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Nightmare for Real Madrid! Vinicius Jr leaves Celta Vigo clash with leg injury

  • Pulled up with leg injury after 15 minutes
  • Replaced by Joselu
  • Adds to growing Real Madrid injury list

WHAT HAPPENED? Vinicius appeared to tweak the back of his left leg after embarking on a run down the left of the pitch just 13 minutes into the game. The Brazilian tried to carry on, but only lasted a further five before asking to be substituted. It didn't appear to be a major knock, but will only add to Carlo Ancelotti's injury concerns with both Thibaut Courtois and Eder Militao out for the season.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Real Madrid are already short of attacking options, with Karim Benzema departing for the Saudi Pro League and newcomer Arda Guler missing with a knee injury. There is no obvious backup left-winger in the squad.

IN THREE PHOTOS:

Carlo Ancelotti Real Madrid Almeria
Vinicius Junior Real Madrid 2023-24Getty
Joselu Real Madrid

WHAT NEXT? Real Madrid will look to get a result against Celta, who narrowly avoided relegation last year. The two sides are locked at 0-0 at the break.

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