Emile Heskey has been ruled out England's Euro 2008 qualifiers with Estonia and Russia next month through injury.
Wigan confirm Heskey's foot injury
Emile Heskey has been ruled out England's Euro 2008 qualifiers with Estonia and Russia next month through injury.
The Wigan striker suffered a broken metatarsal during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Fulham at The JJB.
Heskey limped off after just nine minutes of the game after appearing to catch his foot in the turf.
Scans have confirmed Wigan's worst fears that Heskey has broken his foot and he now faces up to six weeks on the sidelines.
The news is a major blow for Heskey after he impressed on his return to the England side in last week's wins over Israel and Russia.
Wigan chairman Dave Whelan confirmed the injury to Heskey.
It's been a fantastic week, but a disappointing end," Whelan told
Sky Sports News. "He has cracked a metatarsal in his foot. We had it confirmed last night.
"It's not a serious one, but it is still six weeks and I think he will definitely miss the first England game.
"It is bad luck, we are all aware of that. We were shocked yesterday. He just jumped up in the air and came down on his ankle.
"To do that is such bad luck, bad for Wigan, bad for England."
Heskey's injury also leaves England boss Steve McClaren and Wigan chief Chris Hutchings with major selection problems for the next six weeks.
