Injury relief for Barrett
05 Aug 2008 - 14:57:08
Falkirk forward Graham Barrett is confident of being fit for the start of the new SPL season, despite picking up a knee injury during a pre-season tour of the Netherlands.
The 26-year-old Irishman, who has suffered a catalogue of injury woes during his career, sustained his latest knock against SC Cambuur, but Barrett says it was not too serious.
He told the Daily Record: "It was just a bad tackle. My leg was in the turf and their boy came from behind and I jarred my knee a bit.
"When you have done nearly all your pre-season and you pick up an injury it's a bit disappointing, but it could have been a lot worse.
"It does make you think 'oh no, here we go again'. Thankfully it's nothing serious and hopefully I've got a chance to play against Rangers.
"As far as fitness goes, I'm ready for the start of the season. I just hope to be available for selection."