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Curtis Edwards Humbled by Notts County Fans’ Reception in Return from Injury


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Curtis Edwards made his long-awaited return to action as Notts County secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Carlisle United.

The 31-year-old midfielder, who had been sidelined since September with an ankle injury, came off the bench to help his side see out the win.  

Speaking after the game, Edwards expressed his delight at being back on the pitch and contributing to a crucial victory.  

"Yeah, obviously, like you say, best game of a bit longer period in a long time," Edwards said. "So 1-0 up, it's nice to come in and show some energy and try and help the lads see out the win, which we did, so it's very pleasing."  

His return comes after a difficult spell on the sidelines, with Edwards missing over four months of action. During his recovery, he spent time alongside fellow injured teammates Jodi Jones and Conor Grant, both of whom also recently returned to the squad.  

"Yeah obviously three to four months, I think I was a bit longer than them two," Edwards explained. "They've been back three, four weeks now, so I'm just getting up to speed. It'll take a few more games to get more minutes, but I'm feeling good."  

The match itself was a tense affair, with Notts County taking an early lead before Carlisle applied increasing pressure in the second half. Edwards admitted it was a challenge to step in and match the intensity of the game.  

"Yeah, it's tough. Always coming into a match takes a lot to get up to the speed, so that's why you just have to try and come in and work as hard as you can, which we all try and do," he said. "Especially that tempo game, Carlisle made it difficult second half, but it was good that we got the win."  

Despite spending a relatively short time at Meadow Lane since joining Notts County, Edwards has already become a favourite among the fans. Their support was evident when he was introduced from the bench, something the midfielder was keen to acknowledge.  

"Yeah, first of all I just want to thank the fans," he said. "Like you say, I've been here a short period, but the support they've given has been amazing. I think you heard it tonight, so that's pleasing."  

The final minutes of the match saw Notts County under heavy pressure, with Carlisle dominating possession. The Magpies had opportunities to extend their lead on the counter but ultimately had to rely on their defensive resilience to secure all three points.  

"Yeah, it would have been nice to get the second," Edwards admitted. "Obviously a few chances in the first half as well. Hopefully in the next games we can come in with a better lead, but like you say, see if we can make something of the counters in the next games."  

With 19 league matches remaining, Notts County now sit third in the League Two table. However, Edwards insists the squad is not getting ahead of themselves.  

"Yeah, a lot of football," he said. "I think we just need to stop looking at the table, it's so tight. We just need to focus on the next game and keep performing the way we have, keep trying to pick up as many points as we can, and then see where we end up."  

As Edwards continues to build match fitness, his return comes at a vital time for Notts County’s promotion push. With his experience and versatility in midfield, he could play a key role in the club’s ambitions for the remainder of the season.

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KingMaynard

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Brilliant to see Curtis back! You could tell he was buzzing to be on the pitch again. He’ll be an important part of the team at the back end of the season.

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The Heff

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Seeing Curtis Edwards come back after such a long spell out and slot straight back into the team like that was brilliant. He brought so much composure and energy when we needed it most. You could tell how much it meant to him, and the way the fans responded was class.

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liampie

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its great to have curtis edwards back, his injury came when he was really growing in his role in the team but its good to have that energy back. the fact we can slot him in where we need, and he just picks his performance up from that opportunity shows the quality he brings.

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Robbie

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It must have been incredibly frustrating for Curtis when he got injured. He was establishing his position in the first eleven with his high energy performances.

It is great to have him back and competing for a place once again. Notts have clearly missed him in their midfield, although those players that came in while he was absent have aquited themselves so well.

Curtis will have a big part to play as he gets back to speed after several months out of the side. Over the last few games, it has been great to see the strength of the players waiting to come on from the bench, & a strong squad is essential to continue to make a challenge at the top of league 2.

Curtis seems to be really motivated to play his part & his work rate, positive attitude & his example to colleagues on the pitch will be absolutely massive. 

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Sir Magpie

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Curtis Edwards’ return couldn’t have come at a better time. We’ve been crying out for more depth in midfield, and he showed exactly why he’ll be so important in the coming weeks. Even though he was only on for a short time, he helped settle things down, and his experience will be massive as we push for promotion. The fact that he’s missed four months yet still looked sharp says a lot about his work behind the scenes.  

Hearing the fans cheer when he came on was class. You could see how much it meant to him in his interview. He’s not been here long, but he’s already made a big impact. If he can get back to full match sharpness quickly, he’ll be like a new signing for us in midfield.

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NottsCountyKev

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Having Curtis Edwards back is massive for us. He adds something different in midfield, and you could see that straight away when he came on. It wasn’t the easiest game to step into, but he got stuck in, worked hard, and helped us see out an important win. The fact he’s been out for so long and still looked that sharp says a lot about how well he’s been working behind the scenes. If he can get back to full match fitness quickly, we’ve got a real team player here. Great to see him back!

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TheSkipper

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Curtis Edwards is a goat. He's proven he's not just a squad number and can be a major part of the team. His return is a boost, as we needed cover in midfield. With Jodi Jones coming back a few weeks before, it's a good thing, especially with Matty Palmer having been out. We have the depth to cover, and Edwards is a big part in filling those gaps.

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allardyces tash

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It's brilliant to have him back fighting for a place in the starting 11. Curtis Edwards is a good player and can be the one who unlocks the creativity. Sometimes, we rely on players like Dan Crowley, whose ability is above this level, whereas Edwards is quality but more like a jack of all trades.

He's just a relentless worker with such a high work rate. Having a player like Edwards, who can contribute in various aspects of the game, is invaluable. His return adds depth to our squad and provides more options for the manager. As we face tough fixtures ahead, his presence and versatility will be a significant asset to the team.

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NiftyNick

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The fans love him, and you can see why. Proper player, works hard, and gives everything. Great to have him back!

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True Magpie

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It's good to have Curtis Edwards back. He works well and doesn't have a problem injecting his energy into the game. He's a skilled player, who we are much better for having in the squad selection. When he performs at his best, he would easily be a name on the team sheet to start. That is how important he can be.

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