The League Paper

ACE OLLIE NETS LATE EFL CHANCE

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The LeaguePaper Team
23 August 2026

By Dave Flett

YORK City striker Ollie Pearce is determined to make up for lost time – after making his EFL debut at the ripe old age of 31!
The prolific Non-League marksman only started playing full-time football two years ago when he signed for the Minstermen from then National League South outfit Worthing.
But the former primary school PE teacher, who captained the newly-promoted team during last weekend’s thrilling 3-2 League Two opener against Bristol Rovers, reckons his semi-pro background could extend the longevity of a second career still in its infancy.
He tol...

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