Endrick ruled out of Club World Cup: Real Madrid starlet suffers major hamstring injury blow
Real Madrid’s Brazilian prodigy, Endrick, has been ruled out of the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup due to a hamstring injury, delivering a major blow to Los Blancos’ summer ambitions. The 18-year-old striker, hailed as one of football's brightest young talents, is expected to be sidelined for several weeks, with reports suggesting he could be out for up to two months.
Endrick ruled out of Club World Cup with hamstring injury. Real Madrid striker to miss 2 months, sidelined for key matches under new coach Alonso.
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The Spanish giants confirmed that Endrick is nursing a muscular complaint in his right leg. Although no official recovery timeline has been issued by the club, ESPN sources indicate that the teenager will miss the entirety of the Club World Cup campaign, which kicks off on June 18 in the United States. Real Madrid will face Al-Hilal of the Saudi Pro League in their opening match, with hopes of reaching the final on July 13.
This setback caps a challenging debut season at the Santiago Bernabéu for Endrick, who has struggled for consistency amid intense competition and expectation. With Real Madrid having already surrendered both their La Liga and UEFA Champions League titles in 2025, the Club World Cup represented their final chance to secure major silverware this season.
The absence of Endrick presents a significant selection dilemma for incoming head coach Xabi Alonso, who is set to replace Carlo Ancelotti following the veteran manager’s departure. Alonso, a former Real Madrid midfielder, will assume command just as the Club World Cup begins and will be tasked with reshaping a squad hit by injuries and inconsistency.
Meanwhile, star midfielder Jude Bellingham is expected to delay surgery on his long-standing shoulder issue until after the tournament. The England international is determined to aid Real Madrid’s title quest this summer but will likely miss the start of the 2025–26 season due to the postponed medical procedure.
Real Madrid fans will be watching closely as the club navigates this critical juncture—without one of its most exciting young talents. The injury to Endrick is a significant blow not just to the squad, but to the narrative of youth-driven resurgence the club has been championing.
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