Georgatos to play on at Olympiacos
Thursday, February 23, 2006
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News round-up: Olympiacos CFP have handed veteran Grigorios Georgatos a new contract while AC Milan and Liverpool FC have injury worries.
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AC Milan goalkeeper Dida could miss the return leg of the UEFA Champions League first knockout round tie against FC Bayern München on 8 March after falling awkwardly on his right ankle during the second half of the 1-1 draw in Munich. It is not yet clear how long the Brazilian will need to recuperate, but he has a race against time to be fit to face the German champions.
Liverpool FC are awaiting information on the extent of Mohamed Sissoko's injury after the midfielder suffered damage to the retina in his right eye during Tuesday's UEFA Champions League defeat by SL Benfica. The Merseyside club have not confirmed how long the Mali international, 21, will be sidelined for. A spokesman said: "Momo has undergone further tests this morning which have confirmed damage to the retina in his right eye. The injury is currently affecting his eyesight. Further consultations with eye specialists have been arranged."
Everton FC have been given permission to sign former Liverpool goalkeeper Sander Westerveld on an emergency loan from Portsmouth FC. Injuries to Nigel Martyn and Richard Wright, and the suspension of youngster Iain Turner, prompted the Football Association to grant the Premiership club special dispensation to land the 31-year-old Dutchman.
Newcastle United FC's England midfielder Kieron Dyer faces three weeks out with a hamstring strain, having been injured in Saturday's FA Cup win against Southampton FC. The 27-year-old has made only five Premiership appearances this season due to injury problems. Newcastle defender Titus Brambe is sidelined for a similar period with a hamstring strain.
R. Standard de Liège drew level with RSC Anderlecht and Club Brugge KV at the top of the Belgian First Division after a 1-1 home draw against RAA Louviéroise last night. Marius Niculae headed in for Standard on 62 minutes, five minutes after Alexandre Lecomte was dismissed for two bookings, before Quantin Durieux equalised with 18 minutes left. Milan Rapajic had missed a first-half penalty for the hosts.