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Luka Modric could miss the Champions League semifinal first leg against Manchester City due to an injury

Luka Modric sustained a muscular injury during the last game against Girona. He could miss the matches like CDR Final & UCL semi-Leg 1

Abishek GoswamiApril 28, 2023 at 11:12 AM • 2 min read
Luka Modric could miss the Champions League semifinal first leg against Manchester City due to an injury
Luka Modric sustained a muscular injury during the last game against Girona. He could miss the matches like CDR Final & UCL semi-Leg 1

Real Madrid will have to deal with another problem. Their star midfielder Luka Modric will be absent for at least two weeks as he suffered a muscular injury during the side's last match against Girona. The Spanish club announced on Friday that Modric suffered "an injury to the back of his left thigh and his progress will be monitored".

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Spanish newspaper MARCA reported Modric will miss the next two La Liga games against Almeria and Real Sociedad. There is a high chance that he will miss the Copa Del Rey final against Osasuna on May 6. He's also in doubt for the first leg of the UEFA Champions League's semifinal against Manchester City. The first leg will take place on May 9 in Madrid.

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti spoke to the media ahead of Saturday's clash against Almeria and also Modric's injury. "He is injured. We don't know when he will be back. We will see for the Copa del Rey final but we don't know. We're sad, I hope he will return very soon".

Luka Modric has been a key player for Carlo Ancelotti and Real Madrid in recent years. The 2018 Ballon d'Or winner became a regular starter since he joined the Spanish club in the summer of 2012. Since then, he had a crucial role at the club. Real Madrid managed to win five editions of the UEFA Champions League on top of everything else during this time period. Ancelotti hopes to have him back for the first leg of the semifinals against Manchester City, but it's not guaranteed that he will be back in time.

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Abishek Goswami

Abishek Goswami is an aspiring technology professional currently pursuing a B.Tech in Information Technology from Haldia Institute of Technology. Alongside his passion for technology, he has a deep love for sports, which he explored further during his tenure as a writer and editor for Sportz Point. His experience in sports journalism not only enriched his knowledge of various sports but also instilled valuable life lessons and the importance of working in a structured environment. With a dynamic interest in both technology and sports, Abishek brings a well-rounded approach to learning, storytelling, and professional growth.

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