Real Madrid’s much-anticipated Champions League night quickly turned into heartbreak as star signing Trent Alexander-Arnold was forced off the pitch less than five minutes into his debut for Los Blancos.
The Santiago Bernabéu crowd had barely settled when disaster struck. Trent, who joined Madrid this summer in a blockbuster move, pulled up suddenly clutching his leg. Despite trying to continue, the England international was left with no choice but to signal to the bench and was substituted almost immediately.
This was meant to be a defining night for the 25-year-old, marking his first steps in Europe’s elite competition wearing the famous white shirt. Instead, it became a nightmare moment, leaving both the player and fans devastated.
Early reports suggest a muscle issue, though the full extent of the injury will only be known after medical assessments. Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti appeared visibly concerned on the sidelines, aware of the critical role Alexander-Arnold was expected to play in the team’s Champions League campaign.
For Real Madrid supporters, the frustration is immense. After the excitement of a major signing and weeks of build-up, their new star’s dream debut ended in tears before it even began.
👉 The big question now: How serious is Trent’s injury? And will Real Madrid have to adjust their Champions League ambitions without their marquee addition?
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