Raúl Asencio Out of Real Madrid Squad Ahead of Match Against Getafe

Raúl Asencio, the young Real Madrid defender, has become the central figure of medical reports following the club's official statement from the Santiago Bernabéu. The player underwent detailed examinations which revealed a contracture in the cervical spine. While the injury is not considered critical, it rules him out of the next league match against Getafe. The player himself thanked everyone for their support on social media, admitting he lost track of time at the moment of the incident. This situation complicates the rotation in coach Carlo Ancelotti's defensive formation, who must seek alternative solutions in a crucial phase of the season. Simultaneously, European stadiums are buzzing with life during matchday 26. In Spanish LaLiga, attention is focused on Saturday's matches: Mallorca hosts Real Sociedad, and Rayo Vallecano faces Athletic Bilbao. The clash between Real Oviedo and Atlético Madrid also promises excitement. In the lower division, LaLiga Hypermotion, there was a dramatic match between Albacete Balompié and Almería, ending in a 1:1 draw after the hosts conceded a goal in the final seconds of added time. Real Madrid has long been renowned for its excellent work with youth at its academy known as La Fábrica, which regularly supplies talented defenders to the first team, especially during periods of injury crises among key players. The English Premier League and the German Bundesliga also offer a rich broadcast schedule. Liverpool hosts West Ham United, which is crucial for the top of the table, while Borussia Mönchengladbach faces Union Berlin. In Italy, Inter Milan, the leader of Serie A, hosts Genoa, aiming to extend its lead over chasing Juventus and Milan. All these matches are extremely important in the context of the UEFA country ranking, which determines the number of spots in next year's Champions League. „Perdí la noción del tiempo. Gracias por todos los mensajes de cariño.” (I lost track of time. Thank you for all the kind messages.) — Raúl Asencio It is worth noting that the intensity of the schedule is becoming an increasing challenge for medical staff. Breaks between domestic and European cup matches are minimal, leading to more frequent muscular and overuse injuries. Contracture of Asencio's neck is a stark example of this, forcing clubs to pay even greater attention to player recovery. Fans can follow all these events via numerous streaming platforms and sports channels, which have planned extensive live coverage.