Suddenly, the race for the La Liga championship in the 2024-2025 season has become extremely attractive. However, that appeal has cost defending champions Real Madrid.
Thanks to Barcelona's surprise 0-1 defeat to Real Sociedad, Los Blancos are now only 6 points behind their opponents with 1 match yet to be played. This is a bright spot for them after a series of disappointing matches, including 2 defeats against Barcelona and AC Milan.
However, after the FIFA Days in November end, Real Madrid will have a headache with the injury problem. Eder Militao's knee ligament injury, his second in 15 months, means he will say goodbye to this season.
That was bad enough for the club and heartbreaking for the Brazilian. And remember, this is just one of many injuries that the "White Vultures" are suffering from.
Especially the terrible loss when Dani Carvajal had to miss the rest of the season next year. potential 17-year-old centre-back Joan Martinez is in a similar situation. It has gotten so bad that president Florentino Perez has launched an investigation into Real's injury problems.
Now, attention is on whether Real Madrid's academy can save them from their terrible injury problems this season. And then, can they continue to be pillars of the club?
Los Blancos can be proud of their achievements in many different aspects over the past 10 years. And in every phase of their success, academy graduates have left their mark.
Carvajal, Nacho and Lucas Vazquez - all of whom have been trained in Real's youth training system and are loyal Madridistas. Legendary goalkeeper Iker Casillas also comes from the same background, alongside Raul Gonzalez - one of the best strikers in Los Blancos' history.
One of the most famous periods in the history of the "White Vultures" was when La Quinta del Buitre appeared. This is a group of 5 extraordinary players that has captivated Real Madrid fans. All are local people and are remembered with respect.
With the contribution of La Quinta del Buitre, Los Blancos absolutely dominated Spanish football from 1985 to 1990 with 5 consecutive La Liga titles. In addition, they have also brought home 1 King's Cup championship and 2 consecutive UEFA Cup championships.
More than ever, this is the time when they need such generations of players to step up.
