Twitter Reacts to Jonas Gutierrez's Newcastle Return After Cancer Battle

Jonas Gutierrez made an emotional return to the Newcastle United first team on Wednesday evening after a 17-month absence, during which he overcame testicular cancer.

The Argentinean last appeared for the Magpies in their 2-1 win over Cardiff in October 2013. Six months ago, he was still battling his illness, but the 31-year-old made a return to the squad during last week's win over Aston Villa as an unused substitute.

During Newcastle's 1-0 loss to Manchester United, Gutierrez finally returned to the hallowed turf of St James' Park when he made a 65th-minute substitute appearance in place of Ryan Taylor. Fabricio Coloccini duly handed over the captain's armband.

As expected, he was given an extremely warm reception by the home fans, and the Toon Army's outpouring of goodwill was replicated by fans of all clubs on Twitter...

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It's brilliant to see Jonas Gutierrez fight cancer and return to football. A battle well won! #jonasgutierrez #welcomeback

— Jonathan Ainsworth (@jonoainsworth) March 4, 2015"

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So good seeing Gutierrez back on the pitch

— Tasha Coppin (@tashaacoppin) March 4, 2015"

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Jonah Gutierrez is an inspiration. What a baller

— Will Sergeant (@wsrgnt) March 4, 2015"

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