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Real Madrid expect three injured players to be back for Real Sociedad clash – report
Just three weeks into the new season, Real Madrid have been swept with a wave of injury problems in the squad.
Indeed, Eduardo Camavinga, Jude Bellingham, Dani Ceballos, Aurelien Tchouameni, and Ferland Mendy have all picked up injuries since the season started while David Alaba has been out since last December.
On Thursday night, Real Madrid were dealt another setback as key centre-back Eder Militao also suffered an injury while away with the Brazil national team.
Good news around the corner
Despite the growing injury list, there appears to be some good news around the corner for Real Madrid.
Indeed, according to journalist Mario Cortegana, Real Madrid’s plan is to call up three of the injured players – Bellingham, Mendy, and Tchouameni, for next week’s La Liga clash against Real Sociedad.
Los Blancos take on the Basque club on September 14 (Saturday) right after the international break.
Mendy’s return for the game is anticipated but there were suggestions that the club could be more cautious with Tchouameni.
As for Bellingham, it was suggested that his return could take place towards the end of September.
But now, Real Madrid expect the trio to be fit for the next game against Sociedad and the plan is for them to be called up for that encounter at the Reale Arena.
Camavinga a couple of weeks later
While Real Madrid expect to recover the aforementioned three players by next weekend, the plan with Eduardo Camavinga is for him to be back by the end of September or early October.
The French midfielder has been out since just before the UEFA Super Cup clash and was expected to be out of action for two months.
But his recovery is progressing well and as such, there is a possibility that he could be back before the end of this month.
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Carlos Espi reacts after scoring match-winning goal in Elche 2-3 Real Madrid: ‘Starting like this is a dream’
Carlos Espi is becoming Real Madrid’s unlikely late-game specialist.
The 21-year-old once again came off the bench to rescue Jose Mourinho’s side, this time scoring the 91st-minute winner in a dramatic 3-2 victory over Elche.
It was his second goal for the club, and both have arrived at crucial moments.
Speaking to Real Madrid TV after the match, Espi could barely contain his excitement.
“I’m so happy—the happiest man in the world. I try to help the team any way I can, and every time I step onto the field, I give it my all and come away feeling great.
“Starting like this has been a dream. This isn’t over yet; we’re going to keep going because we have Sunday’s match coming up.
Carlos Espi winning goal in Elche vs Real Madrid game. Mbappe assist. pic.twitter.com/STJBV3ikQL
— Daily Foot Vibes (@dailyfootvibes) September 16, 2026
“This is a team effort. All of us who take the field make the most of our opportunities and give it our all,” he began.
Espi keeps making his minutes count
There is a growing pattern to Espi’s involvement. Even though he has yet to start a match for the first team, that has not stopped him from making an impact.
His first goal arrived against Espanyol in Real Madrid’s opening game, when another late strike helped secure the result.
Against Elche, he was required again after Real Madrid surrendered a two-goal lead and suddenly found themselves in serious trouble.
Espi eventually appeared at the back post in the 91st minute and finished the move to give Mourinho’s team all three points.
The youngster shared the credit with his teammates, but he also had special praise for the player who supplied his decisive moment.
That assist came from Kylian Mbappe, whose presence has made Espi’s route into the starting XI particularly difficult.
“It’s unbelievable—it’s crazy to watch him train and play. In this case, he set me up for the goal, and I’m very happy for him, too.”
First Madrid derby already has Espi excited
The timing of Espi’s latest contribution could hardly be more interesting, as Real Madrid now face Atletico Madrid on Sunday, giving the forward an opportunity to experience his first Madrid derby.
“I’m really looking forward to it—I’m so excited. It’s my first derby here, and we’re going to go for it.”
For Mourinho, Espi is a useful option when matches become chaotic. He may not yet be a regular starter, but his two appearances on the scoresheet have carried considerably more weight than the minutes he has played.
