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Relief for Real Madrid as injured French duo is expected to be available for Real Sociedad game
Real Madrid have had a poor start to the week so far. Shortly after Dani Ceballos’ was ruled out for two months on the sidelines, French duo Aurelien Tchouameni and Ferland Mendy had to leave the camp due to fresh injuries.
Mendy picked up a knock in his right tibia and had to leave the French national team camp. Merely hours later, his Real Madrid teammate Tchouameni followed suit, due to a blow to his left foot.
Fresh knocks to both Mendy and Tchouameni have created a sense of panic within the Real Madrid camp, especially considering the club’s alarming lack of depth.
Relief for Real Madrid
However, Real Madrid supporters can rest easy as recent injuries to Tchouameni and Mendy don’t appear to be quite serious.
Earlier in the day, it was reported that Mendy’s injury was not serious at all and that it was a minor discomfort. In fact, the French left-back could be back in time to feature against Real Sociedad.
Now, a recent report from Rodra P suggests even Tchouameni’s injury is not that serious and his exit from the French NT camp was merely a precaution.
The report adds that both Tchouameni should recover during the international break and prepare for the next La Liga encounter against Real Sociedad.
The potential availability of both Mendy and Tchoaumeni against Real Sociedad could be a boon for Real Madrid, who have limited options in both defence and midfield.
Los Blancos, though, are likely to proceed without caution and if the two fail to recover fully, it won’t be surprising to see Carlo Ancelotti deploying alternatives such as Fran Garcia and Arda Guler.
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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.
