Rapids midfielder Rivero has foot fracture

Updated: January 30, 2013, 10:22 PM ET
Associated Press

DENVER -- Colorado Rapids midfielder Martin Rivero is expected to miss two to three months while recovering from a fracture in his right foot.

Rivero was injured Tuesday in a preseason match against the Portland Timbers. The Rapids lost 3-1.

The Rapids said Rivero was returning to Denver on Wednesday for further evaluation of his injury.


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