Watch: Neil Aspin on the draw against Barnet
Manager Neil Aspin has reflected on Port Vale’s 1-1 draw with Barnet on Tuesday evening.
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“Aspo” is a Port Vale FC playing legend after being signed from Leeds United by manager John Rudge in 1989. The long-serving defender played over 300 games and was named as player of the year on two separate occasions. He was also captain on numerous occasions. He was part of the side’s Autoglass Trophy final winning side in addition to several cup giantkillings under Rudge.
After beginning his managerial career in non-league with spells at Harrogate, Halifax and Gateshead, he returned to the club as first-team manager in 2017.
Manager Neil Aspin has reflected on Port Vale’s 1-1 draw with Barnet on Tuesday evening.
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