Damien Farrell (born 17 March 1984) is an Antiguan and Barbudan

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who plays as a defender for Sani Pro Fort Road.

Club career

Farrell started his career with

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. He went on

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with AFC Bournemouth and

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following the end of the 2006–07 season. He also went on trial with

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club

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after he and

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had been recommended by

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, a consultant for the Antiguan and Barbuda national team. Farrell and Gregory did not earn contracts, but York

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Billy McEwan said the two could still be brought back on trial during 2007–08. He joined All Saints United in 2008 and in November 2013 was playing for Sani Pro Fort Road.

International career

Farrell is an Antigua and Barbuda international, making his debut in a

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against

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on 27 August 2006. He played in two FIFA World Cup qualification matches. Farrell earned 15

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from 2006 to 2008.

Career statistics

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References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Farrell, Damien 1984 births Living people Antigua and Barbuda footballers Antigua and Barbuda men's international footballers Men's association football defenders