Ebbsfleet United’s Darren McQueen confident he can impress at National League level after two goals in 3-1 win over Boreham Wood

Ebbsfleet’s Darren McQueen is ready to prove he’s still good enough to shine in the National League.

McQueen, who has previously been used mainly as a wing-back by Fleet boss Dennis Kutrieb, relished a more familiar attacking role as he bagged a brace in last weekend’s win over Boreham Wood.

The 28-year-old is no stranger to non-league’s top flight having previously played two seasons in the National League at Ebbsfleet although he was most recently used predominantly as a substitute during his time at Dagenham.

“I’ve been at other teams at this level and haven’t really been a consistent starter,” reflected McQueen.

“I’ve had a lot of opportunities this season and I just want to prove to the manager and myself that I should be playing and that I can do good things at this level.

“We’ve got a big squad, and there’s going to be a lot of rotation when you play. As the squad is big, there are a few players who can play in my position so I need to make sure that when I play, I deliver.

“I’m hoping off the back of this performance that I can really kick on and do good things for this league.

“Where I played on Saturday is my favourite position. But even last season when I was coming on as a wing-back, I was still scoring, so it’s not an excuse or anything.

“I will play wherever I need to play, wherever the gaffer thinks is best for me to help the team. On Saturday he felt it was right of a narrow three and it paid off.”

Apart from collecting the ball in more attacking areas of the pitch, another benefit for McQueen is that he’ll use less energy on the defensive side of his game.

“As a wing-back you’re responsible for the whole line,” he added. “When Luke O’Neill is behind me at right-back, I still track back and help but I