavinga came on to replace Rudiger at halftime. Rudiger's first chance to return is a Sunday clash with Atleti.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner versus Mallorca Rudiger scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 1-0 victory over Mallorca.

Impact Rudiger scored the game-winner in the 78th minute with his first goal in the season. The centerback was also part of the defense that kept the clean in sheet in a very quiet game. He's been a regular part of the squad so far and logged 22 starts in 24 appearances.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serves suspension Rudiger is in contention for the Nov. 26 match against Cadiz after serving his one-match suspension.

Impact Rudiger will be eligible for Sunday's match against Cadiz after serving his one-match suspension against Rayo due to receiving five yellow cards this season. The defender should almost certainly be in the starting XI for the club's next match, as he only missed one other start before the ban. Nacho should return to the bench with Rudiger back in the squad.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up fifth yellow card Rudiger will not be available for Real Madrid's next La Liga matchup against Valencia due to receiving his fifth yellow card of the season against Rayo.

Impact Rudiger will not be eligible for Madrid's final La Liga game before the international break due to a yellow card he received during the last match, giving him his fifth of the season and his first suspension of the campaign. Unfortunately, it will affect the squad, seeing he has started in all but one match this season, so expect Nacho to fill in while he serves his suspension.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Normal sight in defense Rudiger has contributed one shot, an interception, three tackles (two won) and 11 clearances through four matches this season.

Impact Rudiger has had to step it up in these first couple of matches of the season, taking over as Real Madrid's main central defender due to the injury of Eder Militao. He was most likely set to start most of the matches this season anyway after starting in 26 of Madrid's 38 matches last season but will see even more time and have a bigger role due to Militao's absence. Rudiger hasn't been terrible to start the season but also hasn't been amazing, notching one interception, three tackles, and 11 clearances this season.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for a bigger role this season Rudiger recorded three clearances in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Athletic.

Impact Rudiger came off the bench Saturday and managed to complete three clearances. With the loss of Eder Militao (knee), he is expected to take over the center back role alongside David Alaba.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes first year in Spain Rudiger ends the season recording 32 starts in 43 appearances, generating two goals and 93 clearances in all competitions.

Impact Rudiger was part of the back line that allowed 36 goals and just 13 clean sheets in league play, which is five more goals and three less clean sheets from 2021/22. The defender only average about 2.3 clearances per match, which is low for a center back. He is still the favorite to keep his starting position, but could be replaced with David Alaba, Lucas Vazquez and Ferland Mendy all options to play in the back line.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in win Rudiger had three shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 2-1 win against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Rudiger took three shots (all off target) Wednesday, his most since Dec. 30. He also whipped in two inaccurate crosses, won two tackles, intercepted two passes, made one clearance and blocked one shot in his 83 minutes of action.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rudiger admission 'was a misunderstanding' – Ancelotti Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti says his previous admission about Antonio Rudiger starting against Manchester City in the Champions Leag...

MAY 16, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Hits and misses: Man City pass Bernabeu test even as Antonio Rudiger helps Vinicius Junior outshine Erling Haaland Manchester City emerged from the Bernabeu with a hard-fought 1-1 draw with Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final...

MAY 9, 2023 • SKY.COM

Defends well in UCL draw Rudiger made three clearances and an interception in Tuesday's 1-1 Champions League semifinal draw against Manchester City.

Impact Rudiger got the start alongside David Alaba in central defense Tuesday and largely coped well with the threat of Erling Haaland, as City's only goal in the game came from a thunder strike from outside the box by Kevin De Bruyne. It will be interesting to see who is the starting center-back pairing in the return fixture next week as Eder Militao returns from suspension.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 12, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Completes four clearances Rudiger recorded four clearances in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Villarreal.

Impact Rudiger is averaging about 2.6 clearances a match, generating 26 in the last eight games. He's been a good edition to the team since the void that Sergio Ramos left in the center defense after leaving the club at the end of the 2021 campaign. In all competitions, Rudiger has managed to total two goals, 70 clearances and 20 tackles (16 won).

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 20, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

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Keeps clean sheet in win Rudiger made a block, two clearances and an interception in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Osasuna. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Rudiger was solid in central defense Saturday as his side kept a sixth clean sheet in eight La Liga games since the World Cup break ended, with Rudiger having started all but one of those matches.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Good to go Wednesday Rudiger (strain) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Japan.

Impact Rudiger is ready as expected after dealing with a muscle injury the last couple weeks. He's always in play to hit the back of the net given his size on set pieces and he's favored to secure a clean sheet against Japan to open the World Cup.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Trains with team Rudiger (strain) took part in full team training Saturday, according to Kerry Hau.

Impact Rudiger returned to a full team session Saturday and should be on pace for a return to the starting XI in the World Cup opener. The center-back will likely partner Nico Schlotterbeck in central defense, assuming Niklas Sule takes up a role at right-back. Rudiger missed his final three domestic matches with the muscular issue before traveling to the World Cup.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trains separately Tuesday Rudiger (strain) trained on his own during Tuesday's session, according to the DFB.

Impact Rudiger missed two of the last three matches entirely due to injury, though his absence was more of a precaution with the World Cup on the horizon. So long as he continues to work on his fitness, there should be little doubt of Rudiger starting in the Nov. 23 opener against Japan.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Thursday Rudiger (strain) isn't available for Thursday's match against Cadiz.

Impact Rudiger wasn't expected to play over the past week and his absence from the squad list makes his absence official. He'll now target a return for Germany at the World Cup, as he's likely to be a starter if fully fit and Eder Militao should keep his place in the lineup for one more game. Over his first months at Real Madrid, Rudiger scored twice and kept three clean sheets in 16 appearances (10 starts).

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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