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Roger Freestone

Roger Freestone

Clubs played for: Newport County, Chelsea, Swansea City (loan), Hereford United (loan), Swansea City, Newport County (1986-2004)

Born: 1968

Birthplace: Caerleon, Wales

Position: Goalkeeper

Biography: Moved to Stamford Bridge for around £95,000 after playing only 14 first team games for Newport. He soon found himself thrust into first team action because of injuries. A safe pair of hands for the four years he spent at the Bridge although he never quite established himself as first choice despite playing over 50 games. Helped the club to the Second Division title in 1989 but was allowed to leave by Bobby Campbell after falling behind Dave Beasant and Kevin Hitchcock in the fight for the first team jersey. Now works as a delivery driver for a parcel company.




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