Bayern Munich's Argentina defender Martin Demichelis is
disappointed with Michael Ballack after suffering multiple facial
injuries in a collision with the Germany captain.
Ballack accidentally shattered several bones in Demichelis'
face with his knee during Argentina's 1-0 victory over Germany
earlier this month.
Ballack never bothered to ask about his health or to wish him
a speedy recovery although the two spent three seasons together at
Bayern, Demichelis said at a news conference Wednesday.
"He is a great footballer but as a human being there is
nothing to say about him," Demichelis said. "I am disappointed. We
played together for three years at Bayern Munich. He could have at
least sent some greetings."
Demichelis said he had been afraid immediately after the
injury that he might miss the World Cup, but that he is now
confident he will recover by then.
The Argentine began jogging this week and plans to practice
with the team next week wearing a special mask, although he had had
no target date for his return.
Demichelis said the right side of his face still feels numb
but that he is beginning to feel better.
