Éder Militão was forced off injured in the first half of Real Madrid 's 2-0 loss to Celta Vigo on Sunday, leaving Madrid with defensive worries ahead of the Champions League clash with Manchester City this week.

Militão pulled up hurt after a last-ditch defensive intervention at the Santiago Bernabéu, and had to be helped off by two members of Madrid's medical staff, before being replaced by substitute Antonio Rüdiger in the 24th minute.

Celta Vigo scored twice in the second half and Madrid saw both Fran García and Álvaro Carreras sent off as they lost the match and more ground to leaders Barcelona . Madrid now trail the LaLiga leaders by four points.

Madrid host City in the Champions League on Wednesday, with LaLiga matches with Alavés and Sevilla to follow before Ch

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