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Southend United: Kevin Maher’s heroes defied all logic

Old friends provided Kevin Maher with some solace after Southend United’s Wembley heartbreak – but there won’t be much time for reflection.

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
8 June 2025

PLAN OF ACTION: Kevin Maher

Shrimpers almost enjoyed perfect play-offs
By Andy Mitchell

Old friends provided Kevin Maher with some solace after Southend United’s Wembley heartbreak – but there won’t be much time for reflection.
The Shrimpers boss became well-versed in working with the absolute minimum during the club’s darkest days.
While his charges came up a little short in a 3-2 extra-time defeat to Oldham Athletic in the National League Promotion Final, the presence of those who might have still been around but for off-field troubles served as a timely reminder of the club’s progress.
“We had a lot of the ex-playe...

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