Ex-painter Bullard ready to be decorated

JIMMY BULLARD is hoping he will act as an inspiration for other non-league players after earning his first England call-up at the age of 29.

Bullard began his career with Gravesend and Northfleet as a £60-a-week player while working as a painter and decorator.

Now the Fulham midfielder has been selected by Fabio Capello for England’s vital World Cup qualifiers with Andorra and Croatia.