MAJOR BLOW: Woodgate's Injury

By Matthew Jones
August 30 2003

Jonathon Woodgate will miss the clash with Birmingham City, aswell as missing out on England's Euro 2004 Qualifiers. Craig Bellamy is also injured, but Nobby Solano and Lee Bowyer are available for selection.

Newcastle United defender Jonathan Woodgate is out of Newcastle United's Premiership League clash with Birmingham City today, after he aggravated his stomach muscle strain.

The 23-year-old is also a big doubt for England's Euro 2004 qualifiers.

Welsh striker Craig Bellamy will also miss out on Premiership action due to a knee problem, but Nolberto Solano should be fit after shaking off a groin strain.

Lee Bowyer is available after missing the Partizan game through suspension.

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