Schalke suffer Hoogland setback
Tuesday, August 16, 2005
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FC Schalke 04's young defender Tim Hoogland has been ruled out for six weeks after tearing a knee ligament.
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Three appearances
The 20-year-old suffered the setback playing for the club's second string against VfB Fichte Bielefeld last weekend. The injury is a blow for the German youngster, who made three Bundesliga appearances last season as Ralf Rangnick's side claimed second place behind FC Bayern München.
Six-week lay-off
Hoogland may now be unable to add to that statistic until the end of September, leaving him doubtful for Schalke's first two group games in the Champions League.