Eighteen years ago, little semi-professional club Truro City sat in the Vanarama South having never played at a higher standard of football. But the arrival of hometown hero Perran Trevelyan marked a significant shift in fortunes as they blazed their way through the English football system and, in their fourth season in the Premier League, became Champions of England in May 2042.
Cornish Crusade | Part 11 | Celebrating A Decade Of Upsetting The Odds At Truro
Ten years ago, in 2023, the city of Truro was only really known for its traditional tin mining. Fast-forward to 2033 and the city's football team, Truro City FC, was one of the big talking points amongst national commentators and supporters. People across the UK were adopting the club as their second team as The Tinners continued to defy the odds.
