Betis suffer Fernández blow
Thursday, October 13, 2005
Article summary
Real Betis Balompié full-back Luis Fernández could miss both Group G matches against Chelsea FC after sustaining a knee ligament injury.
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The 33-year-old has sprained a ligament in his left knee and will be sidelined for three to four weeks. He definitely misses the Group G tie at Chelsea on 19 October and is also expected to sit out the home game against the London club on 1 November.
Fitness concerns
Midfielder Fernando is rated doubtful for the first match against Chelsea as he is struggling with a groin strain, while winger Juanlu has presented coach Llorenç Serra Ferrer with another worry after going down with gastroenteritis.
