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Play-off heartache is nothing new – it’s made me stronger

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
11 June 2017

By Chris Dunlavy
RECKON the playoff hangover is only a myth? Just try convincing Salisbury manager Steve Claridge.
In May 2002, the striker was part of a Millwall side flying under Mark McGhee. Division Two champions 12 months earlier, the Lions had surged straight into the play-offs.
When Birmingham were held to a 1-1 draw at St Andrews in the semifinal first leg, most pundits thought Millwall were bound for the Millennium Stadium.
Then came a night of heartbreak as a 91st-minute winner from Blues striker Stern John wrought desolation on the Den.
Claridge and co hit the beach, consigned to...

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