Ex-Colchester players claim Seniors World Cup title in Thailand
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 5:28 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
A team of former Colchester United footballers, including Karl Duguid, Jamie Cureton, and Greg Halford, won the Seniors World Cup by defeating France 4-0 in the final held in Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand, on June 6. The squad, featuring players over 40, faced teams from Australia, the US, Taiwan, and Thailand prior to the final. Cureton noted the tournament's significance and the joy of reuniting with former teammates. Duguid emphasized the unforgettable experience of playing in a World Cup-like setting. The competition included participation from eight nations, adhering to age restrictions requiring older players on the pitch at all times.
- •Karl Duguid, Jamie Cureton, and Greg Halford led the Colchester contingent.
- •The final score was 4-0 against France on June 6.
- •Teams included Australia, the US, Taiwan, and Thailand.
- •Players had to be over 40, with at least three aged 50 or older.
- •The event took place in Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand.
- 5:28 AMYahoo Sports — Ex-Colchester stars win big at Seniors World Cup
"Karl Duguid, Jamie Cureton and Greg Halford all star for the U's in the early-2000s.
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