Wilson woe for U`s

31 December 2010 08:30
Colchester will be without influential defender Brian Wilson for the clash with Charlton. Right-back Wilson will be sidelined for up to eight weeks after suffering ankle ligament damage in training. Magnus Okuonghae`s long-term ankle injury is another concern and the Nigerian defender will have to see a specialist. Midfielder John-Joe O`Toole and defender Morten Knudsen will not return to the side until the latter part of January as they recover from knee injuries. Striker Steven Gillespie (thigh) and midfielder Simon Hackney (back) are close to a return to full fitness and could be among the substitutes. The U`s can push for a play-off place with a win over the Addicks and could mathematically reach third place.

Source: PA