OPEN THREAD | March 19, 2026

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MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 17: Real Madrid players, including Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, remove their jackets before the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg match between Manchester City FC and Real Madrid CF at City of Manchester Stadium on March 17, 2026 in Manchester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Simon Stacpoole/Offside/Offside via Getty Images) | Offside via Getty Images

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A major concern right now.​

One that could spell the end of our season.

BREAKING: Real Madrid are WORRIED about Thibaut Courtois’ injury.

Initial tests have shown a TEAR in his right adductor.

There will be a definitive test tomorrow, if the tear is significant, his UCL quarterfinal is in DANGER. @diarioaspic.twitter.com/9iUEkLRu0j

— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) March 18, 2026

A few notable performances.​

Dean Huijsen masterclass vs Manchester City.

️: @kiyansopic.twitter.com/tN6HnzlAad

— Managing Madrid (@managingmadrid) March 18, 2026

Arda Güler stepped up BIG TIME vs Manchester City.

️: @kiyansopic.twitter.com/sXquDiiIzI

— Managing Madrid (@managingmadrid) March 18, 2026

Everyone is sleeping on this pass because it isn’t from Pedri

Tchouameni really cooked here

The first time pass, the touch from Vini pic.twitter.com/m1qLle2aUX

— Newton (@Biggnewton) March 17, 2026

Dates set for clash against Bayern.​

OFFICIAL:

Real Madrid – Bayern, 07/04

Bayern – Real Madrid, 15/04 pic.twitter.com/lWru86Mi1z

— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) March 18, 2026

Last 4 matches at Allianz Arena. pic.twitter.com/hezOKpNyNX

— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) March 18, 2026

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