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Ed Francis has paid tribute to key figures at Gateshead after he made a successful comeback from a fractured skull.

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
18 February 2024

Ed’s A-head

By Mark Carruthers

HORROR: Gateshead’s Ed Francis is back in action after fracturing his skull
PICTURE: Alamy

ED FRANCIS has paid tribute to key figures at Gateshead after he made a successful comeback from a fractured skull.
Francis, the former Notts County and Harrogate Town midfielder, suffered the horror injury during the New Year’s Day defeat at York City, prompting a painstaking six-week recovery period.
However, his patience paid off last Saturday when the Heed vice-captain completed an emotional return to action in helping the Heed to a 1-0 win at Southend United.
Now, with his...

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