Digard gets second-string role with a view to boosting Boro's survival bid

21 April 2009 12:25
Comeback: Digard will get a run out[LNB]French midfielder Didier Digard's chances of playing his part in Middlesbrough's survival mission will be tested tonight. [LNB]The former Paris St Germain player makes his first start since suffering a severe leg injury in a challenge from Wigan's Lee Cattermole at the Riverside almost two months ago. [LNB]Digard had knee, hamstring and groin problems and was expected to be out for the season, but was on the bench against Fulham on Saturday. [LNB]The France Under 21 international is one of a number of first-team players making an appearance for Martin Scott's reserves team when they take on Manchester City at the Riverside tonight (Tuesday). [LNB]Justin Hoyte, Chris Riggott, Adam Johnson, Marvin Emnes, Josh Walker and Seb Hines are also in the Boro squad.  [LNB] NORTHERN EXPOSURE: Sofa so bad for Newcastle boss Shearer as Sunderland fans see the funny sideMiddlesbrough 0 Fulham 0: Southgate has no time for regrets...yetOn the spot: Sportsmail's guide to penalty kicks... Middlesbrough 0 Fulham 0: Southgate salutes Schwarzer the spoilerMIDDLESBROUGH FC

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