Lonfat woe for Sochaux
Friday, November 26, 2004
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FC Sochaux-Montbéliard midfielder Johann Lonfat is a major injury worry for next week's Group D tie in Lisbon.
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Limped off
The Swiss international limped off 17 minutes into Thursday's 4-0 home defeat by Newcastle United FC following a challenge with a Newcastle player. According to medical staff, the 31-year-old has sprained his knee.
Sunday rest
A key figure in Guy Lacombe's side, Lonfat will be rested for Sunday's Ligue 1 game at home to RC Lens and remains doubtful for the journey to Lisbon to face Group D opponents Sporting on 1 December.
Sochaux situation
Lonfat has made 12 league and four UEFA Cup appearances this season. Sochaux are three points behind Sporting in Group D with Newcastle in top spot having already confirmed their place in the next round with three straight wins.
