Eder Militao says he is ‘in a lot of pain’ after Real Madrid’s Champions League win

Real Madrid defender Eder Militao said he was experiencing “a lot of pain” after his side’s 3-2 victory over AEK in the Champions League.

The match marked Militao’s first start of the season for Real Madrid, and the Brazil international completed the full 90 minutes.

His appearance against AEK was only his second of the current campaign. Militao has yet to register a goal or assist this season.

Real Madrid’s next fixture is against Valencia on 7 November.

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