Colin Edwards
Footballer with prominent international career
Born
1991
34 years ago
Died
February 16th, 2013
12 years ago — 22 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Guyana
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This individual was a Guyanese footballer who played primarily as a defender. He began his professional career with Blackpool and made appearances in several domestic leagues. His international career included representing Guyana in CONCACAF competitions and World Cup qualifiers. Later in his career, he transitioned to play in various leagues within the region. Edwards contributed significantly to the development of football in Guyana, being one of the pioneers in showcasing local talent on higher platforms.
Played in various CONCACAF competitions
Represented Guyana in World Cup qualifiers
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