Another
boost for Grimsby futsal as Ben Mortlock becomes the 3rd local player to
proudly wear an England shirt. Ben is far left bottom row in the picture below.
The
picture was taken prior to England vs. Libya which England lost 3-2. Ben
was brought down for the penalty which narrowed the score and gave England an
opportunity to take a major futsal scalp.
Ben has
previously played for Middlesbrough University which gave him the opportunity
to play for BUSA internationally.
Locally
he has played for Magpies and this season Gunners Watch when the opportunity
has arisen.
Those
other England players from Grimsby? Paul Goodhand (Boston Town) and Lewis
Axcell. Unlike Ben and Paul - Lewis has never played in the Grimsby League; he
achieved international status whilst at Sheffield and Hallam University.
Libya's
record in 2008 Futsal world Cup, Spain lost to Brazil in final. The tightness
of the GD illustrates the competiveness of the group:
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