Real Madrid and Brazil forward Rodrygo Goes has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament tear and damage to the lateral meniscus in his right knee. The club announced the diagnosis on 3 March 2026 after tests carried out by its medical staff. The injury occurred during a Spanish league match against Getafe. Rodrygo came on as a substitute in the 54th minute.
The injury happened in the 66th minute during an attacking move down the wing. The player finished the match despite pain. Real Madrid said he will not play again until the end of the season. The injury rules Rodrygo out of the 2026 World Cup in Canada, the United States and Mexico.