Vito Mannone marks Crawley return with winning outing

According to Mirror Football, Vito Mannone has made a winning return to English football after being called into action for Crawley Town. The former Arsenal goalkeeper joined the League Two club as a player-coach this summer, and has already been handed a starting role by manager Colin Kazim-Richards.

Mannone, who previously featured for Arsenal, is no stranger to English football, but his return to the professional game came sooner than perhaps expected. With Crawley needing a reliable presence in goal, Kazim-Richards turned to the experienced Italian despite his dual responsibilities on the coaching staff.

The result was a positive one for Crawley, as Mannone helped the side secure victory in his first appearance back in English football. His leadership and shot-stopping ability will likely prove valuable to a young squad over the course of the season.

With the player-coach role allowing him to mentor the club's goalkeepers while still contributing on the pitch, Mannone's arrival could be a key factor in Crawley's campaign. Further highlights from the match can be found on this site.