Kevin Wilkin hails fantastic AFC Telford United after goal fest keeps them in the hunt
A 7-1 victory for AFC Telford United wasn’t even half of the story on Good Friday.
Play was suspended at the SEAH Stadium for over an hour after visiting goalkeeper Warren Burwood was knocked unconscious as he and Bucks striker Ola Lawal challenged for the ball. The Lowestoft Town keeper was eventually taken from the field by paramedics, having regained consciousness but with a deep laceration to his head.
The Bucks were already leading 4-0 when the incident occurred, and manager Kevin Wilkin admitted that the lengthy delay was an event he’d never experienced in the game. As happy as Wilkin was with the outcome, Burwood was uppermost in his thoughts.
“It was a fantastic result, but first and foremost, our best wishes go to Warren. There’s no malice in the challenge; it’s an unfortunate moment and situation, and it’s right that we stop the game until he can get the correct medical treatment. I believe he’s up and talking and in good spirits now, and we wish him well and hope he recovers as promptly as possible.”
