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Matt Tubbs Squad number: 10
Birthdate: July 15, 1984
Birthplace: Salisbury
Signed for City: October 2003
Appearances: 172 (plus 17 as sub) Goals: 99 (as of February 9, 2008)LOCAL-born player who signed for the Whites in October 2003 from Dorchester Town.A firm favourite with supporters - and is already 11th in the list of City’s all-time top scorers. Began his career at AFC Bournemouth and was also at Bolton Wanderers.Netted 29 goals in 37 league and cup matches during the 2005/06 season despite missing a large chunk of it through injury. Bagged 30 goals last term and scored the winner in the play-off final against Braintree Town. Was also on target in front of the Match Of The Day cameras when City held Nottingham Forest 1-1 in the FA Cup. Called up to the England National Game XI after helping City win promotion to the Blue Square Premier and promptly scored on his debut against Ireland. Subsequently scored against Finland in NOvember and named in the squad to take on Wales on February 20 at Exeter City's ground.Became the first Whites player to turn pro this summer, signing a three-year deal. Recently netted his 100th goal for the club, joining just seven others who have scored a century for the Whites.
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