Rafael injury blow for United

Manchester United full-back Rafael has suffered a dislocated shoulder in training and will miss the first 10 weeks of the new season.

Sun, 14 Aug, 2011 - 16:34

Manchester United full-back Rafael has suffered a dislocated shoulder in training and will miss the first 10 weeks of the new season.

The Brazilian suffered the injury at Carrington, United’s training complex, and his position for today’s match at West Brom was filled by Chris Smalling.

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Courts Soccer Heathrow Place: Carrington Place: West Brom Place: Hawthorns Person: Rafael Person: Chris Smalling Person: Fabio Person: Alex Person: Patrice Evra Person: Javier Hernandez Person: Antonio Valencia Person: Michael Owen Organisation: United Organisation: Manchester United

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