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Madrid Face Van Nistelrooy Scare
Feras Saad
Goal
Friday 10 October 2008
Real Madrid have been rocked by
the news of a possible injury to star striker Ruud van
Nistelrooy after he failed to train with his teammates
today.
Van Goal arrived at the camp and
complained to the club physios about severe pain in
his lower back.
Taking no chances, coach Bernd
Schuster immediately ordered that he train in the gym
with midfield trio Gago, Guti, and Robben.
They later headed to the pitch
with fitness expert Carlos Lalin, doing some light stretches
and jogging.
Meanwhile, Schuster has been given
a fitness boost by the club doctors after they proclaimed
Robben and Guti fit for the highly anticipated derby
next weekend. Schuster is likely to field Guti as a
starter, whereas Robben could make a late substitute
appearance for the Meringues.
The extent of Van Nistelrooy's
injury remains unknown, but an absence next weekend
could mean big trouble for the German coach, who has
been struggling with the serious lack of options up
front.
Saviola could be given the chance
to shine next weekend, but Schuster would definitely
prefer to field his goal machine against the Rojiblancos
in what will be a tough encounter for both sides.
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