Real's Higuain out with thigh injury

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01/12/2010 - Madrid, Spain (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Real Madrid has confirmed that Argentinian striker Gonzalo Higuain faces three weeks out of action due to a thigh injury.

The 22-year-old played the full 90 minutes of the 2-0 win over Real Mallorca at the weekend, but underwent tests after complaining of soreness in his left leg.

A short statement on the club's official website confirmed: "Following physical examinations and an MRI scan at Sanitas La Moraleja Hospital this morning, the medical staff has determined Gonzalo Higuain is injured with a grade I-II fibrilar tear on the left femoral biceps.

"The player will be missing for three weeks."

Higuain, who joined Real from River Plate three years ago, has scored 11 goals in 14 Primera Liga games this season.

(Courtesy of sportbox.tv)

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Rudy - was quite good singing "Free Ride" to start off.  Randy was not impressed though.  Paula thought he started off fantastic.  "Never had anyone stop off so lively" said Paula but Simon (who does not like Rudy) does not feel he has a distinct voice and was not impressed either. 

Brandon was a little pitchy according to Randy and Paula agreed.  Simon said he was a good singer but the song was "too safe" and he needs to make an impact.  He was listed at +1200 odds or $1200 paid out on a $100 bet should he win the competition. 

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