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Coleman fears Boa loss

18 Sep 2006 - 09:27:22

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Fulham are likely to be without skipper Luis Boa Morte for several weeks after he suffered a suspected fractured cheekbone in the goalless draw at Tottenham Hotspur.

The Portuguese forward had to be replaced 13 minutes from time at White Hart Lane, with Cottagers boss Chris Coleman fearing his player will be sidelined for around a month.

He said: "We think Luis has cracked his cheekbone.

"There is a dent in his cheek and it has to be pushed back out, so it could be three weeks or it could be six. He may have to play with a mask.

"He went for the ball with Heidar Helguson but if they both hadn't gone for it, it would have been a goal.

"But again, we have paid the price for it. So there are plusses and minuses.

"I am delighted with the performance, but more so with the attitude.

"The performance was particularly pleasing for myself because we showed a great work ethic. All credit to the players."