Numancia lose Toché
Monday, August 30, 2004
Article summary
CD Numancia could be without on-loan Club Atlético de Madrid striker Toché for the rest of the season.
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Primera División newcomers CD Numancia could be without on-loan striker Toché for the rest of the season through after tearing cruciate ligaments in his left knee.
Betis encounter
The 21-year-old from Club Atlético de Madrid sustained the injury during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Real Betis Balompié, Numancia's first match since winning promotion.
Injury confirmed
On examination, doctors discovered a tear to one of the cruciate ligaments - an injury that will require surgery and a lengthy recovery. Toché made his Atlético debut last season.
