Killian Cantwell: 'The hard work starts now and it’s great to be able to say I’m a Blue again'

Athlone Town manager, Paul Doolin, gives instructions to Athlone Town's, Killian Cantwell, during the Athlone Town v Cobh Ramblers, SSE Airtricity 1st Division match at Athlone Town Stadium, Athlone on Friday, 29 October 2021.

Athlone Town manager, Paul Doolin, gives instructions to Athlone Town's, Killian Cantwell, during the Athlone Town v Cobh Ramblers, SSE Airtricity 1st Division match at Athlone Town Stadium, Athlone on Friday, 29 October 2021. Credit: Gerry Shanahan (ETPhotos)

Waterford have announced the signing of Killian Cantwell ahead of the 2021 League of Ireland First Division season.

The defender returns to the Blues after nine years having played for the club’s under 19s in 2013.

“I am delighted to be joining Ian and the team and it’s a great feeling to be a part of this group going forward. The hard work starts now and it’s great to be able to say I’m a Blue again,” Cantwell said, speaking to the club’s media team.

“I played for the U19’s which I really enjoyed and now that I am returning to the club I can’t wait to play in front of the Waterford fans and hopefully do them proud. The RSC always has a great atmosphere and I’m sure 2022 will be no different.

“The club has a great fan base with passion for the game. The calibre of players that are at the club along with the facilities means it has everything you would want from a full time set up.

“Ian has won the First Division and knows exactly what it takes to come out on top, with that experience it was a no brainer for me to take this opportunity.

“Looking at the squad that is already announced we look really strong with a good mix of experience and youth. Personally I want to play as many games as possible and help push the club in the right direction which of course is promotion.”

Cantwell began his career at UCD in 2012 before joining Waterford for the first time in 2013. He then moved on to have spells with Wexford, Galway United, Finn Harps, Limerick and Bray Wanderers.

Last season Cantwell played for Athlone Town, helping the club to a seventh place finish in the First Division.

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