Spain has been shaken by shocking developments surrounding Real Madrid’s veteran right-back 
, who, according to respected journalist Arancha Rodríguez, has suffered a serious knee injury that could sideline him for the remainder of the season.
Sources close to the Spanish national team confirmed that the injury occurred during Madrid’s recent La Liga clash — a match that has now become the center of controversy not just for the injury itself, but for what reportedly happened moments before it.
Multiple outlets in Spain are reporting that Carvajal and Barcelona’s young prodigy Lamine Yamal had a heated on-field exchange, which escalated to the point where Yamal allegedly “made an appointment” to settle things after the match. Witnesses described the atmosphere as “extremely tense,” with players from both sides intervening to prevent a confrontation.
While officials have yet to comment on the alleged clash, social media in Spain has exploded with speculation. Hashtags such as #CarvajalInjury and #YamalControversy have been trending nationwide, with fans fiercely divided — some blaming Yamal’s attitude, others insisting that emotions are simply running high in one of the world’s fiercest rivalries.
As for Carvajal, early reports suggest the injury involves ligament damage that will require extended rehabilitation. The Real Madrid medical team is expected to issue an official statement in the coming hours, but optimism about a quick return is reportedly very low.
If confirmed, this would mark one of the toughest setbacks of Carvajal’s decorated career — a player known for his relentless energy, leadership, and loyalty to both Real Madrid and the Spanish national team.
Meanwhile, Yamal’s camp has remained silent amid growing scrutiny. Spanish football insiders warn that this incident could widen the already fiery tension between Real Madrid and Barcelona, especially with both clubs still in contention for domestic and European glory.
As one journalist put it:
“Spain isn’t just divided by football colors anymore — it’s divided by emotions. This incident has lit a spark that could ignite the rivalry in ways we haven’t seen in years.”
With Carvajal’s season now in jeopardy and controversy swirling around Yamal, La Liga’s landscape has suddenly turned into a storm of injury, rivalry, and emotion — and the entire world is watching.