the Trotters over the summer as one of more than 20 new signings. Last night, the central defender made only his fifth appearance of the season for Wanderers in the 3-2 victory in the Papa John's Trophy over Newcastle United's under-21s.
The Magpies took a two-goal lead in the first half of the Papa John's Trophy tie thanks to a brace from captain Elliot Anderson, but Jak Hickman's goal before the break halved the deficit.Wanderers fought back in the second half and got back on level terms thanks to Arthur Gnahoua, before Jamie Mascoll netted what proved to be the winner.Taft started the opening two matches of the season in the Carabao Cup against Bradford City and Crewe Alexandra in the EFL Trophy.
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