News in Brief

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Lucas Neill

Reports this afternoon would suggest that Uriah Rennie has not rescinded the yellow card issued to Blackburns Australian right back Lucas Neill. The card collected by Neill in the first leg Worthington Cup semi final was his fifth yellow card and he will therefore miss the return leg at Ewood Park on the 22 January.

Souness

Graeme Souness will appeal against the recently issued charge of misconduct, and has requested a personal hearing with the FA. The charge was issued after Souness was sent to the stands following his discussions with the fourth official regarding a disputed corner during Blackburns Worthington game with Wigan.

Leonard

Rovers have failed in the acquisition of Belgian Philippe Leonard after the defenders descision to stay at Monaco.

Treatment Room

Whilst local hero David Dunn is to see a specialist regarding his recurring calf injury there is better news regarding centre half Craig Short and winger Damian Duff who are both recovering from their hamstring injuries. Tuesday nights goal hero David Thompson is having treatment on his ankle injury and is expected to be available for Rovers away game against Sunderland on Saturday.

Worthington Cup Tickets

Season ticket holders have untill the 11 January to claim their seat for the second leg of the Worthington Cup Semi final against Manchester United. See link.

http://www.rovers.premiumtv.co.uk/match....00.html