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AKINS GLEE AT OLD TRAFFORD RETURN

By Rich Dore

Life’s pitch perfect for manager Flynn

Blackpool boss Bowyer’s learning curve
UNLIKE many of his teammates, Lucas Akins knows exactly what it’s like to stroll out at Old Trafford.
But, whereas before he was an 11-year-old with his scout group, on Wednesday night it will be for real as Burton face Manchester United in the Carabao Cup.
Akins, Albion’s converted wing-back, travelled from Huddersfield on a scouts’ trip for a club tour of the Theatre of Dreams. Little did he know, 17 years later he would be back.
Even though United will likely fie...

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