Blow for AC Milan as Shevchenko is ruled out

AC MILAN’S Ukrainian striker Andriy Shevchenko has been ruled out of tonight’s Group C Champions League match against Lokomotiv Moscow because of a thigh strain, the club has confirmed.

Wed, 19 Feb, 2003 - 00:00
James Whelan

Shevchenko injured himself in Sunday’s 2-2 draw against Serie A title rivals Lazio at the San Siro.

“There is no point in taking any risks with Shevchenko,” said Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti.

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