Jermain Defoe Ready to ‘Earn His Stripes’ at Woking, Eyes Promotion and Trailblazing Managerial Path

Jermain Defoe, the former England striker, has taken on his first permanent managerial role at National League side Woking, expressing his ambition to lead them to promotion. The 43-year-old also aims to be a trailblazer for black managers, hoping to inspire more opportunities in English football.

Despite Woking’s current position in the league, Defoe is confident in the squad’s potential and believes in earning his managerial stripes, drawing on his extensive playing career and advice from seasoned coaches.