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05-06-2025
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Tyreece Simpson set for World Cup qualifiers after first international call-up
Selected - Tyreece Simpson has been called up to the St Kitts and Nevis squad for the first time for their forthcoming World Cup qualifiers (Image: STEVE BRADING) TYREECE Simpson has received his first international call-up. The 23-year-old striker, who spent the second half of the season on loan at Colchester United from Stevenage, has travelled to the Caribbean after being named in the St Kitts and Nevis squad for their upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Trinidad and Tobago and Grenada. Advertisement Simpson will be hoping to feature for the Sugar Boyz when they face Dwight Yorke's Trinidad and Tobago at Hasely Crawford Stadium in Mucurapo, on Saturday. READ MORE: Ex-U's man Tom Lapslie joins Essex non-league outfit The striker will also be aiming to get game time when St Kitts and Nevis host Grenada at Warner Park Stadium, next Tuesday. Simpson joined Colchester on loan from Stevenage, in January. In total, the former Ipswich Town youngster made 20 league appearances for the U's, six of which were starts. (Image: STEVE BRADING) Simpson scored two goals for Colchester, both in games against Notts County. Advertisement READ MORE: Ten key signings already made in League Two this summer Writing on social media following the completion of his loan spell, Simpson said: 'To the fans of Colchester United thank you for having me, I've loved every minute of it! 'It has been a pleasure to be a part this dressing room and I would like to thank my teammates and all members of staff who have helped me during my short period here. TS'.
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25-03-2025
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Pictures: People arrive in huge numbers in support of national charity march
DOZENS of people turned out to support the Colchester leg of a national initiative to raise awareness of Motor Neurone Disease (MND). The Colchester leg saw many go from the U's JobServe Community Stadium as they made the 16-mile trip to Portman Road. Raising funds for the Darby Rimmer MND Foundation, various ex-pros came out to show their support for the cause. Ready - all those participating ready to reach Portman Road (Image: STEVE BRADING) Support - Marcus Stewart (central) (Image: STEVE BRADING) The Colchester leg showed great support for former Ipswich player, Marcus Stewart who is suffering from MND, with him present at the march. Marcus Stewart stood outside the U's stadium (Image: STEVE BRADING) Smiles - former U's player Pete Cawley ready to take on the challenge (Image: STEVE BRADING) One of those who took part in the march was former U's defender, Pete Cawley. Determined - former U's and Ipswich player Freddie Sears (Image: STEVE BRADING) En route - supporters of the cause set off for the finish line (Image: STEVE BRADING) He said: 'The focal point was yes, it's a wonderful cause but it was also remembering our friend Adrian Webster. More - further participants arriving at Colchester's ground (Image: STEVE BRADING) Together - more people get ready to take on the mission (Image: STEVE BRADING) 'His wife Jo was there when we marched in and all had our own personal reasons for doing. Arriving - former pros Freddie Sears (left middle) and Matt Holland (right) (Image: STEVE BRADING) 'I only got the chance to speak with Marcus on the way to the stadium, I haven't seen him for a number of years and it was lovely to see him. 'He's a smashing lad and he was a great footballer, so to be able to support him and the cause was great. 'All the various other big hitters have their reasons for taking part and we all know someone or been in contact with someone suffering. 'Hopefully one day they will find some way of curing it cause it is a terrible illness and one of the worst I've seen. 'I was glad to be a part of it and I'll continue to support the cause.' To find out more about the Darby Rimmer MND Foundation, visit
