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Charlie Davies is hoping to be offered a second chance to prove himself at Sochaux.

Last Updated: 08/02/12 at 12:35 Post Comment

Charlie Davies: Says he 'deserves' second chance

Charlie Davies: Says he 'deserves' second chance

Charlie Davies is hoping to be offered a second chance to prove himself at Sochaux, with the American fully recovered from a horrific car crash.

The 25-year-old saw his career put on hold in October 2009 after he was involved in an accident which claimed the life of a fellow passenger.

His injuries prevented him from making the kind of impact he had been hoping to have at Sochaux, with the USA international having only completed a move to France in July 2009.

It has been a long road back for Davies, with a loan spell at MLS side DC United in 2011 intended to aid his recovery.

The highly-rated forward admits he was offered the opportunity to head back to his homeland this year, but he is determined to prove his worth in a top European league.

"This year I had the option to be loaned to the MLS again, or to leave," Davies told France Football.

"But I know I can be a success at Sochaux. I am lucky to play with guys like Marvin Martin and Ryad Boudebouz, who are amazing passers. I have to play, score, just one goal, and then I will bounce back.

"I wanted to stay at Sochaux and set myself a new challenge. I want to prove that I can be the same Charlie as three years ago.

"At the moment it is frustrating to be playing with the reserves, especially as Sochaux are struggling for goals in Ligue 1.

"I have worked so hard to get back to this level and I believe the coach will think about me soon.

"I want to prove to him that I can score if I am given a chance, at least one.

"I know I have to keep on proving myself, but I am a competitor. After the accident, I have come through hell. I deserve a second chance."

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