Chopra absent for Bluebirds

18 March 2011 09:00
Cardiff will be without Michael Chopra for the trip to Millwall after he was this week ruled out for the rest of the season. The striker suffered a Grade Three hamstring tear in last weekend`s 2-2 draw against Barnsley, forcing him off after 25 minutes. His absence leaves manager Dave Jones with a decision to make as to who partners Jay Bothroyd in attack, with the likely options either Jon Parkin or Craig Bellamy, who is available to play having been cleared of improper conduct by the FAW relating to last month`s clash against Reading. Pushing the Wales international up front from his usual wide position would allow either Seyi Olofinjana, Chris Burke or Gavin Rae to come into midfield. Goalkeepers Tom Heaton (groin) and deputy David Marshall (elbow) remain sidelined, meaning Stephen Bywater will again get the nod ahead of fellow loanee Jason Brown unless Jones opts to changes things around with the Bluebirds winless in three.

Source: PA