Dan Burn's journey to professional football has been marked by challenges, including being rejected by his youth club and enduring a serious injury. At 32, he has achieved his first England cap and played an integral role in Newcastle United's victory in the Carabao Cup final. With aspirations for his international debut and the possibility of playing in a World Cup, Burn epitomizes perseverance and leadership both on and off the pitch. His story serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes who face setbacks.
"I've waited a long time for this opportunity and I didn't want to spoil it. He [Thomas Tuchel] said I've been playing well for a long time. I'm not just coming in to be a cheerleader - I want to play."
"Every little kid's dream is to play in a World Cup. To know I have got that opportunity if I take it is special."
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