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Burton's Brother Represents Wales

1 June 2016

Club News

Burton's Brother Represents Wales

1 June 2016

Goalkeeper Involved For Two Wales Internationals


Luke, who is also a goalkeeper, is heading into the Academy under-15s side next season and was involved in Wales U15s' international games against Belgium and Switzerland.

Luke Burton, the brother of Shrewsbury Town goalkeeper Callum Burton, recently represented Wales for his international debut. Despite the strong opposition Wales faced, Luke, who

Luke qualifies for Wales as his dad Mark is Welsh by birth.
"Luke representing Wales is great recognition for himself and the Academy here at Shrewsbury Town. 

"Luke always applies himself in a professional manner both in training and fixtures and given his temperament we are not surprised that he has been identified by the Football Association of Wales as a player with excellent potential. 

"Luke has been with the Academy for a number of years and is one of many young players that we have high hopes for.  Well done Luke."
Shrewsbury Town's Academy manager, Andy Jones, said:

, conceded just one goal in the two games. goes to Burton Borough School in Newport

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