Manchester United goalkeeper Paul Woolston was forced to hold back the tears after announcing his retirement from professional football aged just 23.Following a length spell on the side-lines and two major operations, the North Shields-born shot-stopper has called time on his playing days.
United announced the news on Wednesday (March 23rd) afternoon with a heart-warming video with Woolston visibly upset.He said: "To have to retire at just 23 has been really tough to come to terms with but I feel a lot more positive now.
I am really proud of everything that I have achieved, many people dream of playing football at this level. Of course, I would have loved to have gone on further but it has been an absolute honour to represent Manchester United during my time here."The support of my family, friends, team-mates, coaches, the medical staff and the entire Manchester United Academy has been phenomenal.
Everyone has played a major part in my journey by keeping my spirits up, allowing me to reflect positively on my playing experiences and begin to look to the future."Right now, I am fully focused on the next stage of my career.
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