Craig Wighton (below centre) grimaces in pain after a challenge from Lewis Stevenson.
There was great news for fans of both Raith Rovers and Dundee when it emerged that Craig Wighton’s inujury is not as bad as first feared.
The striker, on loan from the Dens men to the Kirkcaldy club, was carried off during Saturday’s home game against Hibs following a challenge from opponent Lewis Stevenson.
The concern was that Wighton had suffered knee ligament damage or even a leg break but Raith have revealed that the player could be back on the training pitch within a week.
The Rovers statement read: “We’re delighted to report that the injury sustained by Craig Wighton on Saturday is not as bad as originally feared.
“There is certainly significant bruising and the knee is still painful, but assessment on Saturday evening at Ninewells Hospital (in Dundee) and again this morning by our sports scientist Stuart Phin has confirmed no break or ligament damage.
“It is hoped that Craig will be able to resume training within the next week to 10 days.
“We would also like to express thanks to Hibernian player Lewis Stevenson who took the trouble to visit Craig after the match on Saturday to wish him well.”
