Los Blancos have had a torrid time this season in regards to the fitness of their stars and this was amplified when Sergio Ramos’ injury was confirmed earlier last evening. However, Real Madrid have been braced by the return of Toni Kroos and Eden Hazard just in time for their clash against Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League.
Real Madrid are scheduled to play Eibar in the Primera Division this weekend before their highly awaited clash with Liverpool in midweek. The duo returned to training in Real’s final training session prior to the Eibar clash and it remains to be seen if Zidane will feature them on Saturday.
Nevertheless, it’s a major advantage for Real Madrid to have two of their best players back in the mix. Even if the two are given their time to return to the fold, it is almost certain that Kroos would feature against Liverpool having already returned to training. Zidane will not be wrong in taking a cautious and relaxed approach with Hazard who has struggled majorly in the past two seasons with form and fitness.
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What precautions can Real Madrid take with Eden Hazard this time?
Hazard’s growth and development as a player have been halted and hindered by repetitive injuries and fitness-related concerns. Just prior to the last injury Hazard picked up, he stayed on the field of play for a mere 15 minutes after a two-month spell on the sidelines. This possibly indicated the fact that Real Madrid had been rushing Hazard into the fold before he attained proper fitness.
Zidane will certainly need to have a more cautious and caring approach towards the Belgian this time around. After having such limited game time over the course of two seasons, Hazard’s temperament and determination are also put to a test each time he takes to the field. It is vital for Los Blancos to keep an easy-going atmosphere in the dressing room. Even the best of the lot struggle under pressure and Hazard is no exception. Alongside the high expectations of the Santiago Bernabeu faithful, the Spanish press has not helped Hazard’s case either.
It will not be wrong to state that Hazard is fighting a rather lonely battle with almost nothing working in his favour. The player would be certainly motivated to prove all the doubters wrong with his magical feet this time around.
