Darryl Flahavan
Footballer and goalkeeper
Born
November 28th, 1978
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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A former English footballer played as a goalkeeper primarily for Southend United. His professional career spanned from 1995 to 2013, during which he made over 300 appearances. Flahavan began his youth career at Portsmouth before turning professional. He had significant tenures with Southend United, where he contributed to the club's success in achieving promotion to both League One and League Two. The goalkeeper also had stints at other clubs including Weymouth and the Brighton & Hove Albion youth system.
Played for Southend United
Achieved promotion to League One
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