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West Brom striker Shane Long facing six weeks out
WEST BROM striker Shane Long could face up to six weeks on the sidelines – meaning he is set to miss the Republic of Ireland’s bid for a place at Euro 2012.
A scan confirmed the extent of a knee injury he suffered against Aston Villa on Saturday.
Long was forced off in the 19th minute after a challenge from Alan Hutton eight minutes earlier.
He has suffered severe bone bruising and a small bone chip inside his right knee. He is unlikely to be fit for Ireland’s play-off games against Estonia on November 11 and 15.