Eder Militao, a key centre-back for Brazil and Real Madrid, is set to miss the upcoming FIFA World Cup due to a serious injury. Reports indicate that Militao suffered a setback during a match against Deportivo Alavés, leading to the reopening of a previous scar that will require surgery. Initially, the club had a more optimistic outlook, but journalist Miguel Ángel Díaz revealed that the situation is more severe than anticipated. Militao had just returned to play after a four-month absence and was expected to be a crucial part of Brazil's defense. His injury marks a painful disruption in what has already been a challenging season. The surgery is scheduled for the coming days, followed by a lengthy rehabilitation, which means he will not return until the start of the 2026–27 season. Brazil's coach Carlo Ancelotti will need to adjust his defensive lineup as the team prepares for the World Cup.