Real Madrid relieved as in-form forward avoids injury setback, ready to feature against Talavera | OneFootball

Real Madrid can breathe a huge sigh of relief after concerns briefly surfaced over Rodrygo’s physical condition following the win against Alaves. 

According to a report from AS, the Brazilian forward has not suffered any injury and is fully fit to feature in Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey opener against Talavera. 

The update comes as welcome news for both the player and Xabi Alonso, especially given the fragile balance within the squad at this stage of the season.

Finding his form

Rodrygo was once again among the key figures in Madrid’s latest outing, finding the net against Alaves and making it two goals in as many matches. 

That strike followed his goal against Manchester City in the recent 1-2 defeat, marking a timely return to scoring form. 

For a player who had endured a long drought stretching back to March, these goals have carried significant emotional and sporting weight.

The change has been visible not just on the scoresheet, but in Rodrygo’s overall attitude. 

Confidence, which had clearly been lacking in recent months, has begun to return. The 24-year-old has looked sharper, more direct, and far more involved in the final third. 

What happened to Rodrygo?

Rodrygo has scored two goals in two matches. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

Meanwhile, a moment late in the match against Alaves caused understandable anxiety. 

In the 83rd minute, Rodrygo sat down on the pitch and signalled that he could not continue. 

He was immediately replaced by Brahim Diaz, and concern spread quickly among supporters, who feared another muscle setback for the forward. 

Fortunately for Real Madrid, those fears have been put to rest. Medical checks confirmed that Rodrygo is not carrying any injury and is dealing only with muscle fatigue. 

The explanation is straightforward that after months of limited involvement, he has suddenly played two demanding fixtures in quick succession, starting against Manchester City and featuring heavily against Alaves. 

The accumulated load took its toll, but without any underlying problem.

As things stand, Rodrygo will be available not only for the Copa del Rey clash in Talavera, but also for Saturday’s important league match against Sevilla at the Santiago Bernabeu.