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Rodrygo Undergoes Successful ACL and Meniscus Surgery, Starts Rehabilitation

The Real Madrid forward now faces a lengthy layoff that will sideline him for the rest of the season and Brazil’s World Cup campaign.

Overview

  • Real Madrid said the operation repaired ruptures of the anterior cruciate ligament and external/lateral meniscus in his right knee.
  • The procedure was performed on March 10 in Madrid by Dr. Manuel Leyes under the supervision of the club’s medical staff.
  • The club has not set a return date, with media estimates placing recovery at roughly eight to twelve months.
  • Rodrygo posted that the surgery went well and vowed to return stronger, writing that “a new Rodrygo is born” as he begins rehab.
  • The injury occurred against Getafe on March 2 shortly after he entered as a substitute.