Eder Militao - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Progressing toward full training Militao (hamstring) is now able to run lightly on the training pitch at Valdebebas, including in boots, and has begun basic ball contact exercises, according to AS.

Impact Militao underwent surgery in Finland last March on his torn femoral biceps tendon and has continued working with physios Ricardo Sasaki and Renato Valenca in Brazil to build on that progress. His return is expected after the upcoming international break, and once back, he's expected to raise the level at center back for a position where Dean Huijsen is still adapting following the injury to Raul Asencio, which pushed Real Madrid to test academy options Mario Rivas and Joan Martinez as emergency depth this summer.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting late September return Militao (hamstring) is expected to return in the end of September to start of October period, according to Diario AS, per Madrid Xtra.

Impact Militao's recovery timeline pushes back earlier hopes of a return for the Aug. 22 league opener against Espanyol, a setback for a player Real Madrid had hoped to have anchoring the backline this season. He had recently been spotted training with the ball and progressing well in his rehabilitation from hamstring surgery, but this update tempers those expectations considerably. Dean Huijsen is expected to pair with either Antonio Rudiger or Ibrahima Konate in central defense until Militao's return. Militao is expected to continue his recovery process as the club provides further updates.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Training with ball Militao (hamstring) was spotted training with the ball Wednesday, according to Bernabeu Digital.

Impact This is another positive development for Militao, who continues to work hard to complete his comeback in time to be a steady presence in the defensive line. The defender's goal is to be ready for the 2026/27 league opener against Espanyol on Aug. 22.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Training on grass Militao (hamstring) is training on grass as he continues working his way back from the hamstring surgery he underwent in April, according to Madrid Xtra.

Impact Militao had previously been confined to gym work, so this outdoor session marks real progress after a season limited to just 21 appearances across LaLiga and the Champions League. His aerial strength, physical duels and calm distribution out of the back make him an undisputed starter whenever healthy, and Real Madrid will lean on him to anchor the backline even with Ibrahima Konate now in the fold. Militao is expected to keep building toward full training as his rehabilitation continues.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted training in gym Militao (hamstring) was spotted training in the gym as he works his way back from a hamstring surgery he underwent in April.

Impact Militao hasn't been part of group training, but the majority of the Real Madrid squad hasn't returned for preseason duty, so the Brazilian defender is working his way back in the gym. Militao was limited to just 21 appearances between LaLiga and the UEFA Champions League in 2025/26, and Real Madrid need him healthy to anchor the defensive line despite the addition of Ibrahima Konate in the summer transfer window.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

'Wise guy' Carlo Ancelotti still experimenting with Brazil tactics as Eder Militao believes Selecao have 'corrected' weaknesses at World Cup

Real Madrid defender Eder Militao has hailed the tactical flexibility of Carlo Ancelotti as Brazil gear up for the knockout stages of the 20...

JUNE 26 • goal

'Wise guy' Carlo Ancelotti still experimenting with Brazil tactics as Eder Militao believes Selecao have 'corrected' weaknesses at World Cup

Éder Militão Opens Up About Missing the World Cup, Injury Recovery, and Life Under Ancelotti The Real Madrid defender also discusses Mourinho

JUNE 11 • MANAGINGMADRID.COM

Half of La Liga teams are in relegation fight with two rounds left

The focus in La Liga has shifted to a multi-team fight to avoid relegation after Barcelona won the title last weekend

MAY 16 • Associated Press

Barcelona can clinch La Liga when it hosts Real Madrid

Barcelona hosts Real Madrid on Sunday savoring the opportunity to celebrate a second straight La Liga crown with a victory or even a draw when it plays its fiercest rival

MAY 7 • Associated Press

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal are all going to the World Cup after injury scares

Injuries to some of soccer’s star players, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, sparked concern ahead of the World Cup

MAY 7 • Associated Press

Barcelona can clinch La Liga title with a win and another stumble by Real Madrid

Barcelona could clinch a second straight La Liga title this weekend if it maintains its winning form and Real Madrid endures another stumble

APRIL 30 • Associated Press

Brazil, Real Madrid Star Eder Militão To Miss World Cup Due To Thigh Surgery

Eder Militão's 2026 World Cup dream is over following the confirmation of a devastating thigh injury that required immediate surgery.

APRIL 28 • FOX SPORTS

Brazil, Real Madrid Star Eder Militão To Miss World Cup Due To Thigh Surgery

Real Madrid and Brazil defender Militão has hamstring op and will miss World Cup

Brazil and Real Madrid defender Éder Militão has undergone surgery to fix a hamstring problem that is set to keep him from playing in the World Cup

APRIL 28 • Associated Press

Undergoes successful surgery Militao has successfully undergone surgery for a rupture of the proximal tendon of the left biceps femoris, performed by Dr. Lasse Lempainen under the supervision of Real Madrid's...

Impact Militao ends the campaign with two goals, one assist, 28 tackles and 86 clearances across 21 appearances, a bittersweet tally for a player who showed his quality whenever fit but simply could not stay healthy. The surgery marks the latest chapter in what has been a brutal three-season stretch for the Brazilian center-back, who has missed more than 230 days to injury in each of the last three campaigns, a staggering toll that has prevented him from establishing the consistent presence his talent deserves. The World Cup this summer is now completely out of the question, and his focus will shift entirely to being fully fit and ready to go when the 2026/27 season kicks off, with Real Madrid and Brazil both desperately needing him healthy for the long term.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Surgery confirmed, WC dream over Militao will undergo surgery on his left hamstring after the wound from his initial December injury against Celta Vigo reopened, ending any hope of featuring at the World Cup this...

Impact Militao had been battling to recover from the biceps femoris setback but the reopening of the original scar has forced the club's hand, with surgery now the only option to properly address the injury. The Brazilian center-back ends what has been a desperately unlucky season due to injuries and ends the season with two goals, one assist, 28 tackles and 86 clearances across 21 appearances in all competitions, having shown his quality whenever fit before injury struck again. Antonio Rudiger will continue covering in central defense for the remainder of Real Madrid's season, while Militao now faces a lengthy rehabilitation process that will keep him out well into the new season and deny him the chance to represent Brazil at the World Cup.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Could miss World Cup Militao suffered a setback in his biceps femoris injury with the wound reopening, potentially requiring surgery and putting his participation in the World Cup with Brazil at seriou...

Impact Militao had only recently returned from a lengthy hamstring injury before this latest recurrence, making it an incredibly frustrating situation for the Brazilian center-back who simply cannot stay healthy. The prospect of surgery would extend his recovery timeline significantly, casting a dark cloud over his summer plans with the Selecao heading into the World Cup. Antonio Rudiger is expected to continue covering in the starting role at Real Madrid while the full extent of the setback is assessed, with the club set to make a decision on the surgical route in the coming days.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona to start run-in for La Liga title without the injured Yamal at Getafe

Barcelona will start its run-in for the La Liga title without the injured Lamine Yamal when it visits Getafe on Saturday

APRIL 23 • Associated Press

OFFICIAL: Eder Militao injury report Your best source for quality Real Madrid news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

APRIL 23 • MANAGINGMADRID.COM

Biceps femoris injury Militao (hamstring) has been diagnosed with a muscle injury to the biceps femoris in his left leg and will be monitored on a day-to-day basis, according to the club.

Impact Militao's latest injury is another significant blow for a player who has struggled to stay healthy, having only recently returned from a lengthy hamstring setback. The biceps femoris is part of the hamstring muscle group, making this a particularly concerning development given his recent injury history in that area. Antonio Rudiger is expected to continue in the starting role at center-back while Militao works through his recovery. The day-to-day monitoring suggests the club is taking a cautious approach, and no return timeline has been established at this stage.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Arbeloa hails 'brave' Vinicius Junior for 'turning whistles into applause' with superb winning goal for Real Madrid vs Alaves

Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has jumped to the defence of Vinicius Junior after the Brazilian forward successfully navigated a host...

APRIL 22 • goal

Alvaro Arbeloa hails 'brave' Vinicius Junior for 'turning whistles into applause' with superb winning goal for Real Madrid vs Alaves

Set for MRI Thursday Militao (knee) was forced off during Tuesday's clash against Alaves after not wanting to risk further damage, with an MRI scheduled for Thursday to determine the severity of the is...

Impact Militao had only recently returned from a lengthy hamstring injury, making any new problem a deeply concerning development for both player and Real Madrid. The Brazilian center-back was replaced by Antonio Rudiger in first-half stoppage time and the club is taking no chances given his injury history, with the MRI results set to provide a much clearer picture of what the next steps will be. Rudiger is expected to continue in the starting role while the club awaits the diagnosis, with Militao's involvement in the final stretch of the La Liga season and potentially the World Cup now hanging in the balance.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé and Vinícius lift Real Madrid out of a 4-game slump with a 2-1 win over Alaves

Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior each scored as Real Madrid ended a four-game winless streak by defeating Alaves 2-1 to move closer to Spanish league leader Barcelona

APRIL 21 • Associated Press

Forced off against Alaves Militao abandoned Tuesday's matchup versus Alaves after suffering an apparent leg injury.

Impact Militao was replaced by Antonio Rudiger in first-half stoppage time during his third straight start across all competitions. While it remains unclear exactly what happened to the Brazilian, this could be a worrying issue, especially considering his injury history, as he recently returned from a major hamstring tear.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late Saturday Militao scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Mallorca.

Impact Militao scored a header assisted by Trent Alexander-Arnold in the 88th minute, a goal which looked like it would be the equalizer before Vedat Muriqi scored the winner just three minutes later. It marked Militao's return to the pitch after missing the last three months with a hamstring injury, and he didn't waste any time making an impact. His return comes at a crucial point, with Madrid heading into the Champions League quarterfinal versus Bayern and fighting to get back into the La Liga title race.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona overcomes 10-man Atletico and boosts La Liga lead after Real Madrid loses

Barcelona has come from behind away from home to beat 10-man Atletico Madrid 1-0 in La Liga

APRIL 4 • Associated Press

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