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Andy Carroll starts poorly at Dagenham after transfer

Carroll's debut ends in a 5-1 loss against Crawley Town in a pre-season match.

July 16, 2025 at 06:00 PM

Former Liverpool record signing endures nightmare start after making shock non-league move

Andy Carroll's journey takes another unexpected turn as he starts at a non-league side.

Andy Carroll's disappointing debut with Dagenham after leaving Bordeaux

Andy Carroll, the former Liverpool record signing, faced a tough start at Dagenham & Redbridge. The 36-year-old made his debut on Tuesday in a pre-season match but could not prevent a 5-1 defeat to Crawley Town. Carroll joined Dagenham on a free transfer after leaving Bordeaux. He entered the game as a substitute when his team was already trailing 2-1. Dagenham's loss follows a string of poor performances, including a previous defeat to a seventh-tier side. Carroll previously struggled at Liverpool but hopes to reignite his career at Dagenham after a brief but fruitful period in France.

Key Takeaways

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Carroll joined Dagenham to revive his football career

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Debuted with a heavy loss, highlighting team struggles

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He aims to focus on love for the game rather than competition pressure

"It doesn't matter the level, or anything, as long as I get on the pitch and play football."

Carroll emphasizes his commitment to play for enjoyment rather than status.

"This is something which could be fantastic. We have a project to get them out of non-league and back up the leagues."

Carroll expresses optimism about his role in Dagenham's future plans.

Carroll's move to a lower league reveals his passion for the game despite setbacks. His comments about playing for the love of football reflect a desire to reconnect with the sport away from the pressures of top-flight football. However, the team’s early struggles could put this project in jeopardy. Fans will be eager to see if Carroll can turn the tide for Dagenham after his tumultuous past with injuries and inconsistent form.

Highlights

Carroll hopes to revive his love for football at Dagenham.
A difficult debut does not define Carroll's ambitions.
Playing for the love of football, Carroll seeks redemption.
Can Carroll help Dagenham rise through the leagues?

Concerns over Dagenham's performance and Carroll's future

The team's early losses in pre-season could raise worries about their competitiveness and Carroll's ability to impact the squad positively. Fans may be critical if the struggles continue, particularly given Carroll's high-profile past.

Carroll's next performances will be crucial to his goal of helping Dagenham rise through the ranks.

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