Duff likely to miss Toon UEFA Cup clash

Newcastle are facing mounting injury problems ahead of Thursday's UEFA Cup meeting with Celta Vigo.

Irish winger Damien Duff and Australian central defender Craig Moore will both have scans tomorrow on injuries picked up in the 1-1 draw at Arsenal.

Duff hurt his knee and faces a fortnight out of action while Moore is also likely to miss the European night at St James' Park - and leave Newcastle with only three fit defenders for the game.

Celestine Babayaro (groin) and Stephen Carr (toe) are unlikely to have recovered in time.

Newcastle manager Glenn Roeder told the Newcastle Evening Chronicle: "Duff and Moore will both have scans tomorrow when the swelling goes down on their injuries and if I was to say how long we will be without them I would be only guessing.

"To be honest, while it is a case of wait and see, Craig Moore looks as though he will definitely miss our UEFA Cup tie on Thursday.

"Celestine Babayaro is not under consideration for Celta Vigo or Portsmouth on Sunday, and while Stephen Carr is making good progress from his toe injury it is debatable whether he will be ready for Thursday."