Real Madrid defender Eder Militao will miss the World Cup after undergoing surgery for a hamstring tear. The Spanish club confirmed the successful procedure on Tuesday.
Militao, 28, sustained the injury during a recent match and further tests revealed a recurrence of a previous tear. He will begin his rehabilitation in the coming days.
This absence marks a significant blow to both Real Madrid and the Brazilian national team with the tournament set to begin in less than 50 days.