Rüdiger sets a big goal after his injury, Real Madrid crosses its fingers

Apart from all the controversy experienced in Cornellà, one of the worst pieces of news for Real Madrid was Rüdiger's injury. The German had to leave the field long before the end of the first half due to knee discomfort. This set off alarms in the team as they lost the center-back who, until that moment, had been indispensable for the defense.

Although his injury hasn't been extremely serious, the German will have to stay away from the field for a few weeks. A terrible piece of news for Real Madrid due to the number of important matches to be played. The match against Manchester City, especially, won't see the German's presence at least for the first leg.

This is because Rüdiger has set the goal of returning for the second leg against the English team. With this being on February 19, his recovery must be quick to ensure his presence.

The goal to achieve

At 31 years old, Antonio Rüdiger is one of the most important center-backs Real Madrid currently has. The 2,906 minutes he had played this season are a clear indication of the importance the German has in the Merengue team.

Due to this, his injury has been terrible news for a Real Madrid that has been left without its defensive leader for the most important matches. With LaLiga, Copa del Rey, and Champions League matches ahead, his absence will be very noticeable.

Even so, the goal he has set to return for the second leg shows his commitment to the team. Likewise, this demonstrates his optimism for a quick recovery to return to the field as soon as possible and help the club.

A player who can't be absent

While waiting for Rüdiger's return, Real Madrid will have to find a way to cover his significant absence for the upcoming matches. Although the task isn't easy, it is necessary to continue competing in the tournaments they aim to conquer at the end of the season.