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More football players speak out as ex-pros reveal sex abuse as youths

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Earlier this month, former professional footballer Andy Woodward broke his silence on the sexual abuse he endured as a youth team player.

The 43-year-old revealed Barry Burnell, a convicted pedophile coach, had raped him during his time at Crewe Alexandra. Since speaking out on the BBC, more players have come forward.

Mike Fox has more.

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