Adams enjoys injury boost

Portsmouth’s fears that Jermain Defoe and Lassana Diarra would need surgery have lifted after both players were examined by specialists.

Wed, 26 Nov, 2008 - 15:00

Portsmouth’s fears that Jermain Defoe and Lassana Diarra would need surgery have lifted after both players were examined by specialists.

But neither England striker Defoe (calf) nor France midfielder Diarra (ankle) will be fit for tomorrow night’s glamour UEFA Cup tie against AC Milan at Fratton Park.

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