Turner prize caps Sliema season
Friday, June 27, 2003
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Sliema Wanderers FC captain Noel Turner has been voted Malta's Footballer of the Year for 2002/03.
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Title victory
The 28-year-old Maltese international led Sliema to their first Premier League title in seven years - and his exemplary contribution landed him the coveted individual award for the second time in his career.
'A great season'
"I am very pleased because this award caps a great season for everyone at Sliema," midfield player Turner said. "The priority was to help Sliema win the Premier League and that triumph helped me attain this personal accolade. My form throughout the season was good, so thanks to all my team-mates who made this possible."