Real Madrid defender Eder Militao made his long-awaited return from injury as Jose Mourinho’s team defeated Sevilla 4-1 on Sunday night.
Militao has been sidelined since April 21 following a serious injury layoff. However, the Brazilian centre-back made his long-awaited return to competitive action in the 85th minute of the game.
As Militao stepped onto the pitch to replace a team-mate, the Santiago Bernabeu crowd erupted into a standing ovation.
Team-mates Dean Huijsen and Marc Cucurella also paid tribute to the Brazilian.
Huijsen expressed delight at seeing Militao back in action, highlighting his character inside the dressing room. “We all know the kind of player he is, and if the stadium gives him an ovation, it’s for a reason,” Huijsen stated.
Dean Huijsen and Eder Militao applaud the fans after the game against Sevilla. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
”We’re happy he’s back, and he’s a great guy and a great player.”
”He will contribute a lot to us moving forward.”
Cucurella echoed Huijsen’s sentiments, emphasizing Militao’s positive energy off the pitch during his recovery process. “He’s a great player with a lot of personality,” Cucurella said post-match.
”He also contributes a lot to the locker room. He’s a very cheerful guy, and I’m very happy to have him back.”
”The important thing is to have everyone available. The more players we have, the better.”
Militao’s return comes at a pivotal moment in Real Madrid’s season as fixtures accumulate across domestic and European fronts.
