Losing Vinicius Jr to an anticipated three-week injury lay-off is a significant blow for Madrid. But could it help Kylian Mbappe?

Real Madrid forward Vinícius Jr. has recently joined the team’s growing injury list after being diagnosed with a left hamstring injury that will sideline him for at least three weeks. As a result, he will miss Wednesday’s Champions League match against Liverpool.

Real Madrid’s statement was typically terse: Following tests carried out today by the Real Madrid Medical Services on our player Vini Jr., he has been diagnosed with an injury to the biceps femoris in his left leg. His progress will be monitored.