Klinsmann won't risk Ballack

Germany coach Jurgen Klinsmann has stressed Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack will not be risked in the friendly with Japan because of his ankle injury.

Germany coach Jurgen Klinsmann has stressed Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack will not be risked in the friendly with Japan because of his ankle injury.

Ballack, who joined Chelsea on a free transfer from Bayern Munich, could also miss the warm-up game with Colombia on Friday.

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