***European Soccer Thread***

Barcelona's Adriano Out 1 Week With Pulled Hamstring

Barcelona will be without the services of Adriano for up to 1 week after the Brazilian was diagnosed with a hamstring injury in the Catalans' 4-0 win over Rayo Vallecano on Tuesday.

Adriano came off the bench in the 71st minute to replace Alexis Sanchez and lasted until the final whistle. Medical tests have now confirmed that the 27-year-old has pulled a hamstring in his left leg and will be out of action for about seven days.

 
Inter's Diego Forlan Nearing Comeback

The Uruguayan picked up an injury halfway through October while away on international duty and has been out of action since. However, Inter has announced on their official website that Forlan has returned to the training pitch and is close to making his comeback. Forlan featured in a training game on Wednesday without any significant problems before continuing with an individual practice session.

 
Forlan Targets Christmas Return

Speaking to Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport, Forlan said: "I feel good. It was the worst injury of my career, but is now part of the past. I'm training and my athletic condition improves day after day. But now we must wait and not rush."

When asked if he will make his comeback before Christmas, Forlan responded: “I would say so.”

The Uruguayan has been out of action since October after tearing his hamstring.

 
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Liverpool's Lucas Out For Season With Torn ACL

Liverpool midfielder Lucas Leiva will miss the rest of the season after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during this week's Carling Cup quarterfinal win over Chelsea.

A statement on Liverpool's official website reads: "Liverpool FC said today a scan had confirmed an injury to the anterior cruciate ligament in Lucas Leiva's left knee. The Brazil international will undergo surgery and unfortunately be ruled out for the remainder of the current campaign."

 
Euro 2012 Draw

The draw:

• Group A: Czech Republic, Greece, Poland, Russia

• Group B: Denmark, Germany, Netherlands, Portugal

• Group C: Croatia, Ireland, Italy, Spain

• Group D: England, France, Sweden, Ukraine

 
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