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Watch: Belfast dad's brilliant celebration as son scores Fleetwood worldie

There were scenes of wild celebration in one Belfast household on Saturday thanks to a moment of magic from a young Fleetwood Town player.

Northern Ireland youth international Barry Baggley bolstered his burgeoning reputation with a wonder goal against Bolton Wanderers.

The 20-year-old showed a deft touch to knock the ball past his defender, and then sent a sublime lob over Bolton keeper James Trafford.

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It was a sensational finish from the former Glentoran youngster, and was met with some joyous celebrations back in Belfast.

His father, also called Barry, shared a video of the goal on his social media, and the mad scenes that followed as he watched his son's "worldie" on TV.

Baggley scored the opening goal in Saturday's game against Bolton but it was the home side who came from behind to earn a 4-2 win.

Northern Ireland senior international Dion Charles scored twice in the game at the University of Bolton Stadium.

Despite the defeat, Fleetwood secured their survival in EFL League One on goal difference.

Baggley's dad said on Twitter: "What a moment, big lad scoring a worldie for @ftfc.

"What a way to finish the season for him and delighted Fleetwood staying up. Good to get him home this week for a break."

And it turned into a double celebration for Baggley snr, as his amateur football team Rosario earned promotion from Division 1A to the Premiership.

He added on Twitter: "What a day. Premiership see you soon.. no one can say we haven't deserved it. Covid pipped up few years ago but finally we got there.

"Delighted for club, players and People behind the scenes. Rosario we done it."

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