"So many modern-day footballers have had to drop down into the non-league pyramid to rebuild themselves over the years. Of course, ex-Leicester City man Jamie Vardy stands out as the ultimate rags-to-riches story, but when clips emerged of Manchester City star Antoine Semenyo playing for Bath City in 2018, people again started praising those who have followed a similar pathway. In our latest two-minute scout report, we are looking at Boreham Wood winger Abdul Abdulmalik, who is enjoying a superb campaign at Meadow Park, and could still become an EFL player by the end of the season."
"Abdulmalik largely operates on the left, drifting inside to pick up space and receiving the ball to help him excel in what he does best, during one-on-one situations against National League full-backs. The 22-year-old is as quick as they come, and is helped by his low centre of gravity, standing at only 5ft 7in. His footwork is remarkable, and the Boreham Wood man is often hard to stop when he gets going. His terrific solo goal against Aldershot from earlier this season is well worth a watch if you get the chance."
"Ball-carrying: Abdulmalik is one of the best in the National League for driving the Wood Army forward and has become pivotal to what Luke Garrard's side is trying to build in the fifth tier. Often seen dropping into tight pockets of space, the 22-year-old often finds bags of room to motor into with a sharp turn of pace. Speed: Helped by his small frame, Abdulmalik is rapid"
Abdul Abdulmalik is a 22-year-old English winger who plays for Boreham Wood. He is 1.76m tall and predominantly operates on the left while preferring his right foot. He left Millwall in 2024 and joined Boreham Wood. He drifts inside to exploit space and excels in one-on-one situations against National League full-backs. He combines exceptional footwork with rapid acceleration and a low centre of gravity. He is renowned for ball-carrying ability and pivotal influence in Boreham Wood's attacking play. He scored a notable solo goal against Aldershot this season. He remains a realistic candidate for EFL recruitment.
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