Wes Burns
Welsh footballer, notable for playing with Newport County
Born
November 23rd, 1994
30 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Wales
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Born in 1994, this Welsh footballer started his career in youth academies before moving into professional football. Primarily playing as a winger, he gained prominence with Newport County. His contributions on the pitch helped the team achieve significant milestones, including promotion to the Football League.
Played for Newport County in the EFL League Two
Contributed to Newport County's promotion in 2017
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