Brazil’s <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/copa-america">Copa America 2024</a> campaign came to a disappointing end as they were eliminated by Uruguay in a 4-2 penalty shootout in the quarter-finals. Eder Militao was one of the Brazilian players who missed his shot, along with Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz.



The penalty shootout became a hot topic of controversy, especially regarding why Militao, who is not known for taking penalties, was chosen to take the first shot for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brazil">Brazil</a>.



In an article published on the “Uol” portal, journalist Eder Traskini revealed that during the training session before the match, the Real Madrid defender missed both of his penalty attempts. Despite this, he was still selected to take the first penalty in the crucial shootout.



<h2>What did Eder Militao say about his penalty kick decision</h2>



After the match, Militao spoke in the mixed zone and explained his decision to take the first penalty. He stated that the decision was made spontaneously and that he felt confident enough to assume the responsibility. He also credited <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/uruguay">Uruguay’s</a> goalkeeper, Sergio Rochet, for the save.



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“We decided at the moment. I volunteered to take the first one because I was confident,” said Militao. “That’s how penalties are. We practiced them, but there’s a goalkeeper on the other side, and unfortunately, we missed. Rochet did well. I don’t have much to say or criticize. The credit goes to him.”


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Militao also reflected on the team’s future: “Now we have to move on. It’s going to be a tough few days, but it’s time to think and rest. It wasn’t the outcome we wanted, but we need to focus on having a good season and continuing strong on the road to the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.”

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Eder Militao is out for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/real-madrid">Real Madrid</a>. In what’s been a terrible start of the season because of injuries, the Spanish club just confirmed the star from <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brazil">Brazil</a> will be sidelined.



“Following tests carried out on our player Eder Militao, he has been diagnosed with a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. The player will undergo surgery in the coming days.”


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Now, in a span of a few days, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carlo-ancelotti">Carlo Ancelotti</a> just lost <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/thibaut-courtois">Thibaut Courtois</a> and Eder Militao. His best goalkeeper and his best defender. It’s going to be a really tough road ahead for Real Madrid.



<h2>How long will Eder Militao be out with Real Madrid?</h2>



The left knee injury of Eder Militao could have a very similar rehabilitation process as the one suffered by Thibaut Courtois. That’s why, according to medical experts, six to eight months is the proper timeline.







As a consequence, though they might come back a little bit earlier, the truth is Real Madrid have to face the 2023-2024 season without two of the best players in the world.


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In the case of Courtois, Kepa might be the goalkeeper to replace him. However, Militao’s situation is trickier as Real Madrid only have as center backs three possible players: Antonio Rudiger, Nacho and David Alaba. It would be really complicated to go a full season with such a limited rotation.

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