Real Madrid Vs. Sporting Gijon: Gonzalo Higuain Returns From Injury

This winter, Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Higuain picked up an injury that it appeared could keep him out for the remainder of the season. His recovery has been extremely speedy, and today, more than a month before his expected return, Higuain has returned as a substitute against Sporting Gijon. And boy, do Real Madrid need him. They’ve been poor so far in this game, and in the very short time since Higuain entered the match, Madrid have looked much better.

While Real Madrid might have almost no chance at winning the league, especially if they fail to take all three points from this match, Higuain’s return will aid them considerably in their hunt for UEFA Champions League glory. Tottenham Hotspur won’t be happy to hear that, but they can at least take comfort in the fact that Cristiano Ronaldo is still injured. Madrid aren’t a complete side at the moment, but when Higuain and Ronaldo are both healthy, they’re one of the couple most dangerous teams in the world.

Now, let’s see what he can do for them in the short term, without Ronaldo.