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Torres returns as Atletico eye quarters

Published: 14 Mar 2017 - 10:14 pm | Last Updated: 16 Nov 2021 - 05:56 pm

AFP

Madrid: Fernando Torres is expected to return just two weeks after losing consciousness in a sickening head clash as Atletico Madrid look to seal their place in the Champions League quarter-finals today.
Atletico are strong favourites to reach the last eight for a fourth straight year as Torres was on target in a 4-2 first leg win against Beyer Leverkusen in Germany to get a commanding lead.
Torres returned to full training for the first time since losing consciousness in a challenge with Deportivo la Coruna's Alex Bergantinos that provoked consternation among those on the field and watching around the world.
However, thankfully the 32-year-old was released from hospital less than 24 hours later having suffered no serious injuries.