Real Madrid confirm injury, boost for Benfica in Champions League | OneFootball

Kylian Mbappé broke a finger on his left hand, and will have to play the upcoming matches, including the game against Benfica, with this injury. The announcement was made by Real Madrid, in a statement shared on the official channels of the Spanish capital's club.

Real Madrid recently announced an update to the club’s medical report. The main highlight is the serious injury of Eder Militão, the Brazilian central defender. The player will face a long spell on the sidelines and is expected to be out of action for the next four months.

Thus, Eder Militão is a confirmed absence for the match between Benfica and Real Madrid, which counts towards the Champions League. The Eagles and Los Blancos will meet on January 28, 2026, in the eighth and final round of the league phase of the prestigious competition.

Real Madrid also announced that Kylian Mbappé, the French striker, broke a finger on his left hand. The injury will not keep the player off the pitch, but it will certainly make things more difficult for him in the upcoming matches. The French star is, however, expected to face Benfica in January 2026.

Real Madrid will face Manchester City this Wednesday, December 10. In addition to Eder Militão, Camavinga and Huijsen will also miss the match. Meanwhile, Benfica will play Napoli at Estádio da Luz at 8:00 pm, in a match for the sixth round of the Champions League.

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