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WOOD: IT WAS HONOUR AND PRIVILEGE TO LEAD

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
4 June 2017

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Dartford defender savours opportunity to captain his country

KEATON WOOD says being handed the captain’s armband was even more special because of the group of players he got to lead out.
The Dartford defender quickly came to the attention of boss Paul Fairclough for his leadership qualities and was asked to captain the side against Panjab FA.
He picked up a metatarsal injury, meaning he couldn’t play in the second game against Jersey.
But Wood, 22, says the overall experience with England C has been hugely positive.
“I was truly honoured to be brought along and considered ...

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