Real Madrid’s major injury problems before Atletico derby

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In another twist to the start of the new La Liga campaign, Real Madrid slumped to a very disappointing 3-0 loss away to Sevilla on Wednesday. Los Blancos were also unable to capitalize on Barcelona’s shock 2-1 defeat to Leganes on the same night.

Sadly for new Real boss Julen Lopetegui, he will face another stern test on Saturday. In desperate need of an immediate response, Madrid will welcome bitter rivals Atlético to the Bernabéu.

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The pair last met back in August when Diego Simeone’s men picked up a 4-2 win and also lifted the UEFA Super Cup. To make matters worse, the former Spain manager will be going to battle without several key players.

Just to add to what is becoming a very tricky start to life in the Spanish capital, Lopetegui was forced to withdraw full-back Marcelo with 15 minutes to go. The 30-year-old hobbled off with a calf injury that forced his teammates to play out the final stages with 10 men.

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Appearing in some distress, the 58-cap Brazil international is almost a certainty to miss this week’s Madrid derby.

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