Fletcher crocked on Wales duty

Last updated : 06 February 2007 By Nik Taylor
Carl Fletcher has pulled out of the Wales squad ahead of tonight's friendly international in Northern Ireland.

The midfielder picked up a groin strain during training on Monday. It's not yet clear how bad the injury is - but it will be a blow to Palace if our captain misses any league games because of it.

Fletcher has recently started to find the net from midfield, and looks to have settled into the side - but he may now be facing a spell on the sidelines.