"Following stomach pains, medical check-ups have shown an unforeseeable illness that justifies an indeterminate rest period," the spokesman said."As a result, Lassana Diarra is out of the World Cup." The 25-year-old Real Madrid player, who has won 27 caps, will not be replaced for the moment, the spokesman added.
(Published 22 May 2010, 19:04 IST)
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