Dogs lose Boyd for three weeks

Matthew Boyd is out for three weeks with a calf strain. Picture: Alex Coppel Source: Herald Sun

WESTERN Bulldogs captain Matthew Boyd will miss at least the first two weeks of the season with a calf strain.

The ball magnet had scans today which confirmed the injury.

Boyd experienced soreness in the calf following the Bulldogs practice match against Richmond on March 16.

Dogs football manager James Fantasia remained optimistic despite Boyd's injury.

"Although it's unfortunate that Matthew has suffered an injury on the eve of the season, it will provide some of our talented, emerging midfielders an opportunity to take another step in their development," he said.

"Matthew, as always will rehabilitate his injury with the professionalism that we've come to know and expect. And we have no doubt he'll be back as quickly as possible."

The loss of Boyd comes as a blow for the Dogs who could also be without Brownlow medallist Adam Cooney for their Round 1 clash against the in-from Brisbane Lions on Saturday.

Cooney was hospitalised last week with a knee infection. He must prove his fitness this week to be any chance of lining up.

Former West Coast Eagles fringe player Koby Stevens is expected to fill the void left by Boyd in the midfield.

Stevens has been one of the Dogs best during the NAB Cup and should relish the opportunity.

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