Real Madrid defender Pepe injured during match

IANS

Madrid, Oct 31 (IANS) Real Madrid defender Pepe suffered a muscle injury in his left leg, according to a medical report released on Monday by the club.

According to the club, the injury was confirmed after the Portuguese player underwent a test in Sanitas La Moraleja hospital,reports Efe.

Pepe was replaced by central defender Nacho in a game against Alaves in the La Liga on Saturday.

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