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MONK’S SO SAD AT KO TO BLUES’ ROBERTS

By Chris Johnstone
CHAMPIONSHIP

SETBACK: Marc Roberts

BIRMINGHAM manager Garry Monk has spoken of his disappointment at losing Marc Roberts to injury.
Defender Roberts, 28, was handed his first league start of the season at Blackburn Rovers, but lasted just nine minutes before being forced off with a calf injury.
“His injury was really unfortunate,” said Monk.
“We all felt for Marc because he’s had to be very patient this season.
He’s trained hard and was ready to play.
“But when he got the opportunity, he only got nine minutes and then he’s kind...

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