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FA Cup scorer Birch signs new Exeter deal
TL;DR
Exeter City midfielder George Birch has signed a new one-year contract with the option for an additional year. The 19-year-old, who scored his first senior goal in an FA Cup match against Manchester City, is currently on loan at Chippenham Town for more game time.
Exeter City midfielder George Birch has signed a new one-year deal with the club, with City having the option of an additional year.
The 19-year-old scored his first senior goal in the Grecians' 10-1 hammering by Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, in their FA Cup third-round tie in January, firing home superbly from outside the box past City goalkeeper James Trafford after coming on as a substitute.
Birch has since been sent out on loan to National League South strugglers Chippenham Town until the end of the season in order to gain more game time, but has now committed his longer-term future to St James Park.
"I'm really happy, it's a really proud moment to sign another deal at a place where I want to be," Birch told Exeter's club website.
Q&A
What was George Birch's first senior goal in football?
George Birch scored his first senior goal during an FA Cup match against Manchester City, hitting a remarkable shot from outside the box.
Why has George Birch been loaned to Chippenham Town?
George Birch has been loaned to Chippenham Town to gain more game time as part of his development.
