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Ched Evans makes video appeal for 'second chance' after rape conviction

Ched Evans has issued a video statement asking for a "second chance" to resume his professional football career after serving a prison sentence for rape.

The former Sheffield United striker, sitting alongside his girlfriend Natasha Massey, said was his "hope" to return to the game, adding: "If that is possible then I will do so with humility."

Evans said he would "continue the fight to clear my name" after his release from prison last week.

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Ched Evans makes video appeal for 'second chance'

Ched Evans has issued a video statement asking for a "second chance" to resume his professional football career after serving a prison sentence for rape.

The former Sheffield United striker, sitting alongside his girlfriend Natasha Massey, said it was his "hope" to return to the game, adding: "If that is possible then I will do so with humility having learned a very painful lesson."

Evans said he remained "determined to continue the fight to clear my name" in the video released on his personal website.

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