Lampard ruled out of Euro 2012

31 May 2012 20:17
Frank Lampard has been ruled out of England's Euro 2012 campaign after suffering a thigh injury in training on Wednesday.

The 33 year old Chelsea midfielder was examined by the England medical staff following a scan.

"It's a huge blow for the team, especially coming after the loss of another senior player in Gareth Barry. The fact that the doctor cannot guarantee Frank could take part in any of the group matches means we have to replace him in the central midfield area," said England manager Roy Hodgson.

"Apart from it being a huge blow to me and the team, I'm especially disappointed for Frank himself. He has been in very good form and was looking forward to the tournament. He made a huge contribution towards us qualifying for the Euros so it is cruel to be forced out through injury just before the tournament."

Jordan Henderson has been on standby since Wednesday and will be called into the squad subject to agreement from UEFA's medical team.

Lampard has been looking forward to playing a key role for his country this summer after becoming first choice for Chelsea following the departure of AVB. 

Source: DSG