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Mellon delighted for Shrewsbury after Cup victory at Leicester

Shrewsbury Town manager Micky Mellon was thrilled for the club after their shock Capital One Cup win at Leicester City.

Andy Mangan, a free-transfer signing from Forest Green Rovers during the summer, scored the only goal of the night at the King Power Stadium to send the League Two Shrews into the third round.

Mellon said: "We're absolutely delighted.

"We came here determined we were going to give a good account of ourselves, to get the ball down and pass it because we believe we've good young footballers.

"For them to go out and perform like they did was a really special night for us.

"I said to the players before the game 'these are big moments in your career'. They don't come along too often.

"The players are young but fearless. We came here with an attacking formation, and we were determined we weren't going to be backs to the wall and nick a result.

"Instead, from minute one, we played with no fear. A lot of the lads stood up, were counted and gave a really top performance.

"On the night it's a wonderful result, and one we will remember for a very long time because this club needs moments like this - it hasn't had many recently."

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