Bakke Leeds’ blow

LEEDS midfielder Eirik Bakke has been ruled out for the season with cruciate ligament damage.

Thu, 22 Jul, 2004 - 01:00

Confirmation of the Norwegian’s injury comes just three weeks before Leeds’ Coca-Cola Championship campaign kicks off.

Bakke sustained the injury during Saturday’s 1-0 pre-season friendly victory over Swedish part-timers Pitea, with his fears confirmed following a series of scans.

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Courts Soccer Place: Elland Road Person: Bakke Person: Eirik Bakke Person: Pitea Event: Coca-Cola Championship Organisation: Leeds’Organisation: Leeds

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