The club's optimism is dimmed by the growing casualty count among their vital players. Thibaut Courtois and Eder Militao are sidelined due to torn ACLs, while Arda Guler recently underwent surgery. Although Dani Ceballos and Ferland Mendy have returned to the pitch, they are yet to rejoin team training.

Adding to their woes is the sudden injury of Vinicius Junior, who limped off during the Celta Vigo match on Friday night clutching his hamstring. Despite his attempt to soldier on, he had to be substituted in the 18th minute. The extent of his injury remains uncertain, leaving Real Madrid fans anxious for his swift recovery.

In the absence of Vinicius, Real Madrid still managed to secure a 1-0 victory over Celta Vigo, with Jude Bellingham once again finding the net.

Bellingham's remarkable start in the Spanish capital continues, as he notches his fourth goal in just three appearances. Should he score in the upcoming match, he will match Cristiano Ronaldo's record of scoring in his first four games for the club.

While Bellingham shines brightly for Real Madrid early in the season, Vinicius Junior's absence is a concern as the club aims for success in both La Liga and Europe. The injury setbacks cast a shadow over their pursuit of glory.

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