‘Ryan Reynolds never had to deal with this’: the slow death and (possible) rebirth of Southend United

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The Guardian

Society & Culture

4.3 • 2.4K Ratings

🗓️ 10 June 2024

⏱️ 49 minutes

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In 20 years, this Essex club has tumbled down the leagues and seen its ground fall apart. Is a revival finally coming – or will hopes be dashed again? By Tim Burrows. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod

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1:32.0	Ryan Reynolds never had to deal with this, the slow death and possible
1:36.0	rebirth of South End United by Tim Burrows.
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