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<\/p>\nWrexham AFC striker Paul Mullin revealed that he ignored advice given to him by the club’s doctor as missing six months of soccer would be the “end of the world.” The forward sustained a punctured lung during a pre-season game against Manchester United but is now back to full fitness having impressed in his most recent outing last weekend.<\/p>\n
Mullin sustained the injury during Wrexham’s pre-season tour of the United States in July against a young Manchester United team. Playing at the Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, Mullin collided with United goalkeeper Nathan Bishop which resulted in a punctured lung.<\/p>\n
The forward was sent to a nearby hospital and missed the first six games of the club’s first season back in League Two. Mullin has since recovered and has worked his way back to play his first 90 minutes of action against Crewe Alexandra.<\/p>\n
The 28-year-old scored twice in the thrilling 3-3 draw at the Racecourse Ground and has opened up on his return to action following the injury. \u201cI came back a lot quicker than expected. I was told by one specialist that it could have been six months [out],” he said.<\/p>\n
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“That would have been the end of the world for me. But it does still feel like a long-term injury, as I haven\u2019t played a proper full game since April against Yeovil at home. This (against Crewe) was my first 90 minutes for a really long time.<\/p>\n
“It has been the first injury to keep me out longer than a week. It has been pleasing to score but I know I\u2019ve still got to work as hard as I can to make me feel as good as last year.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mullin’s return saw him sport extra padding under his jersey which he has since ditched against the advice of the medical team. \u201cI was meant to wear it for a few weeks. But I\u2019d rather take the pain and play in discomfort,” he added.<\/p>\n
“That would have been the end of the world for me. But it does still feel like a long-term injury, as I haven\u2019t played a proper full game since April against Yeovil at home. This (against Crewe) was my first 90 minutes for a really long time.<\/p>\n
“It has been the first injury to keep me out longer than a week. It has been pleasing to score but I know I\u2019ve still got to work as hard as I can to make me feel as good as last year.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mullin’s return saw him sport extra padding under his jersey which he has since ditched against the advive of the medical team. \u201cI was meant to wear it for a few weeks. But I\u2019d rather take the pain and play in discomfort,” he added.<\/p>\n
Don’t miss… <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n “To be fair, my ribs are 100 per cent now, apart from when I lay in bed. I\u2019ve had to become accustomed to sleeping on my right side.\u201d<\/p>\n Mullin clearly didn’t need the extra protective equipment against Crewe Alexandra after scoring an acrobatic overhead kick for his first goal. The strike was followed up with a powerful shot across the goal early into the second half.<\/p>\n The striker is carrying on his emphatic form from last season which saw Wrexham, which is co-owned by Hollywood duo Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, win their first league title in 45 years to gain promotion from the National League. Mullin scored an impresssive 46 goals in 51 games across all competitions.<\/p>\n Wrexham is back in action when they play Mansfield Town at the One Call Stadium tomorrow evening. The club currently sit ninth in the league table having accumulated four wins, four draws and two defeats.<\/p>\n
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