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==== Philip Ian Watson (born 6th September 1980) is a former professional footballer who played for Everton, Stockport County FC, Brentford FC, St Johnstone and Boreham Wood. Watson was a highly regarded young player with several clubs fighting for his signature as a youth player. Starting his Career by coming through the youth ranks at Everton he did not make an appearance for the 1st team and moved initially on loan to Stockport County in the 1999-2000 season before completing a permanent move signed by former Everton midfielder Gary Megson. Accomplished on the ball and aggressive in the tackle he quickly became a fan favourite after several committed displays. In 2002 after the expiry of his contract Watson made the move to Brentford FC after catching the eye of manager Steve Coppell. A loan spell at St Johnstone in Jan 2004 followed due to the financial situation the club found itself in - although rumours persist of a fall out with the club Chairman Ron Noades. Upon his return Watson suffered what would be a career ending injury to his ankle in the 2004/5 season leading to him being out of action for 14 months before deciding to retire. In 2006 Watson signed a 1 year deal at National League side Boreham Wood making 11 appearances scoring 4 goals. ====

==== In his post football career Watson has held several coaching roles at academies in his native North West of England and also Scouting recruitment positions ranging from Academy recruitment through to 1st team recruitment for clubs such as Blackpool FC, Burnley FC, Manchester City, Bury FC, Everton and Norwich ====  Philip Ian Watson 

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