Phil Marsh

Early career

Born in St Helens, Merseyside, Marsh started his football career at Manchester United. In October 2006, Marsh made his Manchester United debut when he played in Manchester United's 2–1 away win against Crewe Alexandra in the League Cup. He started up front with Alan Smith in the match and was given the squad number 41. He was substituted for Michael Barnes at half-time. Marsh was released from the club in June 2007. In July, he joined Scottish Premier League club Inverness Caledonian Thistle on trial. On 5 September 2007, Marsh signed for English Championship side Blackpool after a successful six-week trial. On 7 May 2008, he was released by Blackpool without making a first-team appearance. On 7 July, Marsh had a trial at Bury, scoring in each of the teams pre-season friendlies at Stockport County, Radcliffe Borough and at home to Huddersfield. Marsh was signed on non-contract terms by Conference National side Northwich Victoria in September 2008, making his first appearance in the 90th minute against Torquay United on 7 September 2008. He left Northwich in September 2008, and was signed by Hyde United.

On 22 December 2008, he made his first appearance for Leigh Genesis, scoring one goal in their 3–2 away loss in the Lancashire FA Challenge Trophy second round against Radcliffe Borough. He also made 17 league appearances, scoring five goals, and one appearance in the Northern Challenge Cup, scoring one goal, before joining FC United of Manchester on 19…